Packaging Machine Operator - 3rd Shift (11:00pm - 7:00am)

Campbell Soup Company; Hanover, Northern (York County, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

401k

Wellness program

Job summary

Campbell Soup Company in Hanover, PA seeks a Salty Packaging Machine Operator to ensure safe, efficient operation of packaging machinery and a steady product flow to lines. You will make minor adjustments, troubleshoot, and maintain records while adhering to safety and quality standards.

The role requires reading schedules, printing labels, setting up machines, and performing preventative maintenance. Flexible overtime may be required; teamwork and attention to detail are essential to sustain

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is preferred, but not required.
• 1 year production experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, but not required.
• Ability to read and follow production schedules and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Maintains shift documentation (i.e., Metal Detector and Batch Verifications).
• Reads production schedule and plans accordingly.
• Operates and monitors packaging machinery for continuous production.
• Performs minor machine adjustments and preventative maintenance.
• Ensures packaging quality through weight checks and seal integrity.

Skills

Read production schedule

Interpret MicroStrategy

Operate packaging equipment

Troubleshooting

Quality inspection

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Packaging machinery

Metal Detector

Label printers

Job description

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover. Swanson, and V8. Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

The Salty Packaging Machine Operator, under general supervision, is responsible for the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of packaging machinery while maintaining continuous flow of product to the packaging lines. Responsibilities include making minor adjustments to the machinery to achieve the correct product, troubleshooting, maintenance of machinery, and record keeping.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains shift documentation (i.e., Metal Detector and Batch Order Verifications)
• Reads production schedule and plans accordingly.
• Reads and interprets schedule in MicroStrategy.
• Able to print labels on different printers, choosing correct program for each printer; move eye and clean printers.
• Perform nitrogen testing.
• Efficiently maintains the operation of packaging machinery by monitoring codes, dates, and prices.
• Maintains an adequate supply of roll stock and ensures all packaging materials are available for each machine.
• Set up and write new programs for bag makers.
• Writes and/or edits machine micro logic as needed to maintain an efficient and low waste operation.
• Creating and modifying code dates.
• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Sets up and makes minor scale repairs and adjustments.
• Perform span calibration and/or adjustments on scales, adjust scales linkages so it opens and shuts correctly, make minor adjustments to formers.
• Efficiently operates packaging equipment which may include case sealers and robot cells. This includes but is not limited to machine setups, troubleshooting, changeovers, proper running, procedural adjustments, sanitation cleanup, preventative maintenance, and shutdown.
• Properly plans ahead for machine changeovers and efficiently changing from one product item to another.
• Monitors and adjusts each machine to ensure proper cut off film and bags have proper end seals and back seals as required.
• Ensures machines are running at standard speeds.
• Monitors product appearance and adheres to weight control program.
• Performs bag weight checks every 20 minutes and inspects for quality issues.
• Able to run bagger, scales, counting conveyor, seal checker, weight check, case packers, and other auxiliary equipment as needed.
• Identifies and resolves packaged product quality issues.
• Properly accounts for product run off and handles this product; accordingly, sorts through and reworks all good product.
• Keeps machines and work areas clean, wipes packaging machines off and blows down area when required to do so.
• Immediately reports any maintenance problems to appropriate technician and/or supervisor.
• Practices and adheres to appropriate safety and hygiene guidelines/procedures for safe housekeeping and personal protection.
• Stores supplies in designated areas.
• Keeps work area aisles/exits clear and free from obstruction; removes trash from work area floor.
• Follows instructions for safe lifting/carrying of various sizes, shapes, and weights; identifies/reports issues with equipment; reports all job-related injuries to supervision.
• May provide leadership and direction to packers.
• May be qualified to perform as Back-up Packaging Coordinator, or other technical/skilled position.
• If applicable, may monitor and replenish seasoning on overhead to ensure proper seasoning coverage on product.
• Mandatory overtime may be required.
• May perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB

• Education: High School Diploma or GED is preferred, but not required.
• Experience: 1-year production experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, but not required.

PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sitting: Seldom
• Driving: Seldom
• Standing: Continuously
• Walking: Frequently
• Using hands: Continuously
• Climbing: Occasionally
• Squatting/Kneeling: Frequently
• Talking/Hearing: Continuously
• Two Handed Carry: Frequently
• Reaching: Continuously
• Pushing: Continuously
• Pulling: Continuously
• Overhead Work Standing: Frequently
• Ladder Climbing: Occasionally
• Repetitive Twisting Standing: Frequently
• Fine motor Skills/Manipulation: Continuously
• Bending: Continuously
• Vison (Far, Near, Peripheral, and Depth Perception): Continuously
• Follow Directions and Routines: Frequently
• Concentrate, Memorize, and Recall: Frequently
• Analyze Data: Occasionally
• Problem Solving: Frequently
• Work Independently with Appropriate Judgment: Frequently
• Read, Write, Comprehend Numbers and Words: Frequently
• Lift/Carry/Push Weight: Up to 10 lbs.: Continuously
• Up to 25 lbs.: Frequently
• Up to 50 lbs.: Frequently
• Up to 100 lbs.: Occasionally (must be with assistance)
• More than 100 lbs.: Seldom (must be with assistance)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The starting rate for this full-time, hourly position is $25.50 Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation.

In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.