Packer Operator 3rd Shift (OVERNIGHT)

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Production Supervisor, the Packer Operator is responsible for operating packaging equipment and supplying packaging equipment with shippers, plastic bottles, glue, etc.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES **include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Operate case packer and case sealer in a safe and efficient manner.
• Supply glue to glue pots or retention bin
• Operate the case erector in a safe and efficient manner, keeping shippers supplied in the machine.
• Operate Weber Label Equipment
• Assist in size and product changeovers on the line. This includes mechanical changeovers on the packer, case erector and can sealer or assisting filler or labeler operator in product changeovers.
• Ensure that the code dates are correct and in place for each product.
• Clean the packer, case sealer using cleaners (with personal protective equipment) such as general cleaner, chlorine, etc.
• Document line check forms, quality verification of code dates, correct labels, shippers, Weber labels, etc.
• Adhere to all plant GMP, Housekeeping, Safety, lock out/tag out and HACCP guidelines.
• Responsible for compliance with the safety policy and accident prevention and compliance programs.
• Responsible for reviewing work areas for potential losses and loss control opportunities and for reporting hazards, injuries/illnesses, and other losses to supervisors.
• Cross-train on other jobs in the department.
• Safely lock out each piece of equipment.

**QUALIFICATIONS

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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

**EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

**¨NBSP;

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

**LANGUAGE SKILLS

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Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

**MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

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Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

**REASONING ABILITY

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Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

**PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stand, climb, balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

**WORK ENVIRONMENT

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The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

**TRAINING **80 Hours. On the Job.

You should be proficient in:

• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Forklift Licensed

Salary info:

$19.70 - $20.45 / hr