Packaging Operator

The Clorox Company • Burnside, KY

31d • $21 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Packaging Operator will work in a dynamic team-based environment with the responsibility to safely produce the highest quality charcoal in the correct amount at the right cost. Tasks will include working safely at all times without exception, receiving raw materials, operating and maintaining high-speed packaging equipment, palletizing finished product, performing quality checks, implementing improvements, and contributing to the overall success of the plant. The Packaging Operator will own all aspects of their area and equipment, including implementing safety and quality improvements, completing machine setups and product changeovers, and achieving production and cost targets. The Packaging Operator will work autonomously and flow to the highest priority work, collaborate across department boundaries, participate in team-based activities, and ensure compliance with all plant procedures, policies, and standards.

Requirements

• Willing and able to learn and master new concepts across departments.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills.
• Understanding of basic technical math and troubleshooting principles.
• Must be able to successfully complete Clorox Fork Truck Certification as outlined by the site Fork Truck Certification Policy.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years manufacturing or related experience (examples of related experience are automotive or diesel mechanic, construction, heavy equipment operator or machining worker) or 2 years military service working with industrial equipment
• Resume must be attached to be considered for an interview
• Background Check and drug test
• Bennett Mechanical Aptitude Test
• Fit for Duty Exam at Total Rehab
• Physical and Hearing Test

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety and quality standards and guidelines and repair and/or report unsafe conditions, near misses, and/or injuries in a timely manner.
• Operate, monitor, and adjust the equipment within the Packaging Department as needed.
• Review and reconcile system data as needed, create reports, and perform root cause analysis.
• Deliver against daily, weekly, and monthly production targets.
• Leverage technology as needed to stay informed (ex: daily review of email, production schedules, troubleshooting guides, job aides, etc.)
• Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic, mechanical and electrical equipment to the extent allowed by position training/certification.
• Ensure all area housekeeping tasks are completed and workplace organization is maintained.
• Participate in the creation of training documentation as well as support the training of new Operators.
• Complete routine and preventative maintenance for area equipment.
• Maintain inventory storage areas, including participation in cycle counts and/or wall-to-wall inventory counts as needed.
• Start machinery be engaging controls.
• Tend or operate machine that packages product.
• Regulate machine flow, speed
• Ability to load and unload truck using a forklift
• Clean packaging equipment per CIL standards
• Observe machine operations to ensure quality and conformity of filled or packaged products to standards.
• Monitor the production line, watching for problems such as pileups and jams.
• Adjust machine components to maintain continuous flow of production lines.
• Stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report malfunctions to Team Lead or Manager.
• Inspect and remove defective products and packaging material.
• Clean remove damaged or otherwise inferior materials to prepare raw products for processing.
• Stack finished package into truck using a forklift
• during operation you must count and record finished and rejected packaged items.
• Enter data into computer and monitor various areas of instrumentation.
• Clean, oil and make minor adjustments or repairs to machinery and equipment, such as opening valves or setting guides.
• Other duties as needed to support business operations as directed by Management.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous 401(k) program in the US and similar programs in international
• Health benefits and programs that support both your physical and mental well-being
• Flexible work environment, depending on your role
• Meaningful opportunities to keep learning and growing
• Half-day Fridays, depending on your location

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees