Automated Packaging Operator

Job Overview:  

The Automated Packaging Operator Multi-line operates multiple lines of automated packaging equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Operates automated packaging, bulk-bagging, and palletizing equipment 
• Set-up equipment, perform daily inspections, and make minor adjustments to the equipment, as necessary.
• Ensures the process safely drives quality and production to standards/targets.
• Samples packaged product to verify it meets specifications.
• Identifies non-conformance events, documents events, and takes appropriate actions. 
• Performs manual tasks such as hand stacking products.  
• Periodically weighs product packages to ensure weight specifications are met.
• Inspects supplies such as bags, bulk bags, and pallets to ensure useable quality and quantity levels are present and to inventory levels.  
• Operates forklift to load trailers and/or move material. (Only if assigned, professionally trained, and training documented)
• Interacts with the computer systems for compliance, reporting, and machine set-up.
• Input environmental, safety, production, maintenance, and shipping data utilizing the CMMS, QMS, ERP, spreadsheets, and/or handwritten paper reports.
• Spot, set-up, load, and move bulk trucks. (Only if assigned, properly trained and, training documented)
• Spot, set-up, load, and move bulk railcars. (Only if assigned, professionally trained, and training documented)
• Observe all safety rules, regulations, and precautions.
• Keeps areas clean and free of clutter.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

• HS Diploma or equivalent.  
• Must meet the assessment requirements for this position.

Skills & Abilities:

• Must be able to use technology to evaluate/communicate the status of the process/product and must pass a computer literacy assessment.  Experience with a large ERP - JDE and RFSMART preferred. 
• Must be able to understand and act upon all safety and environmental requirements and other related communications.
• Must be able to visually differentiate between products and be able to hear audible alarms, instructions, and commands.
• Must be able to read and understand Bill of Lading.
• Must be able to efficiently interact with and use computer systems.
• Must be able to comprehend and follow quality management systems.
• Physical Demands and Work Environment
• Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds frequently—duration of shift if necessary.
• Bending, reaching, twisting, stooping, walking, and climbing stairways and ladders frequently
• Must be able to climb ladders up to 110 feet.
• Must be able to talk and hear radio communications as well as phone.