Packaging Operator I - 1st Shift

Paladin•Hobart, NY

18h•$22

About The Position

Why Us? At Par Health, we believe great healthcare is built on getting the essentials right. We’re looking for passionate, talented individuals who share our commitment to improving lives. With 4,000+ team members worldwide, we lead with pride and purpose—prioritizing quality and safety while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork. Elevating the Essentials isn’t just our tagline, it’s the higher standard we live by every day. Job Description Summary Summary Job Description Packaging Line Operator is responsible for tending machines and conveyors at various stages of the packaging line to maintain efficient, continuous packaging of the product for shipment. Compensation: $22.24 per hour plus $.50 per hour shift differential Shift: 5:00am - 5:15pm

Requirements

Requires the basic knowledge and ability to apply mathematical concepts, spelling, reading English, and grammar.
Requires a High School diploma or GED.
Packaging Operator I Recommended minimum of three to six months’ experience under direct supervision and guidance in order to gain sufficient skill to perform the requirements of the position.
Ability to comprehend and carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form and deal with problems involving standardized situations.
Perform the basic functions of arithmetic; add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure.
Perform reading, writing and speaking at a basic level.
Ability to work under direct supervision to learn the functions of the position.
Basic eye-hand coordination.
Basic proficiency operating several of the following stations on the packaging lines: a. Bottle Unscrambler b. Cottoner/Coil Inserter c. Capper, Torque Tester d. Induction Sealer/Foil Seal Detector e. Packing f. End Packing g. Bottle Checkweigher h. Reject Station

Nice To Haves

Packaging Operator II Recommended minimum 1 year experience as Packaging Operator.
Demonstrated ability to independently work all stations on a packaging line.

Responsibilities

Components are in Place and Filled Sets up assigned station(s) on the line including assembly of basic equipment and preparing materials needed (e.g. bottles, caps, cotton, etc.).
Tends/operates station(s) during production run to insure proper operation and keep station filled with supplies or product.
Weighs product at various stages of the packaging process.
Performs checks/tests required for applicable station(s).
Adjusts containers/materials for proper placement and remove defective pieces.
Starts and stops equipment when required.
Performs hand-packaging and material-handling functions.
Collects all process related hazardous wastes and transports to accumulation drums.
Line Schedule Adhered to Downtime Avoided Documents inspections performed and keeps accurate equipment records, clean-up sheets and other required paperwork.
Disassembles, cleans and reassembles basic line equipment according to SOPs.
Insures proper inspections are conducted prior to reassembly.
Cleans and assembles dust collector.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervision or as required by the position/operation.
Compliance Standards Met Promotes and adheres to safety requirements.
Performs lock-out/tag-out procedures according to Sops.
Follows safe working practices in the execution of their assigned duties.
Actively participates in general site and departmental Safety initiatives.
Maintains clean work area; clear away debris, damaged or defective product, cartons, labels and packaging supplies.
Assist with training of new hires.
Assists operators at other stations of the line as needed.
Works on any packaging line at stations on which you are trained.