Packaging Operator

SCN BestCo•Mooresville, NC

19h

About The Position

The Packaging Operator works on the A shift (6 a.m.–6 p.m.) in SuperChew Bottling. The role operates and maintains packaging equipment, including bagging machines, case packers, and Ishida scales, to produce finished goods safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. The operator follows production schedules and batch records, manages changeovers, addresses defects and equipment issues, and coordinates with Packers to keep the line running smoothly. The position is responsible for finished-product quality, including correct weights, packaging materials, packing, shrink wrapping, ticketing, lot-number coding, and product-to-bag accuracy. It also involves completing inspections and production records, controlling waste, requisitioning and returning materials, and following the company’s lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures during applicable cleaning, service, or maintenance activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of machine-operator experience outside SCN BestCo Inc., or three months of machine-operator experience at SCN BestCo, or certification as a Production Technician through NCMI.
Able to lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
Must be open to working any shift necessary based on business needs.
Able to stand for long periods.
Basic computer knowledge, including the ability to log on, complete required cGMP SOP training, and use email.
Basic math skills to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, and to make fine adjustments to equipment settings.
Effective, clear written and oral communication skills and fluency in English to communicate with team members.
Motivated self-starter able to work with moderate supervision.
Good mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
High personal integrity.
Quality conscious and hygiene oriented.
Able to handle multiple tasks.
Good writing and analytical skills.
Production oriented and able to react to sudden production changes.

Nice To Haves

More than one year of Packaging Operator experience.
Pharmaceutical industry experience.
Prior manufacturing experience.
FDA experience.

Responsibilities

Understand the production schedule for each shift and how it affects the work to be done.
Understand packaging equipment, adjust it as needed, identify packaging defects quickly, and make immediate adjustments.
Operate, pack, and maintain the quality of the bagging machine and case packer.
Set up machines properly, including threading and aligning paper, adjusting bag length, aligning the printer, and centering bags.
Set up Ishida scales by turning on the computer, zeroing the scale, programming net weights, setting or adjusting vibrators, and adjusting for the proper piece count.
Manage changeovers promptly and keep the production line running smoothly and efficiently without unnecessary delays.
Work with Packers to troubleshoot and keep machines operating efficiently.
Clean machines as appropriate and use equipment effectively to keep it in good working order.
Load bagging material, sleeves, RSC, and glue; troubleshoot during operation; calculate the product needed to finish an order; control waste; and attain maximum output and efficiency.
Follow batch records and complete reports accurately.
Ensure finished-product quality, including correct weights, bagging material, packing, shrink wrapping, ticketing, lot-number coding, and correct product for each bag.
Follow SCN BestCo’s LOTO policy and procedures before applicable cleaning, service, or maintenance activities involving potentially hazardous energy.
Set and observe the case weight checker.
Mix assorted flavors accurately and run them out evenly.
Conduct inspections of finished product every 15 minutes and record details immediately.
Ensure maximum output, efficiency, and productivity.
Requisition materials ahead of production and return unused materials.