Packaging Associate​/Machine Operator

Location and Shifts

Packaging Associate/Machine Operator – Independence, MO (Union)

Shift details:

• A Shift: 7:00 am-7:30 pm (Sun, Mon, Tues and every other Weds)
• B Shift: 7:00 am-7:30 pm (Thurs, Fri, Sat and every other Weds)
• C Shift: 7:00 pm-7:30 am (Sun, Mon, Tues and every other Weds)
• D Shift: 7:00 pm-7:30 am (Thurs, Fri, Sat and every other Weds)

Pay: $25.48 hourly with an additional $0.50 – $1.00 shift differential for C/D shifts.

• Medical, Dental, & Vision plans
• 401K matching
• Unilever’s Employee Share Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Leaves
• Monthly Bonus Payouts
• Uniforms and PPE provided
• $750 employee referral bonus payments
• Safety shoe subsidy, prescription safety glasses discount, etc.
• Onsite company store for employees to purchase Unilever products at a discount

Knorr believes that wholesome, nutritious food should be accessible and affordable to all. That’s why we’re on a journey to ensure all Americans can eat healthy meals they feel good about by creating high-quality products, offering simple chef-developed recipes, or supporting organizations and initiatives that provide access to healthy foods.

• Operate Bartelt, SN & Jones machine(s), including peripheral fillers, possibly operating two machines simultaneously.
• Maintain quality and quantity of pouches as set by Quality Assurance and Packaging Production Standards.
• Perform weight and quality checks every 15 minutes to 1 hour to ensure ingredient fills are maintained within standards.
• Check ingredient and total pouch weights; adjust controls as required to ensure adherence to standards.
• Clear jams on the machine as required.
• Perform certain mechanical adjustments on packaging lines.
• Retrieve packaging material from the forward pick area and load onto machine.
• Use computer to retrieve changeover information and settings.
• Report machine malfunctions (mechanical/electrical) to mechanic, electrician or supervisor.
• Update all related Line KPI information and graphs as required.

• Minimum of two (2) years of recent and continuous employment in a high‑speed manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read, write and understand English.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Flexibility to work off‑shift, including 12‑hour night/day shifts, overtime and weekends.
• Employment is subject to verification of pre‑screening tests, including drug screening, physical and background check.
• Any coverage for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and governing documents.

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