Packaging Operator I

Job Overview:   

Packaging Operator I operates a range of manual packaging equipment to package material for shipment. 

Responsibilities: 

• Operates one or more of the following types of equipment: filler, OMW, sewing machine or glue closure, or stacker.  

• Set-up equipment, perform daily inspections, and make minor adjustments to the equipment as necessary.  

• Ensures the process safely drives quality and production to standards/targets.  

• Samples packaged product to verify it meets standards. 

• Identifies non-conformance events, documents events and takes appropriate actions.  

• Periodically weighs product packages to ensure weight specifications are met.  

• Inspects supplies such as bags, bulk bags, and pallets to ensure useable quality and quantity levels are present and to inventory levels.    

• Interacts with the computer systems for compliance, reporting, and machine set-up.  

• Observes all safety rules, regulations, and precautions.  

• Keeps areas clean and free of clutter.  

• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:  

Education:  

• HS Diploma or equivalent.  

• Must meet the assessment requirements for this position. 

Skills & Abilities: 

• Must be able to use technology to evaluate/communicate the status of the process/product and must pass computer literacy assessment. 

• Must be able to understand and act upon all safety and environmental requirements and other related communications. 

• Must be able to visually differentiate between products and be able to hear audible alarms, instructions, and commands.  

• Must be able to read and understand Bill of Lading. 

• Must be able to efficiently interact with and use computer systems. 

• Must be able to comprehend and follow quality management system. 

• Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift 

• Must be able to lift 60 pounds frequently—duration of shift if necessary. Must be able to lift 100 pounds with assistance.  

• Bending, reaching, twisting, stooping, walking, and climbing stairways and ladders frequently 

• Must be able to climb ladders up to 110 feet.  

• Must be able to talk and hear radio communications as well as phone.  

Pay Rate: $20.07