Manual Packaging Operator

Oil-Dri Corporation of America; Mounds (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Oil-Dri Corporation of America is seeking a Packaging Operator to operate and monitor a range of packaging equipment, ensuring efficient product packaging for shipment. You will follow SOPs, complete daily inspections, and maintain a clean, safe work environment.

The role requires the ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and use PPE in a dusty industrial setting. You will document production data, identify non-conformances, and collaborate with team members to meet quality and

Qualifications

• Must read, comprehend, and act on SOPs and work instructions.
• Able to perform tests and inspections per QA guidelines.
• Willing to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual or automated packaging equipment to package product.
• Set up equipment and perform minor adjustments; conduct daily inspections.
• Inspect supplies and inventory levels; document results.
• Sample products to verify specifications and record results.
• Input production data into reports and maintain safety compliance.

Skills

Safety awareness

Read SOPs

Equipment operation

Communication

Physical stamina

PPE usage

Job description

Job Overview

Reporting to a Lead Person or the Packaging Supervisor, the Packaging Operator operates a range of manual or automated packaging equipment to package product for shipment and acts in accordance with the Core Values of Oil-Dri.

Responsibilities

• Operates one or more of the following types of equipment: filler, baler, bag closure, stacker or palletizer, labeler, sewing machine, stretch and bale wrappers, shrink wrappers, conveyor, robotic bag placers, date coders, heat sealer, case and pale sealer, case erector & weigh scales.
• Performs multiple of manual tasks such as: stacking, labeling, weighing, reworking, wrapping, case erecting, de-nesting, lid in-placement, bag insertion, threading of tape machine, magazine loading, and bulk bag filling as necessary.
• Sets‑up equipment, makes minor adjustments to equipment as necessary, performs daily inspections and keeps equipment clean and in good working order.
• Inspects supplies such as jugs, boxes, and pallets to insure useable quality and quantity levels are present and to inventory levels.
• Samples packaged product to verify it meets specifications. Identifies non‑conformance events and takes appropriate actions. Periodically weighs product to ensure eight specifications are met. Documents results.
• Input environmental, production, shipping, downtime, etc. information on computer and/or handwritten reports.
• Required to practice safe work habits and use proper safety equipment per job requirements. Assist in maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
• Must satisfactorily participate in all corporate and local polices in regards to safety; such as the Taft STOP program, reporting near misses and/or adhering to the principles of SHE Pillar. Obey all Company, State, and Federal safety policies, rules and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Pass the pre-employment tests at required results (WPT, Quantitative, verbal, BMCT, etc.)
• Must be able to read, comprehend, and act on SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), PWI (Process Work Instructions), AIQ processes, and similar documents.

Skills & Abilities

• Must be able to understand and communicate all safety requirements and other communications.
• Must be able to use technology to evaluate/communicate the status of the process/product.
• Must be able to visually differentiate between different products and be able to hear warning alarms.
• Must be able to read, understand and complete the following: production schedules, bin check reports, quality defect tags, safety checks, production reports, defective product tags, product waste reports, and placards both raw and finished.
• Must be able to comprehend and follow quality management systems.
• Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift. Carry/lift 50lbs for the duration of the shift if necessary.
• Bending, reaching, twisting, stooping, walking, and climbing stairways and ladders frequently. Must be able to climb ladders to significant heights up to 20 feet.
• Must be able to shovel and sweep in a dusty area using the provided dust masks.
• Must be able to function in the required role while wearing appropriate PPE including, but not limited to: Safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, dust mask, protective coveralls, and other as may be required by a hot/cold, dusty, loud industrial environment.
• Must be able to talk and hear radio communication.