Night Packaging Operator - Quality & Efficiency

Alphia; Bern (KS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Alphia is seeking a packaging operator on site in the United States to maintain quality and operate packaging lines. You will label, stack, and inspect products, while ensuring GMP compliance and FIFO adherence.

Responsibilities include setup and basic troubleshooting of packaging equipment, data entry into IQS, product changeovers, and participating in line cleaning. The role requires teamwork, independence, and safety-first training.

Qualifications

• Must maintain quality and operate packaging equipment on assigned line.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stack bags on pallets as part of packaging operations.
• Familiar with GMP and QA duties including data entry and product sampling.

Responsibilities

• Package products in bags, boxes, or bulk containers and label/stack on pallets.
• Visually inspect finished product to maintain quality.
• Ensure all packaging materials meet quality standards.
• Participate in facility equipment clean-up between runs.
• Maintain FIFO program adherence.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot packaging equipment (Bemis 1, Bemis 2, Parsons, Jem lines).
• Perform QA duties: data entry into IQS, HACCP compliance, product changeover, cleaning, sanitation, sampling, and inspection checks.
• Complete required production paperwork accurately.
• Proficiency with Alphia Business Systems (JDE, IQS).
• Anticipate and troubleshoot technical issues; coordinate with Maintenance.
• Perform operator-level preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Collaborate with Maintenance to identify line improvements.
• Provide training and cross-training for plant personnel.
• Follow area-designated restrictions and maintain personal safety and clean work area.

Skills

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Team player

Independent worker

Effective communication

GMP awareness

Lock Out/Tag Out certification

Forklift certification

Multitasking

Tools

JDE

IQS

Alphia Systems

Job description

Alphia is seeking a packaging operator on site in the United States to maintain quality and operate packaging lines. You will label, stack, and inspect products, while ensuring GMP compliance and FIFO adherence.

Responsibilities include setup and basic troubleshooting of packaging equipment, data entry into IQS, product changeovers, and participating in line cleaning. The role requires teamwork, independence, and safety-first training.