3730 Packing Machine Operator

ZipRecruiter; Mount Olive (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food production industry is seeking a Day Shift Packing Machine Operator. The role involves operating packing machinery, ensuring product quality, and maintaining cleanliness. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and strong math skills. Join us for a rewarding career with competitive benefits.

Benefits

401(k), matching, profit sharing

Dental, health, and vision insurance

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus additional training required.
• Ability to read and write in English.

Responsibilities

• Operates controls for packing machinery to ensure proper bottle fill.
• Inspects packing machine for cleanliness and incoming jars for defects.
• Records information on machine operation and downtime.

Skills

Math Skills

English Reading and Writing

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Conveyor

Packing Machinery

Pliers

Knife

Scales

Job description

Job Description

Description:

We have an opening for a Day Shift Packing Machine Operator at the DC Production Location.

Summary

Operates controls for packing machinery to ensure a steady flow of bottles and product throughout the machine to achieve correct bottle fill. The chief responsibility is to ensure all bottles leaving the packing machine contain the maximum amount of product.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Inspects packing machine for cleanliness.
• Operates control panels for flume separator, conveyor filling packing machine, and related conveyors.
• Inspects incoming jars for defects or breakage; stops operation and follows broken jar procedures if necessary.
• Ensures conveyor belts do not overload, jars are filled properly, and remain upright.
• Uses tools to unclog vibration pans when needed.
• Notifies supervisor of machinery breakdowns or foreign objects in product.
• Records information on machine operation, jar size, breakage, and downtime, utilizing basic math skills.
• Follows safety rules and company policies.

Other Duties

• May perform duties of Packer/Laborer as needed.
• Participates in training, meetings, committees, and project teams.
• Receives instructions and performs other tasks as directed by supervisor.

Benefits:

• 401(k), matching, profit sharing
• Dental, health, and vision insurance
• Employee discount, flexible spending account
• Life insurance, paid time off, referral program

Mt. Olive Pickle Co., Inc. is an Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Disabilities.

Requirements:

• High school diploma plus additional training.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Math skills: addition and subtraction.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Machines, Equipment, Tools Used:

• Conveyor, packing machinery, stainless steel rod, knife, pliers, mallet, scales, pans.

Physical Demands:

• Reaching, standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping.
• Exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally, 20 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds constantly.
• Visual acuity for operating machinery and performing skilled trades.

Work Environment:

• Indoor work with seasonal temperature variations.
• Exposure to fumes, machinery noise, grease; use of earplugs, head covers, apron required.