Packaging Technician

SI Group • Oyster Creek, TX

3d

About The Position

The Packaging Technician operates equipment and follows procedures in the Packaging area, including the Drumming Plant and Flaking Plant. The role involves manipulating equipment and controls, performing in-process testing to support process decisions and verification, and maintaining a clean work area. The technician also prepares, labels, and loads dry freight shipments for domestic and international destinations.

The position supports efficient and reliable packaging operations by optimizing procedures, reducing waste, maintaining quality, addressing downtime, and contributing to equipment and process improvements. It also requires following safety, environmental, quality, and compliance procedures, including Responsible Care, Management of Change, Lockout/Tagout, and applicable ISO 9000 programs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of chemical process unit operations through experience or formal training, particularly pump and equipment line-up, screw conveyors, elevators, compactors, and refrigeration equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging-area equipment and controls and follow applicable procedures.
• Prepare, label, and load dry freight shipments for domestic and international destinations.
• Optimize packaging procedures to improve efficiency and minimize waste.
• Suggest process improvements to reduce waste and enhance production efficiency.
• Use internal tools to measure equipment effectiveness and maximize capacity.
• Perform start-ups, shutdowns, changeovers, maintenance preparation, and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Collaborate with Logistics, Maintenance, and Engineering to resolve mechanical downtime and implement process improvements.
• Follow procedures to prevent non-conforming products and maintain quality standards.
• Recommend equipment improvements and ways to reduce product variability.
• Conduct in-process sampling and testing to verify product quality.
• Maintain accurate, legible, and organized quality-critical records.
• Support the Responsible Care Management System by following safety and environmental guidelines.
• Address unsafe conditions through work orders and follow-up actions.
• Follow Management of Change procedures in the assigned area.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of plant areas.
• Participate in start-of-shift meetings and monitoring programs as required.
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment.
• Issue work permits as needed for the assigned area.
• Participate in Process Hazard Reviews, Process Hazard Analysis, and Operational Readiness Inspections.
• Serve as Equipment Owner for the assigned area, creating and following up on maintenance work orders.
• Complete verification of the assigned area within prescribed time frames.
• Discharge duties in accordance with SI Group's Quality policy and, within the job scope, implement compliance programs for applicable federal, state, and local regulations covering employee health, safety, security, and the environment.
• Adhere to the Integrated Management System, company policies, EHSS requirements, Responsible Care practices, and ISO 9000 programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.

What This Job Offers

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