Packaging Operator - Days

Infrapipes•Springfield, MO

About The Position

The Packaging Operator maintains the quality of extruded HDPE pipe throughout manufacturing and packaging. The role works Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and supports production quality, packaging, inventory handling, and safe, orderly operations. The operator monitors product and markings against order requirements, builds and changes reels, handles finished product and scrap, assists with line start-ups, and completes operations paperwork. The position requires working collaboratively with other packaging specialists and the extrusion technician while following company safety requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
1–2 years of experience performing the listed essential functions.
Ability to perform simple math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and taking measurements.
Ability to drive a forklift.
Very good organization and time-management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with people with varied personalities.
Sound judgment and discretion, and ability to work with little supervision.
Ability to consistently work under pressure and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
Clean driving record, valid current driver’s license, and vehicle insurance.
Ability to walk, sit, stand, climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, and hear.
Ability to use hands for repetitive motions, equipment handling, and keyboarding.
Visual ability for close and distance vision, peripheral vision, color distinction, and focus adjustment.
Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds without assistance and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Wear appropriate PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, reflective clothing, and safety boots.

Responsibilities

Monitor and check product during manufacturing to ensure it meets order requirements.
Monitor print and footage markings and make corrections as needed.
Monitor for a continuous stripe when required.
Understand the quality requirements for all products being produced.
Inform the line supervisor before making adjustments needed to meet order specifications.
Use reel components to build reels to size specifications.
Place the correct reel onto the coiler and prepare it for start-up, ensuring the reel is in good physical condition.
Ensure wraps on reels are correct and neat.
Cut, tie off, and cap conduit when each reel is complete.
Remove reels from the coiler using a forklift and transport finished product into inventory.
Grind and stack material scrap as it is produced.
Assist the extrusion technician with line start-ups.
Maintain a neat and orderly work area.
Assist other packaging specialists with cutting conduit, tie-offs, and reel changes.
Follow the safety requirements for the position and company safety guidelines.
Complete appropriate line operations paperwork to ensure accurate inventory transactions.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.