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1st Shift Bagging Operator *INTERNAL ONLY*

Nom Nom
On-site
Nashville, TN

Nom Nom delivers delight to your dog’s day. We’re driven by a deep love for dogs and a commitment to their well-being, and are guided by a simple yet powerful philosophy: to provide pups with meals that mirror the devotion, attention, and care that they give us.

Our variety of real good, feel good meals burst with vibrant ingredients and tasty textures. They’re prepared, portioned, and packaged in our very own kitchens, and personalized all the way down to the calorie to meet the unique needs of every dog we serve. Board-certified veterinary nutritionists and world-class scientists have made sure of that, by ensuring maximum nutrition from all of our recipes while advancing dog health at large.

Join us on our journey to push boundaries and innovate relentlessly, in order to create the most exciting dog food ever. You’ll be part of a world where passion meets nutrition, and every tail wag is a testament to our dedication to dogs—and the people that love them.

The  1st Shift Bagging Operator plays an essential role in supporting the Senior Operator and ensuring smooth day-to-day production activities. This position is responsible for operating and maintaining key equipment, performing quality checks, and ensuring compliance with safety and food manufacturing standards. Operators are expected to maintain accuracy in documentation, support equipment changeovers, and uphold a safe and organized work environment. Operators are expected to follow established procedures while escalating complex issues to the Senior Operator or Team Lead.



RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

  • Comply with all safety policies and food safety standards (GMP, HACCP, and site-specific requirements).
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace in alignment with 5S principles.
  • Operate equipment, assist in setup and breakdown of equipment, adjustments, and changeovers on bagging, weighing, and depositing systems.
  • Support the flow of materials and film management to maintain continuous production.

  • Monitor, record, and interpret production sheets (e.g., NASH and loose meal sheets) to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
  • Operate and perform routine adjustments on production equipment (e.g., checkweighers, MultiVac & VC999 systems, Marlen).
  • Assist with equipment breakdowns and assemblies as part of regular production changeovers.
  • Ensure timely and accurate execution of SKU changes and pocket depth adjustments.
  • Conduct and record quality checks in line with standards.
  • Identify and escalate equipment or product nonconformances to the Senior Operator.



QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Education & Professional Qualifications

 

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Basic computer/iPad literacy for reporting and documentation.

Knowledge / Experience

  • 1+ years of manufacturing or production experience (food industry preferred).
  • Strong knowledge of GMPs, food safety, and regulatory standards.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
  • Mechanical aptitude to assist with equipment changeovers and adjustments.

 

COMPETENCIES:

 

  • Communicates Effectively
  • Drives Results 
  • Instills Trust
  • Manages Ambiguity



BENEFITS:

 

  • Competitive pay
  • Associate Discount
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription and much more
  • Health Savings Account and FSA
  • 401K with a match to 4%
  • We pay 100% of Short Term and Long-Term disability
  • Life Insurance 
  • Paid holidays and vacation 
  • Formal training and opportunities for career progression

Nom Nom embraces inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunity. We're committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Nom Nom is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.