Packaging Operator 2nd Shift

ingredients PLUS; Lakeville (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the packaging industry is seeking a Packaging Operator for the 2nd shift in Lakeville, NY. The role involves loading and unloading products, operating packaging equipment, and adhering to safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and strong communication skills, with a commitment to safety and teamwork. This full-time position offers competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Affordable Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Boot allowance twice per year

2 Weeks Paid Time Off

10 paid company holidays

Free basic life insurance up to $150,000

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong safety performance and communication skills.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures and lift up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload finished products and raw materials.
• Operate packaging equipment and forklifts.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Strong safety performance

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Power/air tools

Job description

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Base pay range

$20.00/hr - $20.00/hr

Summary

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Packaging Operator will be responsible for loading and unloading finished products and raw materials for customer's use, operating packaging equipment, as well as other assigned duties. This position is Monday through Friday 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Follows and complies with all appropriate company safety rules and regulations, including but not limited to OSHA, and any and all local, state, or federal agencies to ensure a healthy and safe work environment
• Follows all appropriate safety procedures while loading, and unloading product
• Unload dry sugar railcars for our automated bagging system for 50# and 100 # bags
• Load finished product onto van trailers
• Operate forklift, tractors, trailers and/or moving railcars using hand jack or forklift
• Prepares work orders for major maintenance or repairs to equipment
• Ability to recognize emergency situations and implement appropriate responses
• May be required to work flexible hours and be able to work Monday thru Sunday, if needed
• Clean and maintain assigned work areas
• Turn off equipment when not in use
• Immediately report any vehicle or equipment defects, accidents, injuries, and vehicle or equipment damage
• Immediately complete all required accident or incident reports
• Assist in cleaning and repairing tasks
• Use of all types of hand tools (I.E.: railcar bars, railcar vibrator, pneumatic railcar gate opener, shovels, wrenches, etc.)
• Operates power/air tools and equipment (I.E.: rail car bar, fork lift, etc.)
• Performs other duties may be assigned
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong safety performance and value for safety
• Knowledge of equipment operation and use of tools
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Flexibility in accepting change and an attitude of continuous improvement
• Able to wear protective gear correctly during the work day
• Proper handling of food grade chemicals
• Strong attendance record
• Willingness and ability to work afternoon and evening shifts, and weekends
• Willing to work in a fast-paced environment
  
  

Required Education And Experience

• High school diploma or GED and/or equivalent in job related experience.
  
  

Work environment and physical demands

• Ability to work in extreme temperatures
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds routinely
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders, and walk long distances
• Ability to stand, crouch, kneel, and sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend, stretch, and twist
• Ability to reach, push, pull, grasp
  
  

Compensation

We offer the following to support you and your family

• $20.00 per hour plus $2.00 per hour shift differential when actively working 2nd or 3rd shift
• Direct deposit paid weekly
• Boot allowance twice per year
• Personal protective equipment provided
• Affordable Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance plans-Eligible 1st day of month following date of hire.
• Free health savings account employer contribution
• Competitive 401(k) Match-Fully vested from date of hire!
• 2 Weeks Paid Time Off
• 10 paid company holidays
• Free basic life insurance up to $150,000
• Free employer paid Short-term and Long-term disability coverages
• Employee Assistance Programs
• and more!
  
  

Travel required

• The home office for this role is indicated at the top of this job description. Travel to other Ingredients Plus locations may be required as business needs arise.
  
  

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

Ingredients Plus is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability and military or veteran status. In addition, Ingredients Plus complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it maintains facilities. Ingredients Plus also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Architecture and Planning

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