Packaging Lead Operator – Line & Training Focus

ID Logistics US; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

ID Logistics US is seeking a Packaging Technician for our on-site 1st shift to blend finished kibble into correct packaging mixes while performing preventative maintenance and training others. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, quality checks, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards.

You will operate Big Bag and Small Bag Lines, manage packaging materials, and use GUI blending systems to ensure efficient production.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in MS Office; good data entry and computer skills.
• Ability to communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the total operation of any combination of the following unit operations.
• Performing all quality checks, maintaining conformance reports and systems logs, troubleshooting all aspects of each system, maintaining area in a clean, orderly manner
• Big Bag Line operation- operate a big bag line from bunkers through stretch wrapper to schedule, do changeovers, troubleshoot lines, understand complete operation of the GUI for operating blending systems for packaging lines.
• Small Bag Line operation- operate a small bag line from bunkers through stretch wrappers to schedule, do changeovers, troubleshoot lines, understand complete operation of the GUI for operating blending systems for packaging lines
• Packaging Flex - Provides packaging materials to lines as needed. Stage materials for shift. Return unused materials to storage after run is complete. Perform all JDA functions as required.
• Understand all families produced and identify each kibble for each family
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment that promotes associate safety and product integrity.
• Improve operations through individual and group problem solving and provide leadership in solving problems on the floor and in meetings.
• Promote high quality team environment through effective teamwork and self-management with a positive attitude.
• Perform preventative maintenance and downtime maintenance of area equipment and help make incremental improvements.
• Help train other area associates as needed in all aspects of operations such as line operation, palletizers, MIS systems, SQC, PC's, HAACP, CCP and repair of equipment.
• Responsible for communicating and escalating any quality and food safety concerns to site management.
• Participate in setting strategy for the packaging system to ensure meeting or exceeding production schedule in the most efficient manner possible.
• Troubleshoot packaging system to optimize performance and take corrective action to ensure product quality while minimizing unnecessary downtime.
• Assist maintenance and engineering to improve and upgrade current systems and equipment and provide input on new projects.
• Assist Research and Development in new packaging systems and improving current ones.
• Prepare and maintain SOP's and training modules.
• Assist Warehouse/Shipping functions as needed and available
• Participate in site safety programs and actively look for ways to improve site and are safety
• Other similar duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Data entry

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

ID Logistics US is seeking a Packaging Technician for our on-site 1st shift to blend finished kibble into correct packaging mixes while performing preventative maintenance and training others. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, quality checks, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards.

You will operate Big Bag and Small Bag Lines, manage packaging materials, and use GUI blending systems to ensure efficient production.