Packaging Operator-Black Shift-Nights

Alphia; Bern (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Alphia is seeking a packaging technician to maintain quality and operate packaging equipment on assigned lines in a manufacturing facility. You will perform packaging, QA data entry, line clean-up, and ensure FIFO and HACCP compliance, while coordinating with Maintenance for improvements.

The role requires adherence to GMPs, SOPs, and safety protocols, with opportunities for training and certification in lockout/tagout and forklift operations.

Qualifications

• Basic math and percentage calculations.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and monitoring.
• Willingness to work in a team and meet group goals.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Clear verbal and written communication; ability to radio.
• Ability to obtain Alphia Lock Out / Tag Out certification.
• Ability to obtain Alphia forklift certification.
• Ability to multi-task across packaging tasks.

Responsibilities

• Package products in bags, boxes, or bulk containers; label and stack on pallets.
• Stack bags weighing up to 50 lb from waist to shoulder height onto pallets.
• Inspect finished product to maintain quality of packaging.
• Ensure bags, wraps, seals, boxes, and pallets meet quality standards.
• Participate in facility equipment clean-up between runs.
• Maintain FIFO program adherence.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot packaging equipment (Bemis 1/2, Parsons, Jem lines, pallets, forklifts, wrappers, scales, metal detectors, belts, labelers).
• Enter QA data into IQS and monitor HACCP in-process.
• Assist with product changeover, cleaning, sanitation; inspections before start-up.
• Collect product samples for release testing; complete required paperwork.
• Verify metal detectors and magnets in area of responsibility.
• Communicate quality concerns to Packaging Lead or Supervisor.
• Participate in first article inspection to ensure food safety and quality.
• Proficiency in Alphia Business Systems (JDE, IQS).
• Troubleshoot and coordinate with Maintenance for line improvements.
• Perform operator-level preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Train and cross-train plant personnel and new hires.
• Maintain safe, clean work area and follow GMP/SOP/JSA procedures.

Skills

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Team environment

Independent work

Effective communication

Positive instruction

Lock Out/Tag Out certification

Forklift certification

Multi-tasking

Job description

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE:

Maintain quality and operate packaging equipment and perform all packaging activities associated with assigned line.

Description Of Essential Duties

• Package products in bags, boxes, or bulk containers; label and stack on pallets


• Stack bags of product weighing up to 50# from between waist and shoulder height to a pallet between knee and shoulder height.


• Maintain product and packaging quality through visually inspecting finished product.


• Ensure product, bags, wraps, seals, boxes, and pallets meet quality standards.


• Participates in full facility equipment clean-up between runs, as directed.


• Accountable for maintaining and sustaining FIFO program.


• Set up, operate, and perform basic trouble shooting of packaging equipment, to include but no limited to: Bemis 1, Bemis 2, Parsons, Jem lines, Palletizers, forklifts, stretch wrappers, scales, metal detectors, belts, control panels, labelers, coders, case erectors, trash compactors.


• Perform QA duties as necessary, to include but not limited to: Enter data collected from routine checks into IQS software.


• Know and monitor HACCP compliance in-Process.


• Assist with product changeover, cleaning, and sanitation; perform inspections required before product start-up.


• Collect finished product samples for product release testing.


• Perform verification checks of metal detectors and magnets in area of responsibility as specified in Quality Checkpoints.


• Immediately communicate Quality concerns to Packaging Lead or Supervisor.


• Participate in the 1st article of inspection to ensure food safety and quality.


• Must complete required paperwork accurately and completely, including simple production reports.


• Proficiency in Alphia Business Systems (i.e., JDE, IQS, etc.) as it applies to the position.


• Anticipate technical problems and (when appropriate) proactively troubleshoot and make technical adjustments and/or notify Maintenance.


• Perform operator-level preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.


• Work with Maintenance and Supervisor to identify potential line improvements.


• Responsible for technical training/coaching and cross training other plant personnel and new hires.


• Acknowledge and adhere to the requirement to work only in job-specific designated area.


• Accountable for personal safety, behavior, and performance.


• Responsible for maintaining a clean and organized work area and leaving a clean and organized work area for the following shift.


• Responsible for following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and Job Safety Analyses (JSA’s), as well as following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).


• Required to notify a supervisor or a lead employee of any situation or observation that may adversely affect food safety and/or quality

Competencies And Skills

• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, and percentages.


• Basic computer skills.


• Willing to work in a team environment and contribute to group goals.


• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.


• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, in written form, and via radio.


• Ability to receive and provide instructions in a positive manner.


• Ability to obtain Alphia Lock Out / Tag Out certification.


• Ability to obtain Alphia forklift certification.


• Ability to multi-task.

Alphia is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.