Packing Technician LN10 Evenings

The Kinetic Group•Lonoke, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Packing Technician tends one or more machines or processes as directed by the area supervisor, monitors proper machine operation, and contacts a technician or supervisor when needed. The technician performs basic quality assurance checks, transports raw, semi-finished, and finished materials to support efficient process flow, and follows oral and written instructions, safety rules, and requirements for protective equipment. The role supports the facility’s mission, safety, and ISO goals and participates as a member of the Remington Team. The position is a 10-hour evening shift, Monday through Thursday. The work may involve handling hazardous waste; required hazardous-waste management training must be completed within six months of starting the job and annually thereafter. Until trained, employees handling hazardous waste must work under the direct supervision of a trained supervisor or employee. Other duties may be assigned according to business needs. Good attendance is an essential function, and overtime—including extended shifts or work on scheduled days off—may be required. The work environment includes exposure to moving mechanical parts, extreme heat, explosives, vibration, and, occasionally, wet or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, and extreme cold. The work area is usually loud and requires hearing protection. Approved safety glasses with side shields or goggles and steel-toe safety shoes are required. Safety training is provided for work involving potentially hazardous areas, including flammables and explosives. Physical requirements include corrected vision to 20/20 with normal depth perception and peripheral vision; repeatedly lifting and moving up to 25 pounds without assistance; pushing a loaded production buggy weighing up to 1,500 pounds; standing or sitting for up to three hours at a time; occasionally kneeling, crouching, bending, or reaching; ascending and descending stairs; and grasping and feeling small parts. Some physical demands may be waived for accommodations when doing so does not adversely affect other employees.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED certificate, or recognized equivalent.
English-language ability sufficient to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors, read and comprehend process instructions, and record pertinent process information.
Ability to repeatedly lift and move up to 25 pounds unaided and push a loaded production buggy weighing as much as 1,500 pounds.
Vision correctable to 20/20 with normal depth perception and peripheral vision.
Ability to stand or sit for up to three hours at a time; occasionally kneel, crouch, bend, or extend reach; ascend and descend stairs; and grasp and feel small parts.
Wear approved eye protection and steel-toe safety shoes; wear hearing protection in the work area.
Complete hazardous-waste management training within six months of entering the job and annually thereafter if handling hazardous waste.
Good attendance; overtime, including extended shift hours and/or scheduled days off, may be required.

Responsibilities

Work safely and orderly, follow plant, department, and area rules, and encourage teammates to do the same.
Obtain, maintain, and use required safety equipment as directed by work instructions or the area supervisor.
Attend shift, department, and plant meetings as directed by the supervisor.
Tend one or more machines or processes as directed by the area supervisor.
Convey raw and semi-finished materials to and from machines or work areas and load raw materials into machines or onto work surfaces.
Process raw materials into semi-finished or finished materials and inspect products for defects.
Monitor machine operation and contact a technician or supervisor when required.
Perform basic quality assurance checks as directed.
Maintain process integrity through proper documentation and observance of process records.
Transport raw materials, semi-finished goods, and finished goods to support efficient process flow.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
Handle hazardous waste when assigned, including labeling, inspecting, storing, and transferring it, and complete required training.
Support the facility’s mission, safety, and ISO goals and participate as a member of the Remington Team.