Packaging Can Line Operator

Idaho Pacific Holdings•Rigby, ID

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Can Line Operator is responsible for the smooth and safe operation of can line machinery, including proper start-up and shut-down of mechanized units. The operator works with the Packaging Manager on inventory, product and supply reports, product changeovers, and related inventory activities. The operator also works with the Lab on product specifications, reports, hold tickets, and blend-back procedures. The position involves equipment operation, minor troubleshooting, and assisting with inventory. Supervisory skills or experience are helpful, but the operator has no supervisory authority. The role includes inspecting containers, materials, and products for specification compliance; removing defective products or materials; training and instructing can line personnel in limited areas; communicating with the packaging swing shift about problems, blending needs, and line changes; and completing accurate, legible, timely records and cleaning reports. The operator follows good manufacturing practices, cleaning procedures, Lock-out/Tag-out procedures, HACCP-related practices, and emergency shutdown procedures. The operator must learn and apply product and packaging specifications, date coding methods, scale setup and checks, and procedures for the Bag House and star valve. This is a physical, hands-on position in a plant, manufacturing, and general warehouse environment. The facility operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and the operator must be available for all days and hours, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. Work may involve exposure to high noise, heat, cold, dust, steam, wet or humid conditions, low light, and cramped or crowded conditions.

Requirements

Knowledge of can line equipment, policies, and procedures to protect product and personnel safety.
Ability to instruct and teach others about processes and equipment operation, including the All Fill, labeler, Case Off machine, and stacker.
Ability to complete paperwork and reports; basic math skills.
Good written and oral communication skills and knowledge of English language structure, vocabulary, and spelling.
Good time management skills.
Ability to monitor own and others' performance, make improvements, or take corrective action.
Ability to delegate and work well with all levels of staff.
Safety- and quality-conscious approach.
Education sufficient to accurately read, write, calculate, and communicate required materials and instructions.
Able to stand, bend, sit, or move repetitively for up to 12 hours.
Able to lift regularly up to 50 pounds without assistance and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Able to tolerate dust or chemicals and work safely around moving equipment and parts.
Able to bend, stretch, lift, reach, climb, crawl, and use fingers for job tasks.
Sufficient vision and hearing to operate equipment safely in noisy, low-lit areas; quick reaction time, good hand-eye coordination, ability to judge distances, and close-range detail vision.
Available to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed, and available for all days and hours of operation.
Able to work in manufacturing and warehouse conditions involving extreme heat or cold, steam, dust, wet or humid conditions, loud noise, low light, and cramped or crowded spaces.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory skills or background are helpful.
High school diploma or equivalent, or higher education, is preferred.
Familiarity with wood boxes, augers, and conveyors.

Responsibilities

Operate can line machinery safely, including proper start-up and shut-down.
Know and operate line equipment, including the Mixer, Sweeco, All Fill, scales, Lidder, gas boxes, vacuum pump, Seamer, labeler, Case Off, Case Sealer, air compressor, electrical boxes, and PLC.
Inspect containers, materials, and products to verify that packaged products meet specifications, and remove defective products or materials.
Assist with inventory and coordinate with the Packaging Manager regarding inventory, product and supply reports, and product changeovers.
Work with the Lab on product specifications, Lab reports, hold tickets, and blend-back procedures.
Train and direct can line personnel in limited areas, without supervisory authority.
Communicate with the packaging swing shift about possible problems, products needing blending, and line changes.
Complete required reports accurately, legibly, completely, and on time, in English.
Follow cleaning procedures and complete cleaning reports for each product run.
Practice good manufacturing procedures and follow Lock-out/Tag-out, HACCP-related, and emergency procedures, including machine shutdown.
Learn and follow procedures for removal, installation, and cleaning of the Bag House and star valve.
Become familiar with product specifications and supplies, including cans, lids, labels, shippers, and customer specifications.
Apply date-coding knowledge, including coding machinery, methods, and appropriate code locations.
Perform scale setups and checks.
Keep the manager informed of progress and problems.
Complete other duties as necessary.