Palletizing & Packaging Operator - 1st Shift

Finlays Solutions; Gonzales (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Finlays Solutions is hiring a Downline Operator for 1st shift to ensure proper stacking of pallets, replenishment of materials, and rigorous cleanliness in a fluctuating warehouse environment. The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds and adherence to GMPs and safety procedures.

Candidates must be able to stand for long periods, follow SOPs, and work weekends/overtime as needed. English proficiency and basic math are essential, with a high school diploma or GED (or 2 years of manufacturing

Qualifications

• Read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
• Basic math: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, weights and measures, calculator.
• Knowledge of basic computer/control systems.
• Ability to communicate both written and orally within the organization.
• Basic knowledge of food processing and food safety.
• Team oriented and positive work environment.
• Ability to manage time efficiently under changing demands.
• Ability to accurately follow verbal and written instructions.
• High school diploma or GED, and/or 2 years of manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Palletizing finished goods for storage.
• Staging and organizing packaging materials for downline operations: trays, glue, labels etc.
• Assist line Drivers with operating cardboard baler machine.
• Responsible for disposing of downline waste: cardboard, pallet bands, label webbing rolls etc.
• Maintains case coder operation: setting/changing dates, code placement, cleanliness, installing Ink cartridges/canisters as needed.
• Clearing case and carton jams, basic machine faults and resetting lane counts in tray packer.
• Responsible for allocating all packaging materials before, during and after each Production run: trays, labels etc.
• Responsible for loading correct Materials into tray packer: trays and glue.
• Responsible for changing/installing label rolls and making minor label delay adjustments as needed.
• Verifies all product lot numbers, case codes and SKUs are correct before and during each Production run.
• Maintains great communication with all Departments.
• Required to assist with cleaning machines before, after and during each production run as necessary to maintain cleanliness and proper operation.
• Responsible for maintaining appropriate, detailed documentation, including entering detailed information of loss time production into RedZone.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment to ensure employee safety, product integrity and efficiency.

Skills

English literacy

Basic math

Computer/controls

Communication

Food safety

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

2 years manufacturing experience

Job description

Finlays Solutions is hiring a Downline Operator for 1st shift to ensure proper stacking of pallets, replenishment of materials, and rigorous cleanliness in a fluctuating warehouse environment. The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds and adherence to GMPs and safety procedures.

Candidates must be able to stand for long periods, follow SOPs, and work weekends/overtime as needed. English proficiency and basic math are essential, with a high school diploma or GED (or 2 years of manufacturing