Blender Operator (PFC)

Five Star Management; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Star Management seeks a packaging operator to ensure safety, food safety, quality and good housekeeping on the manufacturing floor. You will assist with pallet movement, monitor resin levels, store and handle resin types, and maintain sanitation while following GMPs and safety policies.

Responsibilities include recording material usage, communicating with team, reporting incidents, and supporting continuous improvement to keep Ecopak operations running smoothly in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have general knowledge of packaging equipment principles.
• GMPs and HACCP knowledge.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and logs.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English to communicate instructions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Good Housekeeping Practices on all activities.
• Assist with movement of pallets or sacks.
• Maintain optimal resin levels in blenders.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of different resin types.
• Record material usage accurately in the inventory system.
• Provide solvent and check product quality while following SOPs and safety policies.

Skills

Packaging knowledge

Quality awareness

Safety compliance

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Ensures compliance regarding Safety, Food Safety, Quality, and Good Housekeeping Practices for all activities. Immediately report to supervisor any incident and unsafe condition. Assist with the movement of pallets or sacks. Maintains optimal resin levels in blenders. Ensures proper storage and handling of different resin types. Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors. Provides solvent and checks the quality of the product. Responsible for plant sanitation and monitoring action plans to maintain current GMP’s. Standard Operating procedures and safety policies while performing all jobs duties. Monitoring Ecopak levels and changing with new bags package. Responsible for keeping Ecopak running without problems. Accurately records material usage in the inventory system. Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

• Must have general knowledge of packaging equipment principles.
• Ability to visually check defects in the product, sense of tones, shapes, and temperatures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of relevant equipment policies and procedures.
• Must be knowledgeable of GMPs and HACCP.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and logs.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

Preferred experience in manufacturing, preferably in flexible plastic packaging.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to operate basic tools and measuring devices (tape measure, scale, etc.).
• Ability of repetitive reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, kneeling, carrying, going up and down ladders/steps.

Ability to read, write, and speak in English to effectively communicate and interpret instructions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed primarily on the manufacturing floor, which may involve exposure to loud noises, machinery, high temperatures and chemicals.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
• Strict adherence to safety protocols and procedures is crucial due to potential hazards associated with machinery and chemicals.