Packaging Operator I

The Hillman Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hillman Group is seeking a Packaging Operator for 1st shift work in our Cincinnati, OH area. The role involves packaging a variety of products per customer specifications, weighing and counting items, and ensuring quality through visual inspection and labeling.

Responsibilities include loading packaging machines, monitoring performance, and completing required paperwork. A high school diploma or GED is required, with safety and attention to detail emphasized in daily tasks.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and quality in a fast-paced environment.
• Safety procedures must be followed; report hazards to supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Review Work Orders to determine packaging requirements.
• Visually inspect product for defects and transfer defective items.
• Weigh and count products manually.
• Load products into packaging machines and monitor operation.
• Unload and inspect packaged product for quality compliance.
• Label boxes and complete departmental paperwork.

Skills

Attendance/Punctuality

Quality

Quantity

Safety

Reading/Writing/Math

Mechanical Aptitude

Verbal/Written Instructions

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Position

Packaging Operator

Schedule

1st Shift - Monday - Thursday - 530 AM - 400 PM (based on business needs and job completions which could include overtime both during the week and on weekends)

Base Rate

$15.25/Hour

Packaging a variety of products according to customer specifications.

Essential Job Functions *

• Reviews Work Orders to determine packaging requirements.
• Visually inspects product for defects and transfers defective items to the appropriate location.
• Manual weighing and counting of product.
• Loads product into packaging machines, Monitors machines for proper function.
• Unloads and visually inspects packaged product to ensure it meets quality standards.
• Places packaged product into boxes. Applies identification labels to boxes.
• Accurately completes departmental paperwork.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and health program activities including immediately reporting hazards, immediately reporting unsafe work practices and incidents to supervisors, wearing required personal protective equipment, and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Competencies – Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; maintains a clean and organized work environment.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.
• Safety - Observes all safety procedures and policies; Reports potentially unsafe conditions to supervisor; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Basic Reading, writing and math skills
• Good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Able to work accurately from verbal and written instructions

Operational Equipment

• N/A

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Work Environment

Packaging - Bagging Fast-paced up to 8 hrs/day. Exposure to loud noise. Functional vision and hearing required. May participate in HCP.

Physical Demands

Packaging - Hand Light, lifting up to 50 lbs.

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