What are the responsibilities and job description for the Packaging Operator position at Didion?
Join Our Team as a Packaging Operator!
Location: Markesan, WI
Hours: Monday–Thursday, 5:00 AM–3:00 PM
Starting Pay: $22-$25/hour
At Didion, we’re more than a manufacturing company—we’re a team driven by innovation, collaboration, and a shared commitment to feeding the world and fueling progress. If you’re looking for a role where you can grow your skills, make an impact, and be part of a supportive culture, this is the opportunity for you!
Why You’ll Love Working Here
As a Packaging Operator, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our products are packed and shipped with precision and care. Your day-to-day will include:
Didion Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We urge all qualified applicants to apply for this position. Selection will be based on qualifications as they relate to position requirements without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Didion uses the eVerify system to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
Location: Markesan, WI
Hours: Monday–Thursday, 5:00 AM–3:00 PM
Starting Pay: $22-$25/hour
At Didion, we’re more than a manufacturing company—we’re a team driven by innovation, collaboration, and a shared commitment to feeding the world and fueling progress. If you’re looking for a role where you can grow your skills, make an impact, and be part of a supportive culture, this is the opportunity for you!
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive Pay & Shift Premiums
- Outstanding Benefits starting Day 1:
- All Employee Performance Bonus Plan
- 401K / Roth 401K with 5% company match (no vesting period!)
- Health, Dental, Vision coverage
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous PTO issued on Day 1
- Holiday Pay plus 2X hourly rate for holiday hours
- Tuition Assistance & Paid Volunteerism
- Wellness Incentives and HSA contributions ($1,000–$2,000)
- A culture that values teamwork, safety, and continuous learning
As a Packaging Operator, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our products are packed and shipped with precision and care. Your day-to-day will include:
- Monitoring packing equipment and systems to keep production running smoothly
- Troubleshooting and maintaining pack line machinery
- Supporting warehouse operations, including forklift use and loading/unloading shipments
- Performing quality checks and preparing samples for testing
- Completing paperwork and data entry for shipped loads
- Deep cleaning lines between production runs
- Growing your skills through training and development opportunities
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience (technical training is a plus)
- Basic computer skills and ability to operate a forklift (or willingness to learn)
- Previous manufacturing experience preferred, especially in food-safe environments
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
- Physical ability to lift 55 lbs, climb ladders, and work in varying conditions (hot, cold, dusty)
- Commitment to safety and teamwork
- Competitive Pay & Shift Premiums
- Outstanding Benefits starting Day 1:
- All Employee Performance Bonus Plan
- 401K / Roth 401K with 5% company match (no vesting period!)
- Health, Dental, Vision coverage
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous PTO issued on Day 1
- Holiday Pay plus 2X hourly rate for holiday hours
- Tuition Assistance & Paid Volunteerism
- Wellness Incentives and HSA contributions ($1,000–$2,000)
- A culture that values teamwork, safety, and continuous learning
Didion Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We urge all qualified applicants to apply for this position. Selection will be based on qualifications as they relate to position requirements without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Didion uses the eVerify system to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
Salary : $22 - $25