Packaging Associate/Machine Operator

Unilever; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401K Matching

Employee Share Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Leave

Bonus Payouts

Uniforms and PPE

Referral Bonus $750

Shoe subsidy

Onsite store

Career advancement

Job summary

Unilever's Knorr packaging team in Independence, MO is hiring a Packaging Associate/Machine Operator to operate Bartelt and SN&Jones lines and oversee pouch quality per QA standards.

You will perform weight checks every 15 minutes, adjust machine controls, clear jams, load packaging materials, and monitor line KPIs using computer systems. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and willingness to work 12‑hour shifts, nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Two years of continuous experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read, write and understand English.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Flexibility to work 12-hour shifts, including nights, days, overtime and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate Bartelt and SN&Jones machines (may run two machines) and monitor for malfunctions.
• Maintain pouch quality and quantity per QA standards and packaging specs.
• Perform weight and quality checks every 15 minutes or hourly as required.
• Adjust controls to meet weight/quality standards.
• Clears jams and performs mechanical adjustments on packaging lines.
• Load packaging material and retrieve changeover information from the computer.
• Report malfunctions to maintenance or supervisor.
• Update line KPI information and graphs as required.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Mechanical aptitude

English literacy

Reading and writing English

Tools

Bartelt machine

SN&Jones machine

Job description

Packaging Associate/Machine Operator

Location of Job: Independence, MO (Union)

A Shift: 7:00 am- 7:30 pm (Sun, Mon, Tues and every other Weds)

B Shift: 7:00 am- 7:30 pm (Thurs, Fri, Sat and every other Weds)

C Shift: 7:00 pm- 7:30 am (Sun, Mon, Tues and every other Weds)

D Shift: 7:00 pm- 7:30 am (Thurs, Fri, Sat and every other Weds)

Pay Rate – $25.48 with an additional $0.50 - $1.00 shift differential for the C/D shift assignments | Weekly pay periods

Benefit Overview

These are direct hires, full time position with a full benefits package -

• *Medical, Dental, & Vision plans
• 401K Matching
• Unilever’s Employee Share Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Leaves
• Monthly Bonus Payouts
• Uniforms and PPE provided
• $750 employee referral bonus payments
• Safety shoe subsidy, prescription safety glasses discount, etc.
• Onsite company store for employees to purchase Unilever products at a discount
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Background & Purpose of the Job

Knorr believes that wholesome, nutritious food should be accessible and affordable to all. That’s why we’re on a journey to ensure all Americans can eat healthy meals they feel good about by creating high-quality products, offering simple chef-developed recipes, or supporting organizations and initiatives that provide access to healthy foods, Knorr remains committed to its long history of making good food available to everyone.

What You'll Do

• Operates Bartelt, SN& Jones machine(s) including peripheral fillers, (may operate two machines simultaneously) keeping watch for any malfunctions.
• Is responsible for maintaining quality and quantity of pouches as set by Quality Assurance and by Packaging Production Standards.
• Performs weight and quality checks every 15 minutes or hour depending on the line to ensure ingredient fills are maintained within standards.
• Checks ingredient and total pouch weights and adjusts the controls as required to ensure adherence to standards.
• Clear jams on machine as required.
• Performs certain mechanical adjustments on Packaging lines.
• Retrieve packaging material from forward pick area within the room and loads onto machine.
• Uses computer to retrieve changeover information and settings.
• Reports machine malfunction (mechanical/electrical) to mechanic, electrician or supervisor.
• Updates all related Line KPI information and graphs as required.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Minimum of two (2) years recent and continuousemployment in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
• Must have strong troubleshooting skillsandmechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to read, write and understand English.
• Must be able to lift-up to 50 lbs.
• Must be flexible to work off-shift, to include 12-hour night/day shift, overtime and weekends.

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, physical and background check.

*Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

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