Packer Technician in Gluing - Night Shift (3 Day/12 Hour)
About The Position
The Packer Technician supports the Operator or Apprentice in safely setting up, maintaining, and operating machinery to produce quality product at the target speed for each run. The role feeds product into the gluer, packs finished product into cases, and oversees efficient operation of the auto-packer. The technician also helps identify problem statements when issues arise. The position involves setting up, operating, and troubleshooting the auto-packer and assisting the gluer operator with portions of gluer setup. The technician may work with pack assist, a case sealer, a labeler, and automation; equipment varies by work location. The role includes interacting with an electronic control panel and keeping pace with high-speed equipment. Team members are expected to follow Southern Champion Tray’s Core Values and operating principles, safety requirements, Food Safety and 5S systems, and applicable work instructions. The position is on the night shift, working three 12-hour days from 6:30 PM to 6:30 AM, on the Green Team at the Amnicola Plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Basic computer skills and ability to use software.
- Mechanical ability and skills.
- Ability to read and understand documents and letters, and write legibly in English.
- Ability to understand and speak clearly in English, communicate, and understand directions as needed.
- Ability to follow oral instructions from a supervisor and written instructions.
Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot the auto-packer.
- Assist the gluer operator with portions of gluer setup and feed product into the gluer.
- Pack finished product into cases and oversee efficient operation of the auto-packer.
- Set up, maintain, and operate pack assist, the case sealer, labeler, and automation, as applicable to the work location.
- Set up the case sealer, replenish its tape, and troubleshoot it.
- Assist with quality sampling of product.
- Use an electronic control panel and keep pace with high-speed equipment.
- Use machine downtime, excluding approved breaks, to assist with setup, maintain a clean work environment, or complete other tasks as instructed by a supervisor.
- Communicate effectively with other team members and respond to oral and written instructions.
- Wear appropriate PPE and follow safety policies, rules, regulations, technical instructions, and guidelines; identify unsafe behaviors and conditions.
- Follow process updates, procedures, and innovations intended to improve operational efficiency and safety.
- Minimize downtime and maintain a clean work environment in accordance with Food Safety and 5S systems.
- Complete documentation and data entry, including scheduling, job tickets, quality samples, and shop-floor data collection.
- Assist in other areas or departments when requested based on production needs.
- Lead others assigned to them in carrying out operational demands efficiently.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
