Converting Operator Trainee

Hood Packaging Corporation•Arden Hills, MN

33d•$25 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Hood Packaging Corporation has a rich history in North America as a leader in the packaging industry. From day one, our company has been at the forefront in the design and manufacture of a wide range of packaging materials. Our goal at Hood Packaging is to provide a product that is manufactured in a safety conscious environment with attention to high quality, timeliness, and that consistently exceeds customer expectations. We are able to meet our goal every day because we employ some of the best packaging people in the industry. We couldn't succeed without our dedicated employees. If you are looking for more than just a job and you want a career, consider Hood Packaging Corporation. Pay-$24.69- $30.78 per hour. Plus, shift differential for night shift Train on Days-Monday to Friday 6:00am to 2:00pm. Job Location-Arden Hills, MN Scope of position: To learn the manufacturing process of making and packaging bags

Requirements

Regular communication with Shift Supervisors.
Regular communication with Co-Workers.
Frequent contact with other departments.
Education – High School diploma or GED
Training – On the job, with qualified associates
Experience – On the job
Some physical effort required – may be high duration and low-intensity or moderate duration and intensity.
8-hour shifts-frequent standing and walking.
Occasional sitting, bending, crouching, kneeling, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and reaching.
Able to lift 50+ pounds.
Must be proficient in English- speak, write, read, and comprehend.
Must be able to communicate in an effect and respectful manner.
Ability to read, write and understand directions and follow a manufacturing order.
Basic understanding of the imperial and metric measuring system.
Works effectively with other associates, promoting a team environment.
Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

Run the machines efficiently, with very high quality and low waste.
Assure quality checks/lists, production reports, and any other necessary documents are properly filled out.
Ensures materials and machines are prepared for next order/ next shift in a timely manner.
Catching bags on all machines.
Packing boxes, learning packing patterns.
Assist with waste disposal.
Read work orders.
Assist and support Operator with set-up.
Reporting any damage to equipment to the Production Manager or Shift Supervisor as soon as it occurs.
Keeping waste at a minimum.
Communicating all necessary information of importance to the Operator on the next shift.
Complete training as required.
Perform other duties assigned or requested by Shift Supervisors.