Finished Product Packer

Synerfac Inc; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Synerfac Inc is seeking a Packer/Laborer for a production environment in Valparaiso, Indiana. You will monitor and operate manual and highly automated equipment, focusing on safety and efficiency.

The role involves packing 25 kg bags, lifting up to 55 lbs, standing for long periods, and assisting with related processes. Cleanliness, traceability, and accurate record-keeping are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Mechanical ability is helpful for operating and troubleshooting equipment.
• Ability to work independently and stay productive in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual and automated production equipment under supervision.
• Pack bags weighing 25 kg (55 lbs) safely and accurately.
• Monitor equipment condition and report deficiencies to supervisor.
• Keep work area clean and organized and follow plant rules.
• Assist with ancillary processes such as presses and bag filters.
• Clean equipment during process changes and between batches.
• Take representative samples and maintain sample identification for traceability.
• Accurately fill out paperwork documenting process information.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Mechanical ability is helpful

Ability to work independently

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Under the direct supervision of the Production Supervisor, the Packer/Laborer is responsible for monitoring and operating manual and highly automated production equipment.

Essential Functions

These areas of responsibility will include but not be limited to:

• Working safely, following all plant rules, reporting all near misses and unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Keeping work areas clean and organized.
• Monitoring equipment condition and communicating any deficiencies to supervisor.
• Packing 25 kg (55 lbs.) bags
• Assisting with ancillary processes (such as presses, bag filters, refeed, etc.).
• Cleaning out equipment during process changes and between batches as needed.
• Assisting Production Supervisor and Dry and Wet End Operators as needed.
• Taking samples of product throughout the whole process, and maintaining sample identification.
• Proper labeling of product bags to ensure product traceability throughout the process.
• Accurately filling out necessary paperwork to record process information.
• Completes any and all other duties, as required or assigned.

Job Requirements

Physical Demands

• Frequent lifting (34-66% of the day)
• Must be able to lift up to 55lbs. repeatedly
• Constant standing (66-100% of the day)
• Frequent stair climbing (3 flights, approximately 12 times per day)
• Frequent overhead reaching (34-66% of the day)
• Constant use of upper extremities (67-100% of the day)

Special Considerations

• Ability to safely operate forklifts.
• Ability to negotiate on grated floors up to three stories high.

Education Requirements/Knowledge

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Mechanical ability is helpful.
• Ability to work independently.