GCC Packaging Technician

Overview

Minerals Technologies Inc. is a global, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a wide range of minerals and mineral-based products and services.

Our products are an essential part of everyday life for millions of people around the world. They are used in consumer goods in paper and packaging, food and pharmaceuticals, household and personal care, pet care, automotives, and many more, as well as in industrial settings like steelmaking, metal casting, construction, infrastructure, and wastewater remediation.

We are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MTX, headquartered in New York City, and have over 150 locations worldwide, with ~4,000 employees in 34 countries and 12 R&D centers.

We put people at the center of everything we do -- working safely, communicating openly, and managing our resources and businesses responsibly.

Company:
Specialty Minerals Inc., a Minerals Technologies company, is the largest supplier and global leader in providing Precipitated Calcium Carbonate (PCC) and Ground Calcium Carbonate (GCC) specially designed for customers' application needs.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
• Health/Dental/Vision plans
• 401k company match
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Educational Assistance
• Employee Assistance Plan

Position: GCC Packaging Technician

Location: Adams, Massachusetts

Pay Rate: $27.38/hour

This is considered a safety sensitive position therefore will be subject to random drug testing as required.

Job Summary

The GCC Packaging Technician is responsible for packaging limestone products in accordance with customer specifications and quality standards, operating packaging and material handling equipment, loading finished products for shipment, and processing shipping transactions through company systems and established operating procedures.

Manual Packaging and Semi-Bulk Operations

• Perform equipment startup and shutdown activities in accordance with established procedures.
• Conduct pre-shift inspections and equipment checks as required by MSHA and company safety standards.
• Operate packers and semi-bulk packaging systems, making adjustments to maintain product quality and accurate bag weights.
• Operate support equipment, including sack compressors, Tennant sweepers, and Hi-Vac systems.
• Fill LP gas cylinders in accordance with established safety procedures and operating standards.

Material Handling and Shipping

• Perform equipment startup, shutdown, and required safety inspections.
• Review shipping orders and identify products for shipment.
• Receive, unload, and properly store packaging materials.
• Load packaged products onto flatbed and enclosed trailers according to approved loading patterns, customer requirements, and safety standards.
• Prepare and ship products in compliance with customer specifications and company procedures.
• Complete all shipping documentation accurately and timely.

Palletizer Operations

• Perform startup, shutdown, and inspection procedures for palletizing equipment.
• Configure palletizers, bag applicators, printers, and related systems to customer specifications.
• Calibrate metal detection equipment at the beginning of each shift.
• Verify proper operation of check-weighing systems and utilize the Vorne production monitoring system.
• Operate and monitor palletizing equipment, making adjustments as needed to ensure product quality and packaging integrity.

Henschel Operations

• Follow established startup, shutdown, and inspection procedures.
• Operate the Henschel system through the Honeywell control platform.
• Perform lubrication and routine operator maintenance activities in accordance with standard work procedures.

Henschel Cleaning and Sanitation

• Lock out and tag out equipment in accordance with company safety procedures.
• Inspect equipment to identify required cleaning areas and filter maintenance needs.
• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble equipment using appropriate tools and approved procedures.
• Restart the system and conduct test runs following cleaning activities.
• Complete all required cleaning and maintenance documentation.

Equipment Troubleshooting

Palletizer Troubleshooting

• Utilize system controls and visual inspections to diagnose operational issues.
• Perform minor repairs within the scope of operator responsibilities.
• Initiate work orders and assist maintenance personnel when advanced repairs are required.

Henschel Troubleshooting

• Analyze system performance using computerized controls and visual inspections.
• Perform minor corrective maintenance and adjustments.
• Submit work requests and support maintenance personnel in resolving equipment issues.

Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement

• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including:
• 5S
• Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
• Daily Management Systems
• Standard Work
• Problem-Solving Activities
• Lean Manufacturing Initiatives

General Responsibilities

• Record labor, production, and operational data accurately.
• Enter shipment and…