Packaging Operator I

The Hillman Group; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hillman Group is seeking a Packaging Operator I for the 3rd shift (Mon-Thurs, 8:00 PM - 6:30 AM). You will package a variety of products to customer specs, perform quality checks, and complete paperwork accurately.

We value punctuality, safety, and attention to detail. You will work in a fast-paced environment, loading machines, labeling, boxing, and participating in safety programs as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math accurately.
• Attention to safety and quality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Review Work Orders to determine packaging requirements.
• Visually inspect product for defects and transfer defective items.
• Manually weigh and count product.
• Load product into packaging machines and monitor operation.
• Unload and visually inspect packaged product for quality.
• Place packaged product into boxes and apply labels.
• Accurately complete departmental paperwork.
• Duties may change with or without notice.

Skills

Punctuality

Quality

Productivity

Safety

Reading/Writing/Math

Mechanical Aptitude

Verbal & Written Instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Position: Packaging Operator I

Schedule: 3rd Shift - Monday - Thursday - 8:00 PM - 6:30 AM (based on business needs and job completions which could include overtime both during the week and on weekends)

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

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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