Packer I

The packaging machine operator (“packer”) is an entry‑level position designed to give the employee an opportunity to learn about the business with the option to move further within the corporation. The packer will generally be responsible for packaging finished product from multiple extrusion lines and is essential in the quality‑control process, the set‑up process, and assisting in the operation of the process.

Essential Job Functions

• Observe all safety regulations.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Documentation Practices (GDPs).
• Package finished product appropriately as trained.
• Responsible for quality of product that is being packaged.
• Keep work area clean and organized; no product or packaging materials should be on the floor.
• Properly handle scrap product (from in front of as well as behind packaging equipment) and bring only the materials needed to the line—no extra pallets or boxes.
• Perform Quality Control checks as required by Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Operate the rewind machine (Doctor machines).
• Operate the winder equipment (front end only).
• Label, pack off, and shrink‑wrap pallets of finished product.
• Document the run record for the manufactured product.
• Notify Lead Operator/Supervisor if extrusion equipment, bag machine, or winder (back end) are functioning abnormally (product or equipment).
• Support re‑grind process by loading scrap rolls for the grinding equipment.
• Support production efforts and provide line coverage to allow others to take breaks.
• Support training new employees as requested by management.

Non‑essential Job Functions

• Support Lead Operator during setup and operation of extrusion equipment, bag machine, and winder (back end).
• Assist with minor maintenance.

Qualifications

• Ability to work on a rotating 12‑hour shift schedule (day/night).
• Willingness to listen and learn from co‑workers within the plant.
• Basic math skills to complete calculations and measurements of product.
• Basic computer skills to input data and interface with Material Management Systems.

Skills and Abilities

• Perform length, gauge, and weight measurements.
• Use hand tools such as wrenches, scrapers, die gauges, screwdrivers, tape measures, micrometers, etc.
• Visually inspect product for defects.

Schedule

Rotating 12‑hour shift schedule (day/night).