Packaging Technician

Ravago; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Mays Chemical, a Ravago company, is seeking a Packaging Technician to join the Greenwood facility. The selected candidate will report to the Production Manager and support packaging operations, quality checks, and sanitation tasks.

Responsibilities include following food safety standards, performing sampling, and ensuring accurate batch records and inventory accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in warehouse or production environment preferred.
• Experience handling chemical/hazardous materials is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follow food safety, quality, and cGMP procedures under GFSI guidelines.
• Execute pre/post-production sampling and repackaging/blending tasks.
• Ensure equipment is set up and running to meet production plans.
• Inspect containers for specifications, cleanliness, and conditions.
• Perform line clearances and complete batch records per procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of equipment and rooms.
• Assist in inbound receiving and QA checks before shipment.
• Participate in cycle counts and maintain accurate documentation.
• Work independently and with supervision to complete duties.

Skills

Forklift operation

Slip sheet loading

Pallet inverters

Drum snatchers

Lifting 50 lbs

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Scissor lift

Powered industrial equipment

Job description

Mays Chemical, a Ravago company, is seeking a Packaging Technician to work in the Greenwood facility. The selected candidate will report to the Production Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Practice the principals of food safety, quality, and continuous improvement under the GFSI guidelines and follow established cGMP practices
• Execute pre/post-production sampling plans as required by established procedures
• Perform repackaging/blending operations
• Ensure equipment is set-up and properly running in order to execute production plans
• Inspect containers prior to packaging to ensure they meet established specifications, cleanliness, and conditions
• Perform the necessary line clearances as required by procedures
• Accurately complete batch record files. Follow document control procedures
• Display careful handling in the repackaging of products and containers
• Perform cleaning and sanitation processes of production equipment and rooms
• Review and completes inbound receiving transactions
• Perform quality assurance checks of processed orders prior to shipment
• Participate in periodic cycle counts
• Work independently and demonstrates initiative and hard work
• Successfully interact, communicate, and work with supervisors and personnel
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management
• Perform janitorial and maintenance tasks as required by supervisor, including minor daily or weekly housekeeping
• Perform tasks accurately with a sense of orderliness and timeliness while paying attention to detail

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED, HSE) required
• Previous experience working in warehouse and/or production environment required
• Previous experience handling chemical/hazardous materials and operating powered industrial. equipment (forklift, scissor lift, etc.) preferred

Knowledge and Skills:

• Able to operate forklifts, slip sheet loaders, pallet inverters and drum snatchers
• Able to lift 50 lbs. independently, and 100 lbs. with assistance
• Able to work in both Shipping/Receiving and Production Rooms and perform general maintenance to keep work areas clean, organized, and efficient
• Able to follow instructions and work both collaboratively and independently
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and efficiency; maintaining a fast workflow while minimizing errors
• Follow safety and quality control procedures to ensure product integrity
• Comfortable with standing, walking, and repetitive tasks throughout the shift
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work well in a team-oriented setting