Packaging Line Operator - Chehalis, WA

Job Responsibilities

• Operate food packaging machine efficiently in relation to material usage, product waste, and weight control in a safe manner
• Load packaging material into machine, perform weight control checks as necessary, ensures proper container sizing, records packaging machinery efficiencies and downtime
• Maintains safe food handling practices, ensures full package integrity, to include: weights, codes, seals, correct supplies are used, and procedures are followed
• Uses hand tools to adjust machinery as needed
• Provides direction to employees in assigned work areas: Controls line flow, monitors production charts, packaging equipment, and adjust as needed
• Consistent communication with supervisors and employees
• Fills out daily production paperwork as required
• Walk-through work area and shuts line down as necessary

Job Qualifications

• Attention to detail, flexibility, and emphasis on productivity
• Possess good written and verbal skills
• Ability to use hand tools to adjust machinery
• Some mechanical ability and/or experience
• Strong attendance record
• Preferably individual possessing manufacturing experience

Physical Requirements

• Strength– Lift up to 90 lbs. maximum with occasional lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Stand/Walk– Stand and walk a maximum of 3 hours prior to each break period
• Climb/Balance– Ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding and the alike using the feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on a narrow or slippery surface
• Reach, handle, see, twist, turn, stoop, kneel and crawl as necessary

Benefits

• Permanent, fulltime position benefits include medical, dental, and vision on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Upon qualifying through hours worked, eligible for paid vacation, 10 paid holidays per calendar year, jury duty, bereavement leave, 401k + matching, and Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program and paid sick leave are available from the start of employment.