Packaging Technician

Duties And Responsibilities

• Practice the principals of food safety, quality, and continuous improvement under the GFSI guidelines and follow established cGMP practices
• Execute pre/post-production sampling plans as required by established procedures
• Perform repackaging/blending operations
• Ensure equipment is set-up and properly running in order to execute production plans
• Inspect containers prior to packaging to ensure they meet established specifications, cleanliness, and conditions
• Perform the necessary line clearances as required by procedures
• Accurately complete batch record files. Follow document control procedures
• Display careful handling in the repackaging of products and containers
• Perform cleaning and sanitation processes of production equipment and rooms
• Review and completes inbound receiving transactions
• Perform quality assurance checks of processed orders prior to shipment
• Participate in periodic cycle counts
• Work independently and demonstrate initiative and hard work
• Successfully interact, communicate, and work with supervisors and personnel
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management
• Perform janitorial and maintenance tasks as required by supervisor, including minor daily or weekly housekeeping

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED, HSE) required
• Previous experience working in warehouse and/or production environment required
• Previous experience handling chemical/hazardous materials and operating powered industrial equipment (forklift, scissor lift, etc.) preferred

Knowledge And Skills

• Able to operate forklifts, slip sheet loaders, pallet inverters and drum snatchers
• Able to lift 50 lbs. independently, and 100 lbs. with assistance
• Able to work in both Shipping/Receiving and Production Rooms and perform general maintenance to keep work areas clean, organized, and efficient
• Able to follow instructions and work both collaboratively and independently
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and efficiency; maintaining a fast workflow while minimizing errors
• Follow safety and quality control procedures to ensure product integrity
• Comfortable with standing, walking, and repetitive tasks throughout the shift
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work well in a team-oriented setting