PACKAGING MACHINE OPERATOR

Frito Lay • Frankfort, IN

266d • $31

About The Position

Packaging Machine Operators are critical to our success at FritoLay! Packaging Machine Operators are responsible for setting up and operating assigned packaging machines and statistical scales to pack the optimum number of quality packages of product. Although you will start out working for FritoLay, we are investing in helping you grow with us. This job can open the door to career opportunities with us or our parent company, PepsiCo. In this role, here are some of the frequent tasks you will be doing after receiving training: Set-up and operate multiple packaging machines to ensure accurate code dates, weights, and that products are put into appropriate bags. Check that products are dated and sealed with minimum amount of waste. Maintain a clean and safe work area for all product. Perform basic preventative maintenance on packaging machines (e.g., cleaning or switching out knives and blades, pull-belts, tape machines, or rollers). Wear protective gear when using chemicals to clean and sanitize lines during changeovers from one product to another. Inspect conveyors and scales prior to line start-ups and changeovers. Troubleshoot commonplace problems and make operational adjustments. We are open 24 hours a day, which means you may not have a typical schedule, and our jobs are physical! If you have never worked in a warehouse or manufacturing environment before, you should understand that you will be on your feet a majority of your shift near heavy machinery in a loud environment. FritoLay facilities are also large. While we want everyone to feel comfortable, our ability to control the temperature is limited. Indoor working conditions are impacted by seasons and the weather.

Requirements

• You are at least 18 years of age or older
• You will be required to work on weekends, holidays as well as off shift
• You are mechanically inclined and can think that way
• Having at least 1 year of machine operator experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment
• You are able to lift 50 lbs from floor to waist
• You have basic math skills and can read and write in English
• You are able to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• You are able to climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch for extended periods
• You are able to repeatedly lift, carry, push, pull, and handle products
• You are willing and able to work at heights using ladders or lifts to access areas of the plant

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate multiple packaging machines to ensure accurate code dates, weights, and that products are put into appropriate bags
• Check that products are dated and sealed with minimum amount of waste
• Maintain a clean and safe work area for all product
• Perform basic preventative maintenance on packaging machines
• Wear protective gear when using chemicals to clean and sanitize lines during changeovers from one product to another
• Inspect conveyors and scales prior to line start-ups and changeovers
• Troubleshoot commonplace problems and make operational adjustments

Benefits

• 401(k) contribution
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Financial support to help obtain a degree
• Company discounts and perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed