Machine Packer (1st Shift)

A Machine Packer packs products off machine and into cartons or containers according to customer specifications in a manufacturing facility. The machine packer ensures safety, quality, and production standards are met or exceeded.

Responsibilities

• Pack product off machine per orientation on stacking diagrams.
• Pack product into cartons without deforming the product.
• Ensure the carton quantity is correct, and every carton is labeled appropriately.
• Measure and test product.
• Identify defects in product and notify operator, making sure to stop machinery when defects are not corrected.
• Maintain a pace that keeps up with machine throughput capabilities.
• Remove start-ups and screen for defects.
• Inspect and properly clear bag overflow area.
• Complete required quality checks by following the procedure required to complete the checks.
• Must understand how to operate E-stops and could identify safety sensitive situations that would require use of an E-stop (add lockout/tagout).
• Properly set up and operate case sealing machine(s).
• Assist machine operator and other team members as needed (including, but not limited to, stacking cartons, screening bags, cleaning work area, and assisting nearby packers when assigned machine is down).
• Practice safe work and personal behavior with regards to equipment and task, including reporting near misses and use of first aid.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area ensuring any instances of poor housekeeping are addressed and fixed quickly.
• Must become fully proficient in packing, at a minimum, one core product type based on company standards, with the flexibility to move to different machinery (when requested).
• Must be able to work overtime as needed (based on production and department needs).
• Other related duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Must be capable of reading work instructions.
• Must be capable of reading safety rules.
• Must be capable of reading a ruler and operating a calculator.
• Must be able to adapt and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be capable of maintaining good attendance.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• At least six (6) months of manufacturing work history desired.

Skills

• Must be able to read, speak, and write English with good interpersonal skills.
• To include reading and comprehending work instructions, safety rules.

Benefits

• Paid breaks with weekly pay!

Pay

Starting pay rate $16.65 per hour

Schedule

1st Shift: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:00pm