Packaging Operator 1 (Crew A) Ontario, OR

Simplot Company; Ontario (OR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Simplot Company in Ontario, US (GF Plant) is seeking a Packaging Operator to run and support packaging lines. You will perform start-up, operation, and shutdown procedures, ensure sanitation and safety standards, and assist in equipment changeovers and maintenance tasks.

The role requires a High school diploma or GED and 3+ years of related experience. Overtime is common, and the position is full-time, with a 6:00am–6:00pm shift. Must be able to work around soy, wheat, and dairy products.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years related experience and/or training preferred.
• Must demonstrate qualification through a job skill evaluation (math, fractions, basic mechanical principles).
• Must read, understand, and communicate in a job context.
• Must have basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety, quality, food safety, sanitation and GMPs.
• Provide troubleshooting, repair and support on packaging equipment and systems.
• Operate and monitor equipment within the assigned area.
• Observe and diagnose machine malfunctions and determine adjustments or repairs.
• Perform quality checks and sampling.
• Perform changeovers on packaging equipment.
• Create work orders for downtime or equipment issues.
• Assist maintenance for preventative maintenance tasks.
• Ensure packaging area is kept sanitary and materials are available.
• Assist in training other plant personnel.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Troubleshooting

Basic computer skills

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

One year certificate from a college or technical school

3+ years related experience and/or training

Job description

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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

This position is responsible for the operation, sanitation, troubleshooting and repair of all packaging equipment from the distribution deck to the track. This position will break, cover vacancies, and train employees in all Packaging Operator positions to ensure that all packaging area equipment and people are able to package products in an efficient manner consistent with customer, quality assurance, and packaging goals and expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain Company standards for safety, quality, food safety, sanitation and GMPs.
• Provide troubleshooting, repair and support on the equipment, instrumentation systems and supporting equipment including most mechanical, some electrical and some electronic aspects.
• Operate and monitor equipment within the assigned area.
• Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs. This includes operating equipment to verify operational efficiency.
• Perform required quality checks and sampling.
• Perform changeovers on all packaging equipment.
• Create work orders for equipment needing work during downtime or is not operating correctly.
• Demonstrate the ability to work with maintenance to perform preventative maintenance.
• Ensure packaging equipment and immediate area is maintained in a food sanitary manner daily and during major cleanup, which meets company standards.
• Ensure packaging materials are always readily available.
• Additional accountabilities as may be required by management be handled in a manner necessary while representing the company.
• Will assist in training other plant personnel.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Typical Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

3+ years related experience and/or training

Qualifications

• One year certificate from a college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must demonstrate qualification through a job skill evaluation (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, conversion of fractions, decimals, and percentages, and basic mechanical principles).
• Must be able to read, understand, and communicate in a manner to successfully perform the job duties.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces.
• Must have manual dexterity in both hands.

Other Information

Shift: 6:00am-6:00pm

Pay: $21.48/hourly

Must be able to work around and consume products containing soy, wheat, and dairy.

Overtime in this position is common and may be required to meet operational needs.

No relocation assistance offered for this role.

Full-time position.

Job Requisition ID:27626

Travel Required:None

Location(s):GF Plant - Ontario

Country:United States

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.