Packaging Operator (Night Shift)

Select Milk•Coopersville, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Continental Dairy Facilities, Select Milk Producers’ powder milk and butter facility in Coopersville, Michigan, produces more than 300,000 pounds of dry non-fat milk per day. The Packaging Operator maintains proper packaging of dry product in 25 kg bags and totes by filling and stacking products onto pallets using automated systems, and accounts for inventory produced. This position works the night shift from 6:00 pm to 6:30 am on a 2-2-3 schedule. Employees must be willing to work weekends and holidays that fall within the schedule. Pay is $24.00 per hour, with a $1.25 per hour night shift premium. The position reports to the Plant Supervisor and is non-exempt.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
Must possess or be able to acquire an Industrial Truck Operator License.
Able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Work safely and efficiently, following safety procedures and using safety equipment.
Able to troubleshoot small problems and recognize when issues require input from higher levels of authority.
Willing to ask for assistance when the process is unclear.
Willing to work weekends and holidays that fall within the schedule.

Responsibilities

Fill and stack 25 kg bags and totes, and account for inventory produced.
Observe machine operations to ensure filled or packaged products meet quality and conformity standards.
Label and change sample bags on the auto sampler.
Monitor the production line for pileups, jams, glue failures, and other problems.
Inspect and remove defective products and packaging material.
Change and seal unacceptable bags of powder produced during the shift.
Maintain the cleanliness of the packaging room and equipment so the room remains ready for USDA inspection.
Understand filling equipment and maintain a pace consistent with the packing line.
Immediately report equipment damage, irregular activity, or unsafe conditions to a supervisor.
Assist in training new personnel.
Follow safety, work, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) rules.
Perform other duties assigned by management.