Packaging Operator

Overview

Run mechanical hoppers and grinding operations, including routine cleaning of equipment.

• Receive packaging supplies into storage area.
• Inspect all packaging supplies for defects and reject any unsatisfactory material. Maintain record of inspections and rejections.
• Fill packages to desired weight and check weigh each package.
• Carefully clean all packages.
• Sample final product packages according to SOP and deliver samples to QC/QA.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in packaging area, including cleaning work areas following packaging each lot.
• Move containers and carts containing multiple packages from one area of operation to another.
• Maintain quarantine and approved areas for material.
• Prepare shipments and load material for orders.
• Prepare samples for customers.
• Work safely in all activities. Follow all plant safety policies and procedures. Encourage fellow employees in maintaining safe operations and a safe workplace. Report and help to correct any violations of plant safety policies.
• Follow all plant security policies. Always protect confidential company information.
• Assist in the training of new employees.
• Participate in ongoing training programs as directed by supervision.
• Participate in investigation of any process deviations, upsets, or unintended events as requested by supervision.
• Maintain production records in MES system.
• Scan all finished product movement in MES system.
• Print and distribute Bill of Ladings according to SOP.
• Inspect, accept/reject trucks and trailers for CGMP compliance.
• Perform cycle count and physical inventories as scheduled.
• Back fill for Utility Operator and Receiving Operator positions as needed, see the appropriate job descriptions for the details.
• Work overtime as needed to maintain plant operations.

• Emotional Empathy
• Positive Attitude
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Flexibility / Adaptability
• Interpersonal Skills