1st Shift Packaging Operator I

Performance Fluid Experts Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

KOST USA is seeking a 1st Shift Packaging Operator (6AM-2:30PM) to join our Cincinnati-area team. The role emphasizes careful, detail-oriented work in a fast-paced setting, with responsibilities including labeling, filling, and equipment setup while maintaining safety and organization throughout the plant.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, forklift experience, and a willingness to learn procedures to ensure efficient packaging and storage of drums, totes, and pails.

Qualifications

• High school education required.
• Forklift experience required.
• Packaging experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Following all established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Loading drums onto skids.
• Labeling drums, totes, and pails.
• Filling totes, drums, and pails with the correct hoses and pumps; checking for leaks.
• Shrink wrapping and storing containers; operating forklift.
• Keeping the plant and warehouse organized, safe and clean.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Self-motivated

Professional

Organized

Education

High school education

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

KOST USA is looking for a 1st Shift Packaging Operator (6AM-2:30PM) to join our team! We are looking for a self-motivated, professional, and organized individual who enjoys detailed work and a fast-paced environment.

In this position, you will be responsible for:

• Following all established procedures and abiding by all safety guidelines.
• Loading drums onto skids.
• Placing appropriate labels onto each drum, tote, and pail.
• Filling totes, drums, and pails by hooking up the correct hoses to the correct pump or tank. Opening the appropriate tank valves and turning on the correct pump to fill the container. Visually inspecting the transfer hose and container for leaks. Blowing the line clear after each transfer.
• Shrink wrapping and storing containers in the appropriate location within the plant. This requires the use of the forklift.
• Keeping the plant and warehouse organized, safe and clean.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Required Experience:

• High school education is required.
• Previous packaging experience preferred, but not required.
• Forklift experience required.