Packaging Technician

Semo Milling • Scott City, MO

7d • $18 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Excellent opportunity for a Packaging Technician in Scott City, MO! Candidates must be willing to work 7am - 7pm and every other weekend. Reporting to the Production Floor Supervisor, this position is responsible for participating in packaging operations for finished product transfer to trucks and railcars.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to effectively convey 50-100 lbs. consistently from conveyor to truck or railcar
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Consistent work attendance history

Nice To Haves

• Forklift experience preferred
• Mechanical ability preferred
• Packaging experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment including scales, bag sealer, product conveyors and other equipment
• Physically move product from conveyors to trucks and railcars
• Operate forklift in a safe manner including daily inspections of the forklift and daily charging
• Inspect trailers for the loading process
• Verify bags and placards to ensure that they match the order on the schedule
• Complete necessary paperwork to complete truck orders
• Verify all paperwork and seals to ensure that the correct product is being sent out
• Communicate with truck drivers to ensure the proper order is going out in a timely manner
• Work with Packaging Lead to ensure all orders go out timely and accurately
• Responsible for inspecting pallets and verifying that each pallet is in proper condition to be loaded
• Utilize the IMS and SPC where applicable
• Responsible for quality of work within area
• Maintain work environment in a clean and orderly fashion
• Follow all Personnel Safety policies/procedures, including the use of proper PPE, as well as ensure the safe use of required tools and equipment
• Follow all Food Safety, Quality Assurance, GMP's, Sanitation and general plant policies/procedures
• Inspect products for overall appearance according to customer and QA/Food Safety requirements and communicate with supervisor when non-conforming products are present
• Communicate all safety or environmental issues to supervisors/managers
• At end of shift, secure all equipment, perform general housekeeping duties
• Complete necessary paperwork for documenting process parameters and recordkeeping requirements
• Open Communications to be a team player and do other tasks as necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with the starting rate dependent upon experience
• 100% paid employee health insurance with an effective date of the first of the month following 30 days
• Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, and Supplemental Insurance
• 401(k) eligibility after 6 months of employment, with a match of up to 3%
• Quarterly bonus potential
• Gym membership
• Steel toe boot reimbursement program
• Prescription safety glasses reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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