Packaging Plant Operator

Portfolio Business:
Huber Engineered Materials

J.M. Huber Corporation is one of the largest privately held, family-owned companies in the United States. Established in 1883, we are a diversified, global supplier of specialty and commodity chemicals, hydrocolloid solutions, engineered wood products and natural resources to customers spanning a wide variety of industries. With approximately $3 billion in sales and 4,000 employees worldwide, we have a material presence in more than 20 countries.

A Packaging Plant Operator is responsible for following the Plant Schedule and ensuring the packaged product meets plant order requirements and product falls within the specifications outlined in the Production Sampling and Lab Testing Guidelines – DP409001. Packaging Plant Operator reports to the Packaging Complex Production Supervisor. This is a 2nd Shift position 2:30p - 10:30p.

Responsible for leading your shift and helping others out where needed to get production out. Responsible for maintaining compliance with the Mandatory Minimum Standards Required, within your sphere of influence. This may or may not include compliance with any air permits, wastewater permits, storm water permits, or other rules presented as requirements.

Potentially Significant EH&S Impact(s):
In charge of monitoring equipment for visible emissions, shutting down equipment with visible emissions and reporting emissions to the area coordinator. Deal with petroleum spills properly.

• Receives instruction from Packaging Complex Coordinator and/or Lead Person as to the amount and type of product to be packaged as outlined by the daily work order sheets.
• Performs start up of palletizing and packing equipment.
• Visually inspects equipment throughout the shift.
• Performs necessary adjustments and changes such as:
  • Changing pallet patterns
  • Changing pallet types
  • Stretch wrapping
  • Set up printing equipment (Lot and customer codes)
  • Recharges bag magazine
• Sends samples of packaging product to Lab as required.
• Dumps non-conforming product, restocks product, and codes bags as needed.
• Performs recommended preventative maintenance.
• Prepares required daily packaging reports and logs.
• Diagnoses and corrects facility operations problems with assistance of Packaging Complex Coordinator and Maintenance personnel.
• Directs, assists, and performs duties of other Packaging Plant personnel as needed.
• Employees must learn and observe all applicable company policies and safe practices and perform all duties assigned by supervisor. This description covers the significant duties of the job but may not include occasional assignments which would be within the evaluation of this job.
• Knowledgeable of the ISO quality system as required to ensure compliance to the ISO 9001 quality standard.
• Follows FSMA guidelines in the daily production of product.
• Assists with loading trucks: ensures paperwork is completed correctly, lot numbers are accurate, pallets are neat and undamaged, and Van trucks are inspected per FSMA and non‑FSMA procedures.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be qualified to operate a forklift.
• Class B CDL license preferred.
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow safety policy manuals, MSHA regulations, SOP’s, SDS, and various production schedules/reports.

• Works in all inside and outside areas of the plant and is exposed to heat, cold, inclement weather, noise, vibrations, grease, oil, crushed and ground limestone spillage and somewhat dirty conditions.
• Requires ability to climb stationary ladders up to at least 60 feet.
• Must be able to repetitively lift 50 pounds and occasionally move 50 pounds.
• Must be able to frequently stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, and crawl.
• Must be able to work in a dusty environment where temperatures vary from extremely hot to cold, work in humidity and around various chemicals.
• Frequent operation of forklifts for moving raw and finished materials is required.
• Frequently requires cleanup of limestone spillage, including sweeping and shoveling material.

J.M. Huber Corporation complies with all local/state regulations requiring salary range transparency. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as an applicant's skills, performance, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations.

Packaging Plant Operator: $26.96 - $29.65

In addition to base compensation, individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and profit‑sharing payout. Huber also offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package as detailed on the Huber Benefits Hub. Our employees are our strongest asset, and their safety, health, and well‑being is our highest priority.

J.M. Huber Corporation is an EEO employer. Pre‑employment drug screening is required.