Airport Baggage Flow Operator - Manual Encoding

PBP Aviation Services LLC; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

The Bag Jammer/Manual Encoder at PBP Aviation Services LLC will help maintain the Baggage Handling System at aviation facilities by clearing bag jams and encoding untagged bags when automated reads fail. This frontline role supports uptime and on-time departures, working with maintenance, control room, and airline staff to ensure safe, accurate baggage processing.

Candidates should be able to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in safety-critical environments, including weekends

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior airport/warehouse/conveyor experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems and safe work around automated equipment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and complete reports accurately.
• Comfortable in fast-paced, safety-critical environments.
• Must be able to stand, walk, climb, and work in confined or elevated spaces.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Availability for shift work, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to meet airport badging requirements.

Responsibilities

• Monitor assigned areas of the BHS for baggage jams, blockages, or system interruptions and respond promptly to clear them safely and efficiently.
• Operate manual encoding stations to input baggage tag information when automated systems fail to read or process a bag.
• Communicate with the control room and operations staff regarding system status, conveyor stoppages, or irregular baggage flow.
• Follow all established safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and PPE requirements, when working near moving equipment.
• Inspect conveyors, diverters, and scanners visually for debris, obstruction, or potential issues while performing jam-clearing duties.
• Accurately record incidents, jam counts, and manual encoding data as required by the Supervisor.
• Support technicians and control room staff in identifying recurring system issues for preventive maintenance action.
• Maintain awareness of system operating zones, emergency stops, and safe work clearances.
• Keep assigned work areas clean, organized, and free from debris or foreign objects.
• Uphold PBP Services’ standards for professionalism, safety, and operational excellence.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Ability to follow instructions

Physical stamina

Manual handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Bag Jammer/Manual Encoder at PBP Aviation Services LLC will help maintain the Baggage Handling System at aviation facilities by clearing bag jams and encoding untagged bags when automated reads fail. This frontline role supports uptime and on-time departures, working with maintenance, control room, and airline staff to ensure safe, accurate baggage processing.

Candidates should be able to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in safety-critical environments, including weekends