Packaging Machine Operator (Manufacturing)
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Position Summary: Reporting directly to the Production Line Lead or Production Supervisor. A Packaging Machine Operator (PMO) is primarily responsible for the safe and efficient operation of various packaging machinery (form fill baggers, case packer, cartons formers, printers, etc.)
Essential Duties:
- Efficiently operate various packaging equipment by carrying out machine, product quality, line performance
- Perform machine assembly and disassembly as required.
- Utilize Redzone as prescribed by the Redzone Administrator that includes but not limited to:
- Monitor performance.
- Report all material defects.
- Effectively perform all scheduled inspections
- Maximize product and packaging material yields meeting standards.
- Maintain good housekeeping in assigned areas.
- Assist in trouble shooting their equipment.
- Follow established safety rules and regulations.
- Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable SOP's.
- Perform other duties, jobs or tasks assigned at any area by management to maximize production performance and reduce costs.
Education & Experience / Skills & Abilities:
Minimum Education Required:
High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
Certifications / Licenses / Specialized Trainings Required:
None
Total Yrs. of Experience Required:
1 year is preferred
Skills & Abilities:
- General knowledge of baggers and scales, preferable: Ilapak, Pacmac, Ishida.
- Work in a fast pace high volume environment adaptable to changing priorities to meet schedule demands.
- Possess a mechanical aptitude.
- Work in a team environment to achieve performance goals.
- Must be flexible to work different shifts as needed.
- Ability to perform basic math calculations.
- Have good oral and written communication skills.
- Sustain a positive mental attitude and support company directives.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands:
Working conditions consist of regular exposure to cold, wet floor manufacturing environments (34-36 degrees F) with slight odors of chlorine and peracetic acid. Also the presence of heavy machinery and forklift traffic, and loud noises.
