Operator, Case Packer

Lassonde Pappas & Company, Inc. • Springdale, AR

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Case Packer Operator reports to the Production Manager and is based at the Seabrook, New Jersey location. The role operates the case packer associated with the assigned production line, working efficiently in a fast-paced environment and maintaining close attention to detail through frequent changes. The position requires physical ability to work in a production setting and may involve exposure to wet and humid conditions, seasonal temperature fluctuations, noise, toxic or corrosive chemicals, and high-speed equipment.

Requirements

• Forklift certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three months of manufacturing experience.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and able to multitask.
• Able to talk and hear; stand, walk, climb stairs, stoop, bend, crouch, push and pull; lift up to 50 pounds; and use hands and fingers to operate machinery and other manual and electronic equipment.
• Able to squat, kneel, and reach above and at shoulder height occasionally.
• Able to wear a dust mask and perform confined entry using the LOTO program.
• Able to use close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, with or without correction, to detect obstacles and potential dangers.
• Able to hear in the normal audio range, with or without correction.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the food or beverage industry.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Excellent time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate case packing, case forming, and case sealing production machines according to established procedures and guidelines.
• Use computer-controlled equipment to select, position, and secure automatic or semi-automatic machines.
• Control and adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately, to specifications, and on time.
• Know the purpose of and follow proper operating procedures for safety switches, interlocks, and safety devices.
• Perform label cuts and clear jams.
• Monitor cases coming out of the case packer, add bottles to partially filled cases, monitor label quality, and replace bottles as necessary.
• Monitor the case sealer and maintain the hot-melt unit’s glue level using the specified glue.
• Change codes in the Marsh coder as needed.
• Remove and replace the grid and assist maintenance with size changeovers.
• Perform maintenance aspects of the case packer and case sealer.
• Keep the work area clean and orderly in compliance with company housekeeping practices.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Benefits

• Two additional $500 retention bonuses, paid at 6 months and 1 year of employment, contingent on active employment and good standing; bonuses are subject to applicable federal and state tax withholdings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED