R-GUARD Packager

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follow manufacturing orders to properly cap, label and fill containers using automated or manual equipment.
• Lifting and placing containers in cardboard boxes for shipping.
• Stacking cases/containers on pallets.
• Clean-up of work area.
• Wearing appropriate protective equipment and following all safety precautions.
• Documentation of manufacturing orders.
• Daily minor maintenance, set-up, operation, troubleshooting and clean-up of fill packaging lines and presses.
• Responsible for reporting leaks, defects and/or spills in containers before they are packaged and shipped.
• Responsible for verifying label with manufacturing orders.
• Handling hazardous waste according to training to including proper waste management, container labeling and dating, and following storage requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned, if qualified, to meet business demands.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete all assigned training courses.
• Contribute to a safe and environmentally secure work environment for themselves, their coworkers, and our customers by following established safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned, if qualified, to meet business demands.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Must be self-motivated and able to keep up with production demands.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and interact well with a variety of personalities within a production environment.
• Must be flexible and willing to help others when requested.
• Must be able to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.
• Due to the nature of our business, the ability to understand, read and write English fluently is required for safety reasons.
• Use of the following equipment:
• Box cutters
• Tape gun
• Lot code printers
• PolyClip – TSCA 65 sealing/clipping machine
• ProSys – CMX machines
• Ross – Presses
• Drum crusher
• Pallet jack
• Floor scales
• Miscellaneous hand tools.

WORKING CONDITIONS & ENVIRONMENT

• This position requires exposure to various chemicals in a production environment. Exposure to dust, vapors, gases, and chemicals is probable and personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
• Production area is not an air-conditioned environment but is equipped with adequate air flow handling equipment and ventilation system. Production area is heated during the winter months.

EDUCATION - CERTIFICATION

• A High School Diploma or its equivalent is required.