Level 1 Packer Technician

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Visually inspects, selects, packages and labels products according to specifications.
• Positions and loads ware-trucks, racks, strings, etc., manually or by using assigned material handling equipment.
• Sets up, operates, adjusts and inspects semiautomatic and automatic packaging equipment, (including, but not limited to, stretch wrappers, baggers, shift/code printers, manual overwraps, bales, autobaggers, unitizers, retail packaging, conveying systems, etc.). Obtains schedule information from SAP.
• Performs packaging operations (including, but not limited to, palletizing, closing bags, wrapping bundles, etc.).
• Disposes of off-quality material, scrap and other debris.
• Reselects, repiles, relabels and/or repacks non-conforming finished goods.
• Operates reconditioning machine to salvage offware (including, but not limited to, feeding, packaging, weighing, etc.).
• Locates and Retrieves direct materials.  Takes inventory of direct and in-process materials.
• Assists Level 2 Packer and Group Leader.
• Operates manual and power operated walking material handling equipment.
• Notifies appropriate personnel of any equipment or quality problems and takes corrective actions within the scope of the job.
• Assists in oven cleanouts, rebuilds and other downtimes.
• Completes records and reports, (i.e., finished goods tallies, charts, etc.).
• Applies protective coatings to equipment, floors, etc.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The employee should hold the following abilities:

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English
• Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions
• Must have the ability to multi-task
• Must work well in team environment
• Must be able to secure and maintain fork lift drivers license

COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE COMPENTENCIES

The employee must be able to:

• Must be able to operate a computer

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

The employee should have the following:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent is required
• Possess valid forklift driver certification
• Must be a US citizen or have the right to work in the US
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be drug and alcohol free

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires:

• Exposure to temperature extremes
• Exposure to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortable
• Prolonged sitting or standing for 8 hour shifts (and/or rotating shifts)
• Repetitive movements
• Bending or twisting
• Handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls
• Lifting/carrying/moving up to 50 pounds
• Wearing respirator protection
• Regular attendance on site and the ability to work varying or rotating shifts
• Participates in the Safety and good housekeeping programs as established within the Plant