Packaging Specialist - Downstream Operator (2nd Shift) - $19.75-$23.91/hr

Graham Packaging Company • Selah, WA

455d • $41,080 - $49,733

About The Position

The Packaging Specialist - Downstream Operator at Graham Packaging Company is responsible for ensuring the quality and efficiency of the packaging process during the 2nd shift. This role involves general housekeeping of the production area, inspecting and packing finished products, and adhering to safety and quality standards. The position requires effective communication and collaboration with team members and supervisors to maintain operational excellence and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Previous manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
• Computer usage and typing skills are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Communicates effectively: conveys facts and information clearly both verbally and orally.
• Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others.

Responsibilities

• Understand, follow and enforce all established safety, health, quality GMP and Company policies, procedures and recognized practices.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement projects and other related activities as assigned.
• Visually inspect finished product for defects before packing to ensure quality.
• Follow written packing instructions.
• Notify supervisor or lead of potential problems with finished product and/or machinery.
• Grind bottles as necessary, checking for contamination before grinding.
• Open and inspect bundles of corrugated material and check for proper printing and defects.
• Stack case/dividers on carts and feed individual cases and dividers into case forming machine.
• Use case making equipment in a safe manner.
• Notify the appropriate coworker or assignee when supplies at the machine need to be replenished.
• Communicate with incoming shift or line replacement on any problems with quality, machine, and packing configurations.
• Assist with rework and heldware to ensure effective completion.
• Assist in the training of regular and temporary workforce in stacking, packing quality, and case machines.
• Keep work area and other facilities clean, orderly and safe.
• Complete written documentation as required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic life insurance
• 401K Employee Saving Plan
• Employee Wellness Program
• Paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed