Paint Packaging Technician - Hands-on Machine Operator

RPM SPG; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Rust-Oleum Corporation is seeking a Filler/Helper in Hagerstown, MD to operate and tend packaging machines, ensuring safe, efficient production. You will monitor quality, adjust tensions, and manage packaging flow while maintaining accuracy in data entry and communications with the team.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to lift up to 75 pounds. Prior related experience is preferred but not mandatory, with a focus on safety and adherence to process standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• 1+ years experience of industry-related work preferred but not required.
• Ability to accurately read and enter computer data.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to consistently lift 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Observe machine operations to ensure quality and conformity of filled or packaged products to standards.
• Adjust machine components and machine tension and pressure according to size or processing angle of product.
• Tend to or operate machines that package product.
• Remove finished packaged items from machine and separate rejected items.
• Regulate machine flow, speed, or temperature.
• Stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report malfunctions to a supervisor.
• Secure finished packaged items by hand tying, sewing, gluing, stapling, or attaching fastener.
• Stock and sort product for packaging or filling machine operation, and replenish packaging supplies, such as wrapping paper, plastic sheet, boxes, cartons, glue, ink, or labels.
• Inspect and remove defective products and packaging material.
• Clean and remove damaged or otherwise inferior materials to prepare raw products for processing.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Ability to read and enter data

Education

High school diploma or GED certificate

Job description

Rust-Oleum Corporation is seeking a Filler/Helper in Hagerstown, MD to operate and tend packaging machines, ensuring safe, efficient production. You will monitor quality, adjust tensions, and manage packaging flow while maintaining accuracy in data entry and communications with the team.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to lift up to 75 pounds. Prior related experience is preferred but not mandatory, with a focus on safety and adherence to process standards.