Packaging Operator

About the role

The Packaging Operator operates the machinery on the Packaging line to produce quality product for the consumer. This position is located in Lawrenceburg, KY and reports to the Packaging Manager.

Responsibilities

• Operate Packaging Machines on the line to produce a quality product in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensure bottled product is packaged in compliance with all operating procedures to support target quality outcomes.
• Comply with established Packaging quality checks and measures.
• Accurately complete all line paperwork and keep performance boards updated.
• Make adjustments and repairs to equipment, and notify line captain or supervisor when a major repair is needed.
• Observe and listen to equipment to detect possible malfunctions and report malfunctions to the line captain or supervisor.
• Adhere to packaging product SOP’s.
• Communicate any deficiencies that are affecting Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) to line captain or supervisor.
• Implement continuous improvement actions to close gaps of KPI’s or increase productivity as needed.
• Participate in Root Cause Problem Solving (RCPS) to solve problems by attempting to identify and correct the root causes of events, as opposed to simply addressing their symptoms.
• Work proactively and collaboratively with other Packaging and Maintenance department employees to correct issues and proactively drive continuous improvement objectives to meet or exceed target KPI’s.
• Ensure basic maintenance practices are in place with the team to keep equipment operating at capacity and to prevent unscheduled down time.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Must have experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 15lbs on a regular basis from floor to shoulder and up to 40 lbs. on rare occasion.
• Must be able to physically navigate around a plant/production environment – including the repetitive climbing of stairs, elevated walkways etc.
• Must be able to use and operate tools and equipment involved in the production and routine maintenance of the packaging equipment.

Qualifications

• Possess high school diploma or GED.

Skills

• Functional Problem solving skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Customer Service.
• Technical Start up, operate, and monitor all packaging Equipment.

Benefits

At Campari Group, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment without regard to any individual's race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or characteristics or expression, political affiliation or activity, age, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The Packaging Operator works a standard Monday through Friday schedule.