Packaging Operator

Diamond Pet Company; Rushville (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Diamond Pet Company seeks a Packaging Operator to proficiently run packing lines, calibrate, changeover, and ensure accurate weight and quality for orders. You will setup equipment, monitor performance, perform basic troubleshooting, and maintain GMP. Overtime is mandatory and safety is paramount.

The role requires standing, lifting up to 50 lbs, and forklift operation on a fast-paced food facility floor. Indoor work near noisy equipment with PPE required; team-centered, safety-conscious

Qualifications

• Experience operating packaging/packing lines is preferred.
• Ability to read and follow SOPs and work instructions.
• Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate packing line machinery to fill shift orders.
• Perform routine adjustments and changeovers for different bag configurations.
• Apply tags, run QC checks, and ensure GMP compliance.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and report hazards.
• Communicate production status to oncoming shift personnel.
• Maintain safe, clean work area and participate in team cleanup.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Stamina

Read SOPs

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Packaging Operator is to be proficient in every aspect of properly operating various packing machines on lines to weight accurate fill specified orders at the highest reasonable speed. The Operator maintains quality, operates equipment, and performs all associated processing activities. They will set up, calibrate, operate, monitor, and perform basic trouble shooting of packaging equipment to meet product requirements. Ensure required changeovers are completed accurately and efficiently. Perform QC duties as necessary. Accountable for personal safety, behavior, and performance. Participate in a full facility and equipment clean up as directed.

Work is primarily performed indoors near operating equipment and loud noise, such as forklift horns and loose particles may be present. Work performed in this job requires employees to wear a bump cap, hearing protection, safety shoes/boots and safety glasses always.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• As directed and trained, operate packing line machinery as directed to fill shift orders.
• Operate and perform routine adjustments and changeover functions. Specific examples would be adjustments for different bag configuration, to meet orders and load pallets, ensuing pallet centering based on bag package parameters.
• Operate printer and apply proper tags as trained.
• Perform and comply with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Perform product fill, seal, and stack configurations.
• Keep bags, pallets and cardboard available for proper stacking always.
• Troubleshoot minor bagging and package operating problems.
• Repair any damaged pallets or bags before shift is over.
• Communicate production status to oncoming shift personnel.
• Maintain communication with maintenance personnel on major machine issues.
• Working overtime is MANDATORY and requires full participation.
• Operate a forklift to move material on the premises in a safe professional manner.
• Maintain Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) in accordance with company policy.
• Perform all functions in accordance with sound safety practices and procedures.
• Report all safety violations and safety hazards to Shift Supervisor immediately.
• Be an employee champion who will maintain a strong and positive working relationship with all employees with the utmost integrity, confidentiality, and ethical values.

Additional Job Functions:

• Assist in maintaining a positive team environment and good working relationship by maintaining a positive attitude toward all Diamond team members, vendors, and customers.
• Participate effectively in a team atmosphere by modeling and promoting conflict resolution, diversity, ethical practices, and organizational citizenship.
• Responsible for other duties as deemed necessary by Management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be computer literate.
• Must have ability to accept temporary assignment changes to assist other areas of the plant.
• Must be able to take directions, work efficiently and safely.
• Must be able to stand, sit, and walk for long periods including on a catwalk. (Standing/ Walking 75-100% of shift)
• Must be capable of lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds routinely. (Up to 50% of shift)
• Must be capable of overhead work and manual dexterity for manipulating or moving objects.
• Must be able to climb both stairs and ladders up to a high elevation. (Up to 20% of shift)
• Must be able to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, grasp, squat, reach, and crawl. (Combined up to 25% of shift)
• Must be able to operate a forklift. (Up to 10% of shift)
• Responsible for communicating production status to oncoming shift personnel.
• Must work in a safe, professional manner always.
• Must report any accidents, property damage, or near misses to a supervisor immediately.
• Must be willing to/have availability to work any shift (day or night shift).
• Ability to work independently without immediate direction or oversight. Self-motivated with a high degree of initiative and integrity.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, to effectively communicate in a professional manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills (communication, listening, team player, cooperative, approachable).

Education & Experience Recommendations:

• Packaging experience at a food processing facility preferred.