Packaging Operator 1

TILLAMOOK COUNTY CREAMERY ASSOCIATION•Tillamook, OR

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Package Operator works at the last stages of the cheese manufacturing line to pack finished products, label and aggregate them for storage or shipment to distribution outlets. The Tillamook Team is one of the fastest-growing dairy brands in the US, creating over 200 dairy products in 7 different categories. As a farmer-owned cooperative since 1909, Tillamook is committed to being good stewards and doing a little extra, seeking team members with a One Team and Genuine Care mindset.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED is required.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public.
Communicate effectively, act as a team player, and interact with staff at all levels of the company.
Computer literate with basic knowledge of Microsoft Word.
Demonstrate complete thorough knowledge about Tillamook products.

Nice To Haves

Experience in packaging or other manufacturing operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform the packaging operation in accordance with product packaging specification.
Sort products for packaging and filling machine operation.
Monitor production order fill rate and packaging line efficiencies.
Replenish packaging materials as needed.
Inspect in-process packaging to ensure consistent quality and remove defective products and packaging material.
Segregate finished packaged items that conform to specification and separate rejected items.
Conduct inventory count on finished and rejected packaged items.
Monitor packaging and filling operations to ensure quality and conformity of packaged products in accordance with standards.
Monitor the packaging production line to forestall potential bottlenecks, pileups, jams, or labels in the wrong location.
Adjust machines and equipment for smooth operations.
Make certain that the pre-op inspection is complete before start-up.
Set up and change over machines for product run.