Packaging Operator 1

Position Overview

The Packaging Operator supports the Converting Production by operating paper converting equipment to meet the production goal established for the line in a safe manner. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with all company safety policies and ensuring that all products manufactured meet customer specifications. This position status is non-exempt.

Job Responsibilities

• Safely operate paper converting equipment to meet production goals.
• Supports Sofidel America’s Good Manufacturing Practices and HACCP to promote a safe, sanitary, and hygienically sound workplace.
• Set up, operate, adjust, and change-over primary and/or secondary packaging equipment.
• Perform with other staff operating the line as a team to achieve established production rates and line uptime.
• Document quality control, production, and/or maintenance issues on respective reporting forms during operation of the line.
• Understand product specifications to ensure production of a quality finished product within tolerances.
• Read and comprehend production schedules, work orders, manuals, and performance specifications to establish proper operation of the equipment.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks and communicate additional work required to dedicated maintenance staff.
• Perform or assist with any operations as required to maintain workflow and meet schedules and quality requirements.
• Notify supervision of unusual equipment or operating problems and the need for additional material and supplies.
• Maintain a safe and organized work area clean of obstacles, debris, and loose material.
• Support quality, housekeeping, and sanitation standards as well as assure customer satisfaction.
• Participate in meetings and work groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and maintain specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements, policies, and regulatory guidelines.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and six (6) to twelve (12) months experience manufacturing inventory and purchasing and/or training; preferred equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to work across departments and in a team environment.
• Ability to prioritize and re-prioritize tasks as needed with strong time-management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and quality and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to learn and certify in Lift and Crane operation.
• Ability to use tools, measuring tape, calculators, and other common metrology instruments related to the operation of the equipment.
• Ability to identify nonconformance and notify Supervisor of issues.
• Communicate in a manner that supports production. Confer with managers, technicians, production personnel, and other operators regarding testing procedures and results to resolve problems.
• Ability to use computer and peripherals, standard and customized software applications and tools, and usual production equipment.

Other Duties

• May include performing or assisting with any operations as required to maintain workflow and meet schedules and quality requirements.
• Notify supervision of unusual equipment or operating problems and the need for additional material and supplies.
• Maintain a safe and organized work area clean of obstacles, debris, and loose material.
• Support quality, housekeeping, and sanitation standards as well as assure customer satisfaction.
• Participate in meetings and work groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and maintain specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements, policies, and regulatory guidelines.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Company Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical Benefits
• PTO
• Vacation
• Retailer Retention Bonus
• 401K
• Career Advancement
• Sofidel Language Learning Programme through innovative digital platform for you and one additional user, such as family member or friend.

Work Environment

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when in the plant and warehouse areas. PPE will include safety shoes, eye and ear protection, reflective vests and hairnets or hats along with any other necessary protection.
• Temperatures in the plant/warehouse can range a great deal from season to season.
• The employee will be exposed to considerable paper dust and employees will also be exposed to noise levels that will require hearing protection.

Company Commitment

• EEO Statement: Sofidel America is an equal opportunity employer. Sofidel America is committed to all federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to equal opportunity. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, employment decisions at the company will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. This policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, as well as the use of all Sofidel America facilities.
• ADA Statement for Accommodation: Sofidel America complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.