Baler Machine Operator- Nights

Church & Dwight•Lakewood, NJ

About The Position

The Baler Machine Operator works as a participating member of a production line, following the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the position. The operator monitors production-line workflow and performance across safety, housekeeping, productivity, quality, profitability, and customer satisfaction. The position operates on the third shift, Sunday through Friday, from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM. The stated pay range is $22.95–$24.50 per hour, plus shift differential, and the position is bonus eligible. The operator runs at least one major piece of equipment on a packaging line, performs minor preventive maintenance, and supports mechanics or line technicians with planned maintenance. Duties also include safety and quality checks, clearing equipment jams, completing changeovers and sanitation, and using computer interface panels to operate equipment. The operator must follow SOPs, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Job Safety Analysis (JSA) safety procedures, and company policies and applicable New Jersey laws. The posting lists a high school diploma or GED as required in one section, but later says it is preferred and not required. Manufacturing experience is preferred but not required; packaging or manufacturing experience is also identified as preferred. The position offers medical, dental, and vision coverage; basic life insurance; paid vacation and sick time; paid parental leave; paid holidays and floating holidays; a 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing; and a discounted employee stock purchase plan.

Requirements

Able to communicate, write, and read English.
Ability to interact with employees at all levels and work as part of a team.
Ability to take and follow directions.
Basic math skills.
Attention to detail.
Basic computer skills.
Maintain a good safety record.
High school diploma or GED is listed as required in one section; another section says it is preferred but not required.
Manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a packaging or manufacturing environment.
High school diploma or GED, according to the section stating this qualification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Operate at least one major piece of equipment on a packaging line.
Monitor production-line performance and workflow related to safety, housekeeping, productivity, quality, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
Conduct minor preventive maintenance, including lubrication, cleaning, inspections, and adjustments.
Assist mechanics or line technicians with planned maintenance.
Perform daily basic safety checks and observations, quality checks, checklists, and housekeeping.
Clear equipment jams.
Ensure compliance with the recycling process for empty component boxes.
Use computer interface panels to operate equipment.
Maintain equipment and perform full changeovers, washouts, and sanitizations.
Follow SOP and GMP requirements.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and follow safety procedures documented in the JSA.
Immediately report safety hazards and quality or production issues to supervision.
Participate in job-related safety, quality, and equipment training.
Comply with Church & Dwight policies and procedures and New Jersey laws.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Train other operators as required.