Packaging Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Overview

Shift: 1st shift - Tuesday through Friday 4:55am-3:05pm

Description The Pouch Machine Operator (PMO) will report directly to the Hamilton Flexible Packaging Manager and will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating pouch machines to ensure the highest quality flexible packaging for our customers. The PMO will set up tooling in the machine (side seals, punches, etc.) and run the pouch machine to produce pouches at dimensions from customer approved template.

The PMO will also be required to cross train on Lamination & Slitting equipment.

• Set up and operate the pouch machine and support equipment to form pouches of printed and clear laminated flexible films.
• Check quality at set-up and during the manufacturing process. Ensure quality checks, tests, and procedures are carried out as required during production runs.
• Sign-off on measurements for each dimension of the pouch at set-up as well as testing seal strength & die line approval. Perform periodic checks during production of the same elements.
• Perform minor maintenance to machines and various equipment.
• Use hand tools effectively and appropriately.
• Read job tickets for information related to the set up and operation of the production order. Understand job specifications to ensure finished pouches meet required expectations.
• Identify defects found in the material and communicate with the packer to cull affected pouches.
• Responsible for quality control of pouches. Make machine adjustments as required quickly to minimize material and time waste.
• Operate within the standard operating procedures.
• Ensure equipment is running with all safety equipment operational in a safe condition.
• Perform other duties as assigned in the Flexible Packaging Cell on other pieces of equipment.
• Must follow and adhere to outlined GMP procedures related to direct food contact packaging.

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Previous Pouch Converting industry experience is a plus.
• Must be able to stand for most of the shift.
• Must be able to perform well under deadline constraints.
• Must be detail oriented and have excellent, quality driven work habits.
• Previous machine operation experience is a plus.
• Must have mechanical ability and be able to troubleshoot mechanical issues.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull finished rolls up to 50 lbs.
• Must be a team player and work well with others.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Knowledge of measuring tools.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stoop, bend, kneel, lift, and reach; regularly required to stand for 8 hours; regularly required to lift up to 50 lbs.; regularly push and pull skids of product using a pallet jack;

occasionally required to reach above shoulder height to remove items from shelving units. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Benefit will be available on the 1st of the month after 60 days of employment
• Benefit will be available after 90 days of employment

• 10 paid holidays
• Starting 2 weeks’ vacation at an accrued rate
• Paid sick/personal days
• Teladoc – Telemedicine*
• Life insurance*
• Long term disability insurance*
• Employee assistance program (EAP)*

• Dental*
• Vision*
• 401(k) – first of the month after 90 days of employment – auto-enroll at 3%
• Short term disability*
• Voluntary life insurance*
• Flexible spending account – health care and/or dependent care*
• Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and accident insurance*

• Medical*

Brook & Whittle Ltd. is one of North America’s leading Sustainable Labeling Solutions providers, producing pressure sensitive labels, shrink sleeves and flexible packaging for many of the nation’s leading brands. The company serves multiple consumer markets, including Personal Care, Beverage, Food, Nutraceuticals, Wine & Spirits, and…