Packaging Line Lead: Quality & Efficiency

Idaho Pacific Holdings; Rigby (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Idaho Pacific Holdings is seeking an Agglomerate Line Operator to ensure products meet specifications and quality standards on the production line. You will oversee line operations, train staff, and assist with troubleshooting to maintain high-quality, cost-effective output.

The role requires monitoring weights, date codes, and packaging data while maintaining clear documentation and following safety protocols. Weekend/overtime work is required in a fast-paced plant environment.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience or background preferred.
• Ability to give instruction and teach others regarding packaging and equipment operation.
• Ability to complete paperwork and reports; basic math skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge and understanding of the responsibilities for each position and equipment function on the agglomerate line.
• Check scales and tote weights at the beginning and during each shift; every two hours check the tote per pallet and record in appropriate location.
• Identify and remove defective products or materials.
• Communicate with other shifts and/or departments regarding potential problems, product needing blended, line changes, etc.
• Record all packaging information on packaging reports, and all changes or problems in the Shift Paperwork. Records must be legible, accurate, and complete, in English.
• Responsible for housekeeping and general appearance of Agglomerate and Packaging areas.
• Check at the start of each shift and during product changes that totes, date code stickers, etc. are correct for the product being packaged.
• Work cautiously around moving parts and equipment, adhere to LOTO safety, confined space policies and use good safety practices at all times.
• Timely completion of the check-out list and reports.
• Good knowledge of date codes, and appropriate locations for Pallet tickets
• Knowledge of product grade limits, and steps taken to correct out of spec product
• Familiarity with chemicals used in the cleaning and sanitizing process.
• Accurately mix ingredients and record ingredient usage.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures, including machine shut-down, employee evacuation procedures, and contacts for crisis or medical / first aide.
• Keep Agglomerate lead and Packaging Manager informed of progress and/or problems.
• Completes other duties as necessary.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Safety consciousness

Recordkeeping and math

Education

High School diploma/equivalent

Job description

Idaho Pacific Holdings is seeking an Agglomerate Line Operator to ensure products meet specifications and quality standards on the production line. You will oversee line operations, train staff, and assist with troubleshooting to maintain high-quality, cost-effective output.

The role requires monitoring weights, date codes, and packaging data while maintaining clear documentation and following safety protocols. Weekend/overtime work is required in a fast-paced plant environment.