Shift Package Operator

This position will operate the automated bagging machines to ensure pet food products are packaged according to specifications.

 Essential Functions of the Position (Responsibilities)

  • Will operate machine that packages pet food products.

  • Start the machine, by engaging controls.

  • Adjusts machine settings according to product and bag dimensions.

  • Observes bagging machine to ensure quality and conformity of packaged bags.

  • Will record product temperature to ensure within 20 degrees of ambient temperature.

  • Completes QC report 8011 every 15 minutes to ensure bag weight, lot number, and temperature, and bag seals.

  • Operate and maintain industrial forklift and handheld scan gun.

  • Perform inventory controls and keep quality standards.

  • Communicate and cooperate with supervisors and coworkers.

  • Report any discrepancies to Management.

  • Maintain a safe and clean working environment.

  • Follow and comply with SOP, QA, RUPP, HACCP procedures, rules, and regulations.

  • Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

  • High school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate

  • Prior manufacturing experience preferred but not required

Preferred Skills

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

  • Prior forklift and manufacturing experience

  • High attention to detail

Additional Notes:

The physical demands must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh more than 100 pounds.