Packaging Operator

Mars • Carson City, NV

6d

About The Position

The Packaging Operator (described in the posting as a food Packer) works with production equipment and a wide selection of food items on a fast-moving production line. Food passes along conveyor belts through stages such as mixing, cooking, and packaging. The role involves preparing containers, handling and inspecting products, operating and feeding machinery, and recording production information. The operator may perform other duties required in the packing and feeder position.

The position is in a food-manufacturing or food-distribution environment and may involve working in cold and warm conditions. Teamwork and the ability to work at a fast pace are required. The role requires lifting and moving goods weighing up to 40 pounds and wearing sturdy, non-mesh shoes.

Requirements

• Ability to work in cold and warm environments.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift products and boxes weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to load products onto conveyors using hands and arms in a fast-paced range of motion.
• Willingness to work as a team member.
• Wear sturdy shoes with no mesh.
• Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily.

Responsibilities

• Add goods to the correct mass flow containers and prepare them for disbursement.
• Clean and prepare containers before placing goods in them.
• Inspect materials and products for defects and conformance to specifications.
• Weigh or measure materials or products to ensure they meet specifications.
• Identify and mark materials, products, and samples according to instructions.
• Record production and operational information on specified forms.
• Modify materials and products during manufacturing to meet requirements.
• Operate controls to start, stop, or adjust machinery and equipment.
• Feed materials into machines and equipment for processing and manufacturing.
• Load materials and products into machines and equipment using hand tools and moving devices.
• Remove materials and products from machines and equipment using hand tools and moving devices.
• Off-bear materials and products from machines and equipment using hand tools.
• Perform other duties required in the packing and feeder position.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
• 401(k) plan with company match, vesting on the first day of eligibility.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid time off.
• Holiday pay for 11 days.
• Paid short-term disability.
• Paid life insurance.
• Banfield Pet Insurance discounts.
• Wellness benefits and discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed