Packaging Machine Operator 1 (Day Shift) Pasco, WA

Simplot Company; Pasco (WA); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings plan

10 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Relocation Assistance Program

Education Assistance

Benefits details available at simplotb

Job summary

Simplot Company in Pasco, WA seeks a Packaging Machine Operator on day shift to tend, maintain, and adjust packaging equipment for bags of finished product. You will monitor line performance, log run data, and ensure safety and quality on the bagging line.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and 1+ years of related experience with scale, packaging, and bagging equipment. Benefits and relocation assistance may apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years related experience and/or training.
• Experience with scale, packaging, and bagger machines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain startup and continuous operation of packaging equipment.
• Operate and adjust packaging machinery including belts, shakers, scales, case packers, sealers, and coders.
• Obtain daily work schedules and complete work orders per SOPs.
• Ensure packaging equipment functions according to specifications.
• Prepare packaging machines prior to product runs and log run information.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Perform sanitation work as assigned.

Skills

Packaging equipment operation

Scale operation

Bagger machines

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Packaging Machine Operator 1 (Day Shift) Pasco, WA

The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

The Packaging Operator tends, maintains, and adjust machine that stock, fill, wrap, seal and label bags with finished product. This individual ensures that product and bagging requirements are met safely, efficiently and with minimal waste. The Packaging Operator inspects bagging line processes and materials and responds promptly to any machine malfunctions.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintains the start up and continuous operation of packaging equipment while maintaining efficiencies and assists the department in meeting or exceeding daily packaging goals
• Operate and adjust all equipment from cold inspection through the glue deck, including: belts, shakers, scale equipment, packaging machines, case packers, case settlers, case sealers, case glue systems, and coders to ensure product is efficiently packaged according to product specifications
• Obtains daily work schedules and completes work orders based on standard operating procedures
• Ensures packaging equipment functions according to specifications
• Prepares packaging machines prior to product run including cleaning and adjusting
• Logs information from each run
• Maintains safe and clean working environment
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Perform sanitation work as assigned by Supervisory and Lead personnel.

Typical Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

• 1+ years related experience and/or training
• Experience with Scale, Packaging, and bagger machines. (Required)

Travel Required: None

Country: United States

Wage range or rate of pay: $23.62/HR The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

Attractive total rewards package that includes:

• 401(k) savings plan
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (where applicable)
• Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable)
• Education Assistance (where applicable)
• Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com

**The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.**