Packaging Operator - Night Shift

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, SKILLS:

     Read and follow batch ticket instructions.

     Stand and walk continuously on a cement floor.

     Maintain a clean operating area.

     Bend and lift using proper techniques, up to 50 lb.

occasionally to a lifting height of 44".

     Bend, using proper lifting techniques to a height of 8" occasionally.

     Climb and balance on 6 to 10 ft ladders occasionally.

     Twist at waist and reach at or below shoulder height frequently.

     Input and retrieve information using a computer.

     Input data in documents relating to SPC, batch tickets and finished product evaluations.

     Operate, adjust, and change over automatic VFFS, Cartoning and Case packing Equipment

 RESPONSIBILITIES AND ATTRIBUTES:

     Work in a safe manner.

     Proactive in quality and follow GMPs and housekeeping guidelines.

     Mechanically inclined.

     Flexible to work overtime and other shifts as business needs require.

     Committed to internal and external customer expectations.

     Confront and solve problems.

     Communicate well and provide meaningful feedback.

     Manage time effectively and efficiently while working unsupervised.

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Accurate reading, math, and organizational skills.

EXPERIENCE:

Food processing and packaging machinery experience preferred. 
Manufacturing experience required.

Key Requirements & Environmental Factors.  This is not an exhaustive list.


* Work night shift from 7:00pm - 7:30am.


* Ability to operate packaging equipment (machinery) at standard.


* Read and follow directions correctly, written and verbal, continuously.


* Use your entire body to bend, twist, push, pull, reach, squat, climb, maneuver, stand, walk, sit, and lean in awkward positions in order to perform a variety of tasks at each level.


* Climb and balance on an 18 to 20-foot ladder (i.e., some tasks require short periods of working at heights on platforms).


* Work in a safe manner; lift 50 pounds, occasionally.


* Pro-active in quality and follow GMP's and housekeeping guidelines.


* Flexible to work other shifts and overtime as business needs require.


* Ability to work with people in a team environment.


* High School diploma or equivalent required; accurate reading, math, and organizational skills.


* Food processing and packaging machinery experience preferred.

We've got the right mix of ingredients for a better career:

(1) Excellent Pay - The pay for this position pays $21.66 per hour.

Plus $2.25/hour shift differential for working the night shift.

(2) Pay for Skill Environment - After next level certification, the packaging operator can expect a significant corresponding pay increase, AND there are annual level increases based on market and budget factors.  Additional achieved levels pay even more and perform project work and ...