Packaging Operator (Night Shift, $23.00 Hourly Starting Pay (Shift Premium Included))

Schreiber Foods; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

8% 401k match

Bonus pay

PTO

Childcare assistance

Wellness incentive

LSA

Tuition reimbursement

Benefits from day one

Partners Helping Partners

Job summary

Schreiber Foods in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a fulltime night-shift Packaging Operator to run a consistent 6:45 pm – 7:00 am rotating schedule. You will safely operate packaging equipment, troubleshoot, and maintain a clean, organized work area to meet production goals.

This role offers day-one benefits, an 8% company 401(k) match via the ESOP, and opportunities for incentive pay twice yearly, PTO from day one, childcare assistance, wellness incentives, tuition reimbursement, and a supportive

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum one year on a production/packaging line.
• Minimum one year in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
• Forklift certification required.
• Lockout Tagout (LOTO) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate packaging equipment and machinery.
• Perform troubleshooting and predictive maintenance inspections, as well as minor repairs as needed.
• Maintain working area as clean, organized, and free of standing water.
• Closely monitor packaging quality, make necessary adjustments and communicate changes.
• Keep detailed records and document changes made to the machine during the shift.
• Perform set-up activities such as mechanical assembly and loading packaging materials.
• Responsible for cleaning packaging equipment and related areas regularly.
• Meet production needs and minimize product shrink and downtime.
• Maintain consumables levels and participate in shift exchanges and team meetings.
• Identify CCPs and follow GMPs and safety SOPs for chemicals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Problem solving

Customer oriented

Communication skills

Math skills

Basic computer skills

Data entry ability

Professional demeanor

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Forklift certification

LOTO certification

Job description

Job Description

• Pay Starts at $22.75 an hour
• All benefits start day 1 of employment
• 8% company 401k match

Job Category

Manufacturing & Operations

Job Family

Machine Operations

Work Shift

Nights (United States of America)

Job Description

This is a fulltime night shift position working on a consistent 6:45 pm - 7:00 am rotating schedule.

• Pay Starts at $22.75 an hour
• $1 night shift premium & $1 weekend premium
• All benefits start day 1 of employment
• 8% company 401k match

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate packaging equipment and machinery.
• Perform troubleshooting and predictive maintenance inspections, as well as minor repairs as needed.
• Maintain working area as clean (free of floor debris), organized, and free of standing water.
• Closely monitor packaging quality, make necessary adjustments and communicate changes.
• Keep detailed records and document changes made to the machine during the shift.
• Perform set-up activities such as mechanical assembly as well as loading of packaging materials, such as caps, corrugate and inner cartons.
• Responsible for detailed cleaning activities in all packaging equipment as well as other areas of the plant on a regular basis; this can occasionally mean entire shifts of cleaning duties.
• Consistently meet production needs and goals while making efforts to minimize product shrink and downtime.
• Maintain levels of glue, lubrication, ink and other consumables as needed.
• Maintain proper levels of consumables in correct locations in work area.
• Actively participate in shift exchanges and work team meetings.
• Able to identify Critical Control Points (CCP).
• Follow Good Lab Practices and safety SOP’s regarding proper labeling and use of chemicals.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• This position may provide limited work direction to Case Stackers.
• Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Separate liquid product waste from packaging waste and properly dispose of.
• This position requires the ability to work with dairy and nut products in addition to other related ingredients and allergens.
• Safety Protocol
• Stop any observed unsafe acts, and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
• Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
• Support safety policies and programs.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Experience

• Minimum one (1) year of experience running a production/packaging line is preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.

Certification/Licensure

• Ability to be forklift and pallet jack certified.
• Ability to be Lockout Tagout (LOTO) certified.

Skills Required

• Demonstrate attention to detail in work.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to solve problems by adapting knowledge and experience.
• Dedication to meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; acts with customers in mind.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues.
• Basic math plus fractions, decimals and percentages, as well as rates and ratios.
• Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information.
• Able to exchange basic informational data (fill out forms/checklists, copy data from one record to another, etc.).
• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.

Eligible partners will receive

Eligible partners will receive

• Get not one, but TWO retirement benefits. When you join our employee-owned company, you’ll be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one. That means in addition to an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, Schreiber will contribute an extra amount toward your retirement every year.
• Earn bonus pay. You’ll have an opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when we meet our company goals.
• Personal Time Off (PTO) starting on day one.
• Childcare costs. Get up to $5,000 annually to help you with the cost of childcare. Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters.
• Earn extra money for taking care of yourself. Eligible partners can earn a Wellness Incentive and receive an employer‑funded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) to use on fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.
• Pursue development that’s relevant to your role, career goals and the company. Plus, we offer tuition reimbursement if you want to further your education to grow in your role at Schreiber.
• Get access to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, pet and mental health benefits starting day one.
• Experience caring like you’ve never experienced it before. We have a program that’s completely organized by and for other partners who need extra help. It’s called Partners Helping Partners.
• Benefits that support your whole life. Visit Schreiber – Care for you to see everything Schreiber offers to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future.

Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.