Packaging Machine Operator - 2nd Shift (3:00pm - 11:00pm)

Responsibilities

• Maintains shift documentation (i.e., Metal Detector and Batch Order Verifications)
• Reads production schedule and plans accordingly
• Reads and interprets schedule in MicroStrategy
• Able to print labels on different printers, choosing correct program for each printer; move eye and clean printers
• Performs nitrogen testing
• Maintains an adequate supply of roll stock and ensures all packaging materials are available for each machine
• Set up and write new programs for bag makers
• Writes and/or edits machine micro logic as needed to maintain an efficient and low waste operation
• Creating and modifying code dates
• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment
• Sets up and makes minor scale repairs and adjustments
• Performs span calibration and/or adjustments on scales, adjust scales linkages so it opens and shuts correctly, make minor adjustments to formers
• Efficiently operates packaging equipment which may include case sealers and robot cells
• This includes but is not limited to machine setups, troubleshooting, changeovers, proper running, procedural adjustments, sanitation cleanup, preventative maintenance, and shutdown
• Properly plans ahead for machine changeovers and efficiently changing from one product item to another
• Maintains an adequate supply of roll stock and ensures all packaging materials are available for each machine
• Monitors and adjusts each machine to ensure proper cut off film and bags have proper end seals and back seals as required
• Ensures machines are running at standard speeds
• Maintains product appearance and adheres to weight control program
• Performs bag weight checks every 20 minutes and inspects for quality issues
• Able to run bagger, scales, counting conveyor, seal checker, weight check, case packers, and other auxiliary equipment as needed
• Identifies and resolves packaged product quality issues
• Keeps machines and work areas clean, wipes packaging machines off and blows down area when required to do so
• Immediately reports any maintenance problems to appropriate technician and/or supervisor
• Practices and adheres to appropriate safety and hygiene guidelines/procedures for safe housekeeping and personal protection
• Stores supplies in designated areas
• Keeps work area aisles/exits clear and free from obstruction; removes trash from work area floor
• Follows instructions for safe lifting/carrying of various sizes, shapes, and weights; identifies/reports issues with equipment; reports all job-related injuries to supervision
• May provide leadership and direction to packers
• May be qualified to perform as Back-up Packaging Coordinator, or other technical/skilled position
• If applicable, may monitor and replenish seasoning on overhead to ensure proper seasoning coverage on product
• Mandatory overtime may be required
• May perform other duties as required

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED is preferred, but not required
• Experience: 1-year production experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, but not required
• Physical Requirements: Sitting: Seldom; Driving: Seldom; Standing: Continuously; Walking: Frequently; Using hands: Continuously; Climbing: Occasionally; Squatting/Kneeling: Frequently; Talking/Hearing: Continuously; Using vision (Far, Near, Peripheral, and Depth Perception): Continuously; Following directions and routines: Frequently; Concentrate, memorize, and recall: Frequently; Analyzing data: Occasionally; Problem solving: Frequently; Working independently with appropriate judgment: Frequently; Reading, writing, comprehending numbers and words: Frequently; Lifting/carrying/pushing weight up to 10 lbs.: Continuously; Up to 25 lbs.: Frequently; Up to 50 lbs.: Frequently; Up to 100 lbs.: Occasionally (must be with assistance); More than 100 lbs.: Seldom (must be with assistance)