Machine Packer (7pm-7am)

About the Role

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.

Essential Duties and 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 and notify the operator, stopping 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 prescribed procedure.
• Operate E‑stops and recognize safety‑sensitive situations that require their use (including lockout/tagout).
• Set up and operate case sealing machine(s) properly.
• Assist machine operator and other team members as needed (e.g., stacking cartons, screening bags, cleaning work area, assisting nearby packers when a machine is down).
• Practice safe work and personal behavior, report near misses, and use first aid as required.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area, promptly addressing poor housekeeping.
• Become fully proficient in packing at least one core product type, with flexibility to move to different machinery when requested.
• Work overtime as needed based on production and department needs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Qualifications

• Capable of reading work instructions, safety rules, a ruler, and operating a calculator.
• Ability to adapt and work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Good attendance record.
• Team player.
• At least six (6) months of manufacturing work history desired.

Skills / Competencies

• Read, speak, and write English with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to comprehend work instructions and safety rules.

Physical Demands

The job requires standing for the duration of the shift, using both hands and arms, frequent bending, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, squatting, or kneeling. Must be capable of lifting up to 50 lb from floor to waist regularly and up to 20 lb overhead on occasion.

Work Environment

Typical manufacturing area with high noise levels (hearing protection required). Exposure to extreme temperatures depending on season and area, with limited temperature regulation. Presence of complex machinery and moving parts requiring awareness of operational hazards.

Pay

$16.65 per hour plus a $2.10 shift differential.

Schedule

Night shift, 12‑hour rotation: 7 pm – 7 am.