Packaging Operator - 3rd Shift

Rust-Oleum; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Packaging Operator to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for packaging paint and related products, ensuring quality and efficiency in a fast-paced environment. Your expertise in operating automated packaging equipment and your commitment to safety will be key to maintaining the high standards of this innovative company. With a rich history of problem-solving and creativity, you will contribute to the legacy of producing cutting-edge protective paints and coatings. If you are ready to make an impact and thrive in a collaborative atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; strong communication and math skills needed.
• Ability to operate automated packaging equipment and lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect products for quality and packaging accuracy.
• Operate and adjust packaging machines for optimal performance.
• Monitor equipment and perform preventative maintenance.

Skills

Communication Skills

Basic Math Skills

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Ability to Lift 50 lbs

Forklift Operation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Automated Packaging Equipment

Forklift

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

As our Packaging Operator you will package paint and related products by operating, setting up, adjusting, and performing QC checks while tending to machines and hand fills to package paint in a safe, consistent, and efficient manner according to specifications.

Here's what you can expect every day:

1. Inspect and examine products for quality, packaging accuracy, conformance to specifications, and external defects.
2. Push buttons, turn handles, or move controls and levers to start and control packaging machines.
3. Change over equipment, adjust equipment, or otherwise adjust machines to improve equipment performance and quality, using knobs, hand wheels, and/or hand tools.
4. Set and adjust speed, temperature, product flow, and positions and tolerances of equipment.
5. Examine job orders to determine details such as quantities to be filled, production times, stock specifications, BOM's, and SKU sequences.
6. Monitor filling equipment to maintain specified operating levels and to detect malfunctions, making adjustments as necessary.
7. Operate equipment at most efficient speed to ensure proper quality and output.
8. Responsibility for the equipment performance, efficient changeovers, operation, and preventative maintenance.

Required Experience:

1. High school diploma or equivalent
2. Good communication, English, and basic math skills
3. Able to lift 50 lbs and work on a daily basis with hazardous materials safely
4. Ability to plan and organize work and complete work efficiently
5. Understand how to operate automated packaging equipment
6. Able to connect pumps and filter for hand packing
7. Operate a forklift

Additional Consideration Given to Those With:

1. Exposure to quality programs
2. Paint/Coatings/chemical industry knowledge or experience
3. Previous experience with safety programs