Packaging Operator - Night Shift

Infrapipes; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safe work environment

Learning and growth in manufacturing

Competitive compensation & benefits

Shift-based schedule with overtime

Job summary

Infra Pipes is seeking a Packaging Operator in Albuquerque, NM to maintain HDPE pipe quality throughout manufacturing and packaging. You will monitor the process, inspect markings, build reels, and ensure reels are prepared for startup.

The role includes assisting extrusion techs, maintaining a clean workspace, and timely inventory paperwork. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, 1–2 years of relevant experience, and the ability to perform basic math.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years of experience performing the essential functions listed above.
• Ability to perform simple math (add, subtract, multiply, divide) and take measurements.
• Must have a valid driver's license and vehicle insurance.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with little supervision and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and checks product during manufacturing to meet order requirements.
• Monitors print and footage markings; makes corrections as needed.
• Ensures continuous stripe where required and correct quality standards.
• Builds reels to size specifications using reel components.
• Places reels onto the coiler and ensures reels are in good condition.
• Operators transports finished product into inventory with forklift.
• Assists extrusion tech in line start-ups and maintains clean work area.
• Completes line operations paperwork for inventory accuracy.

Skills

Forklift operation

Strong communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Attention to safety

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Packaging Operator is responsible for maintaining the quality of the extruded (HDPE pipe) product throughout the manufacturing and packaging process.

Key Responsibilities

• Operator monitors and checks product during manufacturing process to meets the order requirements.
• Monitors print and footage markings. Makes corrections as needed.
• Monitors for continuous stripe (if required).
• Knows and understands the quality requirements for all products being produced.
• Makes corrections as needed to meet order specifications and informs the line supervisor before making the necessary adjustments.
• Uses reel components to build reels to size specifications.
• Places the correct reel onto the coiler and prepare for startup. Reel must be in good physical condition.
• Ensures wraps on reels are correct and neat.
• Cuts conduit, ties-off and caps conduit when each reel is complete.
• Removes reel from the coiler using a forklift and transports the finished product into inventory.
• Grinds material scrap as it is produced and stacks scrap.
• Assists the extrusion tech in line start-ups.
• Maintains a neat and orderly work area.
• Assists other packaging specialist in cutting conduit, tie-offs, and reel changes.
• Follows all safety requirements for this position and all company safety guidelines.
• Completes appropriate line operations paperwork to ensure accurate inventory transactions.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or GED
• 1-2 years of experience performing the essential functions listed above
• Ability to perform simple math including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide and take measurements.
• Ability to drive a forklift.
• Must display very good organization and time management skills
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with many types of personalities
• Must have sound judgment and discretional skills and be able to work with little supervision
• Must be able to consistently work under pressure and simultaneously prioritize multiple projects
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English
• Must have a clean driving record and a valid, current driver's license and vehicle insurance

Required Competencies:

• Communication - Clearly conveys information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.
• Contributing to Team Success - Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals.
• Customer Focus - Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers’ and own organization’s needs.
• Collaboration - Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining good working relationships.
• Quality Orientation - Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time
• Safety Awareness - Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards.
• Stress Tolerance - Maintaining stable performance under pressure or opposition (such as time pressure or job ambiguity); handling stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and to the organization.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Walk, sit, stand, climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, or hear.
• Use hands for repetitive motions, equipment handling, and keyboarding.
• Visual abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color distinction, and focus adjustment.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance and up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Work in moderate to high noise environments and varying indoor/outdoor conditions including heat, cold, humidity, dust, fumes, vibration, and moving machinery.
• Required to wear appropriate PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, reflective clothing, and safety boots.

We Offer

• A safe, team-oriented work environment.
• Opportunities for learning and growth in manufacturing.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Shift-based schedule with overtime opportunities.

Company Overview

Infra Pipes has over 60 years of experience specializing in the design, manufacture, and custom fabrication of engineered polyethylene systems for water, wastewater, and stormwater management applications. We provide full-service engineering support and custom solutions to meet project-specific requirements across North America.

Benefits

Infra Pipes offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental coverage, retirement savings, paid time off, tuition and professional development assistance, and eligibility for incentive compensation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Infra Pipes is an equal-opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, provincial, or local law.

Assistance

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please submit a request through the application system.

Right to Work

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. For U.S.-based roles, Infra Pipes participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.