Packaging Technician: Lead Line Setup & Optimization

The Campbell's Company; Charlotte (NC); On-site; Full time

Job description

Job Summary

The Packaging Technician is responsible for providing assistance in duties related to keeping the line running smoothly. Leads direct activities for production focus on equipment and process.

Essential Job Duties

• Leads team in line setup and changeover of product, identify critical controls, and issues.
• Provides production run sheets to packaging machine operators to complete daily production run.
• Updates production system and/or case total board with completed case counts in order to communicate production goals to next shift.
• Maintains raw material inventory and communicates discrepancies as needed.
• Sets up and operates multiple machines in the packaging area.
• Assists with keeping the production line consistently operating and clear of jams.
• Responsible for basic troubleshooting and making minor adjustments as needed.
• Aids the operation of packaging machinery by troubleshooting issues with codes, dates and prices.
• Assists and/or submits maintenance work orders.
• Performs or assists with Preventative Maintenance (PM) as needed.
• Monitors and checks weights and product appearance as required.
• Maintains and leads GMP, PPE, safety, and quality policy compliance – by following and setting an example and validating employee compliance.
• Assists with communications to Quality Assurance on holds, changeovers, etc.
• Assist supervisor in completing daily line paperwork on KPIs.
• Reads and understands machine data.
• May assist Packaging Coordinator or Supervisor with training of new employees and operators on the line.
• If applicable, runs checks on metal detectors to ensure they are working properly.
• Keeps work area aisles/exits clear and free from obstruction; removes trash from work area floor.
• Supports and participates in Continuous Improvement initiatives including 5S (sort, set, shine, standardize, and sustain).
• Follows instructions for safe lifting/carrying of various sizes, shapes and weights; identifies/reports issues with equipment; reports all job-related injuries to supervision.
• May perform sanitation tasks as directed (including, but not limited to equipment washes which requires tear down and reassembly, seasoner cleanings, and wipeouts).
• Mandatory overtime may be required.
• May perform other duties as required.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Attention to detail, mechanical ability.
• Able to assist supervisor or packaging coordinator in leading team.
• Must have good solid Computer skills.
• Clearly express instructions and communications in talking and writing.
• Demonstrates ownership accountabilities.
• Demonstrate leadership.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Average (Add, subtraction, dividing, percentages, and fractions).
• All machines on-line (continuously).
• Mechanical aptitudes – preferred maintenance/production machine experience/knowledge.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED and/or 1-year production experience in a manufacturing environment required.

Professional Licenses or Certifications

Be able to obtain Lockout/Tag out Certification.

Physical Demands

Standing – Continuous; Walking – Frequent; Using hands – Continuous; Climbing – Occasional; Stooping/Kneeling – Frequent; Talking/Hearing – Continuous; Tasting/Smelling – Occasional; Two-Handed Carry – Frequent; Pushing – Frequent; Pulling – Frequent; Overhead Work – Frequent; Ladder Climbing – Frequent; Repetitive Twisting – Standing (Continuous), Sitting (Occasional); Hand Dexterity – Continuous; Bending – Continuous.

Weight: Up to 10–100 pounds – Continuous; More than 100 pounds – Occasional.

Work Environment

Indoor facility and outdoor weather conditions, dust, noise, heat/cold. Lighting – Good; Temperature – Good; Ventilation – Good; Vibration – Good; Noise – Good.

Benefits

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment.

Equal Opportunity

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.