LABELER OPERATOR - MID SHIFT - PACKAGING

Dairy Farmers of America; Schulenburg (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Holidays & Personal Time after 90 days

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America in Schulenburg, TX is seeking an experienced Labeling Operator to oversee Krones labelers, Video Jet Coder, and related equipment. You will manage jar coding, label stock, and film setup while ensuring accurate inventory and product traceability.

Responsibilities include quality checks, data recording, shift handovers, troubleshooting label application, cleaning and sanitation, and supporting training of new operators.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform basic math in all units of measure.
• Clear written and verbal communication in English.
• Ability to follow written and diagrammed instructions.
• Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Must attain Forklift Operator License within 30 days of hiring.

Responsibilities

• Oversees label applications process including jar coding and related equipment.
• Ensures correct label stock and film are used.
• Performs quality control tests and records data.
• Maintains data, production, and breakdown documentation.
• Obtains product samples and tags containers.
• Communicates change-over information to shifts and relief operators.
• Investigates label application issues and implements fixes.
• Maintains proper label glue application and placement on jars.
• Prepares clean work area and sanitizes equipment during change-overs.

Skills

Math ability

Written & spoken English

Common sense/problem solving

Pre-employment physical/drug screen

Forklift License

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Scanners

Thin client

Job description

General Purpose:

Operates the Krones Labelers, Video Jett Coder and all related functions

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversees the entire label applications process to include jar coding, sample collection, setup adjustments and related equipment, i.e. Glue dispenser, Video Jet Coder, Dud Detectors, Bar Code Scanner, Film setup, Krones and PDC panel view functions and conveyor systems.
• Ensures that the correct label stock and film labels are being used.
• Performs various quality control tests.
• Records and maintains data and checks.
• Completes detailed production and breakdown documentation.
• Obtains all necessary samples of products.
• Maintains an organized jar label rack and ensures all partial boxes are properly tagged.
• Communicates change-over information to relief operators and shift change operator.
• Investigates problems with label application and makes corrective adjustments when necessary.
• Ensures that labels receive the proper amount of glue and are properly placed on the jar.
• Informs Shift Supervisor of any issues with label application.
• Maintains label basket cleanliness.
• Monitors and isolates all product deviations.
• Handles cleaning chemicals in a safe manner utilizing safety equipment such as gloves, eyewear, etc.
• Sanitizes machines and conveyors during the change-over/shutdown process.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area, including spills and breaks as they occur.
• Ensures that supplies are fully stocked at termination of shift.
• Utilize scanners or thin client units to make SAP transaction for the purpose of maintain accurate inventory levels and ensuring reliable product traceability.
• Assist in training new operator.
• Follows all DFA Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate, regulatory quality, and sanitation requirements.
• Performs items on Master Sanitation lists when production is not running.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Shift Schedule:

• Monday - Friday 2PM - 10PM - Monday - Friday
• Weekends possible based on Product Demand
• $18.50/ Hour
• .50/Hour Shift Differential on Shifts beginning at 2pm or Later
• 90 Day Increase to $23.34/Hour
• Holidays & Personal Time Eligible at 90 Days

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
• Able to effectively communicate in writing & speech (English)
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Must be able to attain a Forklift Operator License within 30 days of hiring.