Packaging Operator - Nights

Packaging Operator – 1 (Memphis, TN)

We currently have an opportunity for a Packaging Operator – 1 at our Memphis, TN facility.

• Understand and comply with all workplace health and safety requirements, company policies and procedures and general workplace rules
• Participate in the day to day health and safety program by working in a safe manner at all times:
  • Always using the required personal protective equipment
  • Ensuring that authorized work is completed safely
  • Utilizing required controls to prevent risk of exposure to hazards
  • Participating actively in incident investigations, training, and other health and safety initiatives
• Reporting all unsafe acts and conditions and all incidents, near misses and workplace injuries/illnesses as per company procedure
• Capacity operating the filler/capper and one or multiple of packer, palletizer, labeler, case erector or de-palletizer. May assist with change overs
• Operate various production and packaging related equipment to support plant production. This includes performing the necessary physical activity for purposes of operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment on the production lines
• Operate, monitor and troubleshoot automated packaging and related equipment such as case erector, bottle filler and packaging box filler in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ensure quality standards are met through samples at required intervals and perform related actions
• Set up equipment for production and ensure all necessary materials are available, replenish as needed per production requirements
• Perform visual inspections of production and document results
• Determine and report malfunctions to the appropriate parties
• Operate and monitor all packaging and related equipment and control systems
• Ensure each process is operated within the given range of parameters
• Complete all logs and related paperwork in a timely, accurate and professional manner
• Assist in basic preventative maintenance procedures of equipment and basic general housekeeping standards
• Regular preventative maintenance as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule and overtime when needed
• Able to read, write, and communicate effectively
• Understand instruction and follow direction
• Work primarily in a warm to hot environment
• Knowledge of LEDS system is a plus
• Previous experience within a high-speed industrial environment and / or knowledge of industrial technology a plus
• Must have the ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds, reach above head height, squat, kneel, bend and reach
• Must have the ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Maintain clean and safe work area at all time
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures
• High School diploma or GED required