Packaging & Production Operator

Glanbia • Brookings, SD

52d

About The Position

The Tuber processes colostrum products and packages finished gel. The role guides gel through a tubing machine and takes samples, weighs, seals, and stacks colostrum tubes. The operator monitors the tubing and packaging process to ensure equipment is working properly and product is handled according to specifications. Maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe work environment is a primary responsibility, including disassembling, hand cleaning, and reassembling packaging equipment through clean-in-place processes. The operator may also perform bottling and labeling work and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to follow safety and sanitation training and expectations.
• Ability to maintain company confidentiality.
• Ability to remain on task and alert at all times.
• Experience or ability with automated controls, touchscreens, and electronic system monitoring.
• Ability to alternate between standing, sitting, and walking during a 4–8 hour shift.
• Ability to lift 30–50 pounds intermittently.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to use hands or fingers to manipulate equipment.
• Close, distance, and midrange vision; color and peripheral vision; depth perception; and ability to focus near and far frequently.

Responsibilities

• Ensure tubing and labeling machines function efficiently.
• Monitor equipment to ensure tubing, labeling, and boxing are completed according to product specifications.
• Follow company safety standards to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
• Perform bottling and labeling work when needed.
• Minimize product loss and waste.
• Maintain a clean work environment and perform established clean-in-place processes, including disassembling, hand cleaning, and reassembling packaging equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned and when needed.
• Process colostrum products and package finished gel, including taking samples, weighing, sealing, and stacking tubes.

What This Job Offers

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