Packaging Tech I

American Crystal Sugar Company • Moorhead, MN

6d • $39

About The Position

A Packaging Technician I is responsible for the advanced operation and troubleshooting of Packaging & Warehouse equipment, including bulk loading equipment and controls, Industrial and high-speed consumer packaging lines, and all associated packaging and bulk loading equipment (Palletizer, wrapper, metal detectors, magnets, robots, coding equipment), including work area troubleshooting. In addition, a Packaging Technician I possesses knowledge in shipping, logistics and warehouse operations to be able to assist when needed.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or a GED certificate is required
• A two-year industrial technical degree & 1 year of work experience within the Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or electronic/instrumentation industry.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English to comprehend and interpret technical literature, reference material, and understand SDS information.
• Leadership ability/experience.
• Available to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain high‑speed packaging lines, conveying systems, palletizers, and related equipment.
• Maintain bulk loading and shipping equipment to ensure safe, efficient operation.
• Troubleshoot and perform mechanical repairs, with minor electrical and instrumentation troubleshooting as needed.
• Coordinate with production and maintenance to configure lines for specific products and meet production goals.
• Ensure safe operation, sanitation, lubrication, proper coding, correct weights, and overall product quality.
• Inspect incoming packaging materials and complete required reports, logs, and SAP notifications/work orders.
• Train packaging employees on proper equipment operation and assist vendors during maintenance activities.
• Perform lab tests, maintain a clean work area, support GMP/HACCP/CQP requirements, and complete additional duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance starting on day one
• Pension
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a Company match
• Paid dental
• Paid basic life insurance
• Paid short -term disability
• Voluntary long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off
• Paid sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Service awards
• 24/7 employee assistance program with access to eight confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED