Hands-On Packaging Operator — Manual & Automated Lines

Oil-dri-Corporation-of-Americ; Mounds (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Oil-Dri Corporation of America is seeking a Packaging Operator to operate a range of manual or automated packaging equipment for shipment. You will follow core safety values, perform setup and minor adjustments, and maintain clean, safe work areas.

The role requires reading SOPs and related instructions, strong safety awareness, and the ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs as needed. Join a team focused on quality and efficiency in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Must read, comprehend and act on SOPs, PWIs and AIQ processes.
• Ability to understand safety requirements and communicate them.
• Stand for shift duration and lift up to 50 lbs when needed.

Responsibilities

• Operates packaging equipment including fillers, labelers, sealers, conveyors.
• Sets up equipment, makes minor adjustments, performs daily inspections.
• Inspects supplies and inventory to ensure quality and availability.
• Samples packaged product to verify specifications and records results.
• Inputs production, downtime and shipping data into reports.
• Maintains clean, safe work environment and follows safety policies.
• Participates in Taft STOP and SHE Pillar safety programs.

Skills

Safety awareness

Quality minded

Reading SOPs

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Oil-Dri Corporation of America is seeking a Packaging Operator to operate a range of manual or automated packaging equipment for shipment. You will follow core safety values, perform setup and minor adjustments, and maintain clean, safe work areas.

The role requires reading SOPs and related instructions, strong safety awareness, and the ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs as needed. Join a team focused on quality and efficiency in a manufacturing setting.