Operator, Packaging A Auto

Oil--dri-Corporation-of-Americ; Ripley (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oil-Dri Corporation of America in Ripley, MS is seeking an Operator, Packaging - Automated to run and monitor a range of automated packaging equipment, load trucks, and handle related paperwork. The role reports to a Packaging Supervisor Lead Person.

You will set up equipment, perform daily inspections, read electronic data, and support maintenance, quality testing, and safety programs while ensuring efficient, safe operations.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Pre-employment tests: WPT, Quantitative, verbal, BMCT and Computer Literacy.
• Reading and understanding SOPs, PWIs and AIQ processes.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds frequently and stand for long periods.
• Must be able to operate and monitor computerized equipment and interpret data.

Responsibilities

• Follow and support all safety rules and regulations.
• Operates all automated packaging equipment.
• Operates Forklift.
• Reads and monitors electronic equipment and interprets the data to adjust, as necessary.
• Set up equipment, perform daily inspections, and make minor adjustments, as needed.
• Performs manual tasks such as hand stacking product, as necessary.
• Periodically weighs product packages to ensure consistency.
• Conduct quality testing on raw materials and final product.
• Generate necessary work orders and check completed maintenance work.
• Operate Verge processing equipment according to procedures and process parameters.

Skills

Safety compliance

Read and interpret data

Equipment operation

Forklift operation

Documentation & reporting

Teamwork

PPE usage

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Pre-employment tests (WPT, Quantitative, Verbal, BMCT, Computer Literacy)

Tools

AS400

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Job Overview

Reporting to a Lead Person, Packaging Supervisor, the Operator, Packaging- Automated operates in all areas of the packaging and Verge department a full range of automated Packaging equipment to package material for shipment, handles loading of trucks and necessary paperwork and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Follow and support all safety rules and regulations.
• Operates all automated equipment.
• Operates Forklift.
• Reads and monitors electronic equipment and interprets the data to adjust, as necessary.
• Set up equipment, perform daily inspections, and make minor adjustments, as needed.
• Performs manual tasks such as hand stacking product, as necessary.
• Periodically weighs product packages to insure consistency.
• Conduct quality testing on raw materials, “in process materials” and on final product.
• Generate necessary work orders and check completed maintenance work.
• Propose changes leading to improvements in safety, quality, operations, and cost.
• Operate Verge processing equipment according to operating procedures and within process parameters. This includes pin mixer(s), extruder(s), spherometer(s), fluid bed dryers, coolers, screens, baghouses, and scrubbers.
• Load trucks and rail cars.
• Inspects supplies such as jugs, boxes, and pallets to ensure usable quality.
• Prepares daily reports, as necessary.
• Handles daily computing.
• Perform general plant clean-up and keeps work area clean and free of clutter.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Pass the pre-employment tests at required results (WPT, Quantitative, verbal, BMCT and Computer Literacy).

Skills & Abilities

• Must be able to read, comprehend, and act on product specifications, SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures), PWI (Process Work Instructions), AIQ processes, and similar documents.
• Must be able to read and monitor electronic equipment and interpret the data
• Must be able to understand all safety requirements and other communications.
• Must be able to visually differentiate between assorted products and be able to hear warning alarms.
• Must be able to use computer programs, such as, AS400, Outlook Word and Excel.
• Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently—duration of shift if necessary.
• Bending, reaching, twisting, stooping, walking, and climbing stairways and ladders frequently.
• Must be able to climb ladders up to 110 feet.
• Must be able to talk and hear radio communications as well as phone.
• Must be able to function in the required role while wearing appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) including, but not limited to: Safety glasses, hearing protection, dust mask, protective coveralls, and pother as may be required by a hot/cold, dusty, loud industrial environment.