Packaging Technician I

Blount Fine Foods Corp.; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401k with Company match

Paid time off

Education Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Discounts on Blount products

Job summary

Blount Fine Foods Corp. is seeking a production equipment operator to ensure continuous, trouble-free running of Lidder Machines, Palletizers, and Label Spoolers within Cup Pack.

You will read the daily production schedule, communicate with clerks and management about material needs, and diagnose issues to minimize downtime. The role requires reading blueprints or schedules, basic math, and the ability to operate Walkie Stackers after proper training.

Qualifications

• One-year certificate from college or technical school or 4–6 years related experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in packaging or production is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand daily production schedule.
• Communicate with Data Clerks and Management about materials and machine issues.
• Diagnose issues to clear jams and bring machines back online.
• Operate and adjust Lidder, Palletizer, and Label Spooler machinery as trained.
• Maintain basic inventory and ensure correct labeling and splicing.

Skills

Reading production schedules

Communication with data clerks/manager

Machine troubleshooting

Palletizing

Basic math

Walkie stacker operation

Education

One-year certificate

4–6 years related experience

Tools

Lidder Machine

Palletizer Machine

Label Spooler

Job description

B ringing our love of food to families for five generations! Blount Fine Foods is a family-owned and operated manufacturer, marketer, and developer of premium fresh prepared foods. We are an engaging team, bringing restaurant-quality products to America including single-serve grab-n-go fresh soups, mac & cheese, and entrées in grocery stores across the country, as well as for hot bars and restaurants. Help us create the finest food experiences including those with specialty certifications that include organic, gluten‑free, and low sodium, among others. Join a proven team for growth, success, and a satisfying career!

The pay range for this job is $16.00 to $16.40 per hour.

Summary Responsible for the continuous and “trouble free” running of Lidder Machines, Palletizer Machines, or Label Spooler incorporated within the Cup Pack out processing department.

Lidder Machine

Primary Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include the following. Other responsibilities w/ similar skill and work conditions as assigned.

• Ability to read and understand daily production schedule
• Communicate with Data Clerks and Management about necessary materials and machine malfunctions
• Notify management when running low on materials
• Ability to diagnose issues within the machine, to clear out cup jams and breakdowns, understand how to reset, rehome, and jog machine
• Responsible for learning all aspects of Lidder Machine, with the ability to teach others key primary adjustments
• Ability to identify product variation to set up machinery in a timely manner.

Primary Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include the following. Other responsibilities w/ similar skill and work conditions as assigned.

• Ability to read and understand daily production schedule
• Communicate with Data Clerks and Management about necessary materials and machine malfunctions
• Ability to hand palletize, follow pallet configurations, monitor number of pallets
• Understanding basic math and have clear handwriting
• Ability to diagnose issues within the Palletizer machine, to clear out cup jams and breakdowns, understand how to use the screen and g et machine back up and running
• Responsible for learning all aspects of Palletizer Machine, with the ability to teach others key primary adjustments
• Ability to identify product variation to set up machinery in a timely manner.
• Capable of operating Walkie Stack after proper training and certifications

Label Spooler

Primary Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include the following. Other responsibilities w/ similar skill and work conditions as assigned.

• Ability to read and understand daily production schedule
• Communicate with Data Clerks and Management about necessary materials and machine malfunctions
• Picking, receiving, returning of all labels to appropriate departments
• Daily/Weekly Cycle Count Inventory
• Inventory Variance Reporting to appropriate Supervisor
• Label Rewind and splicing with appropriate paperwork completion
• Production Support as needed
• Daily updating of label control spreadsheets
• Daily Processing of materials within inventory software.

Education and/or Experience:

One year certificate from college or technical school; or four to six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Our Total Compensation Package Includes:

• Medical, dental and vision benefits.
• 401k with Company match.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time and holidays.
• Education Assistance Program.
• Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
• Discounts on Blount products at Company retail location.