Packaging Line Worker (M-F 3pm-11pm) (48395)

Raining Rose Inc.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Cedar Rapids is seeking a packaging operator responsible for operating packaging machines and ensuring product quality. The role involves training new employees and adhering to safety and quality standards. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and strong communication skills, with a focus on teamwork and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Entry level mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and operate packaging and labeling equipment.
• Assist with training new employees and temporary workers.
• Recommend process improvements for increased efficiencies.

Skills

Communication

Detail oriented

Team player

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Mathematical aptitude

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Raining Rose - Cedar Rapids, IA

Salary Range: $15.60 - $16.45 Hourly

Description

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for working on packaging machine lines in accordance with procedures and guidelines and is responsible for filling, securing, and labeling containers according to company and/or customer specifications. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following)

• Safely load and operate packaging and labeling equipment to specifications
• Proficient at inner casing, master packing, loading cards and blisters
• Understand lot coding processes and can verify lot code on product
• Assist with training new employees and temporary workers
• Understand quality expectations per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions
• Recommend process improvements for increased efficiencies
• Display and promote company values (ASPIRE: Attitude, Safety, Passion, Integrity, Relationship, and Evolve)
• Firm understanding and compliance with company’s Good Manufacturing Practices and Safe Practices
• Regular attendance
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Good written and verbal communication skills with prevalent professional demeanor
• High ethical standards
• Ability to work in a fast paced, rapidly changing, and regulated environment
• Detail oriented
• Ability to identify problems when they arise and notify appropriate personnel
• Team player
• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new approaches
• Entry level mechanical aptitude
• Entry level troubleshooting skills on minor equipment issues
• Mathematical aptitude
• Strong understanding of weights and measures

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma/GED required
• Knowledge of GMPs, OSHA rules and regulations preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sit an average of less than 1 hour per day
• Stand an average of 6 to 7 hours per day
• Walk an average of 1 to 2 hours per day
• Required Movements:
  • Bend/Stoop: Frequently (5 to 24 times per hour)
  • Reach above shoulder level: Occasionally (1 to 4 times per hour)
  • Pushing: Occasionally (1 to 4 times per hour)
• Weight Carried:
  • Up to 10 lbs: Constant (Greater than 25 times per hour)
  • 11 to 30 lbs: Occasionally (1 to 4 times per hour)
  • 31 to 50 lbs: Occasionally (1 to 4 times per hour)
• Weight Lifted:
  • Up to 10 lbs: Constant (Greater than 25 times per hour)
  • 11 to 30 lbs: Frequently (5 to 24 times per hour)
  • 31 to 50 lbs: Frequently (5 to 24 times per hour)
• Hands Used for Repetitive Action:
  • Simple/light grasping (both hands): Constant (Greater than 25 times per hour)
  • Firm/strong grasping (both hands): Frequently (5 to 24 times per hour)
  • Fine dexterity (both hands): Constant (Greater than 25 times per hour)
• Job requires being around moving machinery and equipment
• Job requires wearing personal protective equipment as necessary
• Personal Protective Equipment Required:
  • Safety glasses when in required areas and when working with cleaning solvents
  • Nitrile gloves when in contact with raw material or finished product, or when specified