Packaging Operator Trainee - Crew D

About the role

Under the supervision of a Team Lead, this position is responsible for the operation, performance, food safety, and safety of the Pack Floor. The Packaging Operator Trainee will set up equipment and verify quality attributes such as bag weights, seals, and codes. They will maintain shadow boards (5S) and sanitation of their area, and order packaging materials as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate and sanitize Ishida Scales/Bag Weighers, Triangle Baggers, Bliss Machine, Seasoning Drum, Blue Print Case Erectors/Case Packers, Elliott Case Sealers, Add Backs, and Bulk Off Area.
• Assist Palletizer Operators to ensure product reaches Americold.
• Complete all safety requirements, centerline checks, Basic Care/CIL routes, and planned stop activities; adhere to break times.
• Carry a radio and respond to issues in designated area(s).
• Work cleanups and maintain cleanliness by stripping out bags and keeping the area(s) tidy.
• Utilize the Add-back system to eliminate totes while protecting product quality.
• Operate Frozen Grading and make necessary adjustments; use HMI operations including thermal imaging capabilities.
• Troubleshoot issues and solve problems independently; demonstrate initiative, drive, and leadership.
• Communicate effectively with team members and perform all AMD activities as needed.
• Perform duties for a successful cut change, including adjusting equipment, swapping change parts, and changing primary container mediums.
• Ensure correct product weight is bagged and verify bag/case codes; confirm primary and secondary containers are food safe.
• Find and fix defects; complete a timed hands-on validation with up to three attempts and appropriate retraining.
• Know and exercise LOTO for all pertinent equipment; follow all plant and job-specific safety and food safety duties.
• Maintain good personal hygiene; work all cleanups as assigned; keep tools and equipment in designated locations.
• Aid in training new operators as directed.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively and understand verbal and written instructions.
• Self-motivated with basic mechanical and computer aptitude.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Ability to safely lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to go up and down stairs throughout the shift and be on feet all day (60/40 walking/standing).

Benefits

• Health Insurance Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
• Paid Time Off
• Financial Wellness – 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts
• Life and Accident insurance
• Family-Friendly Employee events
• Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services

Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Pay

A reasonable hourly estimate for this role is $24.85. Actual compensation may be higher or lower based on various factors, including work location, job duties, experience, and expertise.