Palletizer operator

Henkel group•Bowling Green, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow. This position is with our Consumer Brands business unit – where we empower our employees to bring the best Laundry & Home Care and Hair products to people around the world. Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.

Requirements

Successful completion of pre-employment assessment test.
Ability to repetitively lift 50 lbs. or more.
Ability to repetitively bend, stoop and crouch.
Possess basic calculator skills.
Possess good math and reading skills.
Ability to multitask throughout the shift.
Good at problem solving.
Ability to stand for extended timeframes.
Ability to work in varying temperatures, depending upon season.
Possess a high attention level to promote a safe work environment.
Possess a positive attitude.
Ability to follow directions and a strong willingness to learn.
Prior forklift experience required.
Ability to operate a computer.
Familiar with excel and word.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Responsibilities

Performing all aspects of operating multiple automated rollers, chain conveyors & palletizers in a safe and quality conscious manner.
Safely and efficiently operating a shuttle that transports pallets to different drop points.
Monitoring pallet lanes and calling out to lift operators when lanes are too full.
Preparing items for shipment and keeping records of incoming and outgoing shipments.
Safety and efficiently operate a forklift to manage material movement within warehouse for purpose of ensuring efficient manufacturing operations.
Ensure proper housekeeping is maintained (Wood. Plastic & Cardboard swept up)
Complete necessary paperwork.
Perform daily inspection of overall ATL pallet conveyors.
Execute assignments in an accurate, timely and safe manner to meet or exceed reasonable expectations within the area.
Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards.
Perform daily inspection of assigned equipment.
Perform other functions within the plant/warehouse as needed.
Manage and run the production desk.
Maintain an awareness of and use Good Manufacturing Practices
Maintain a clean, neat, & orderly work area (Tools Organized & Dusting Touchscreens)
Performs live verifications to support production requirements.
Communication skills including reading, writing and must be able to communicate to others as well as be able to receive communication from others.
Perform changeovers of material numbers in computer monitor.
Ensure the correct pattern and layers are constructed.
Correct usage of computer touch screens
Monitor multiple sections of conveyor to ensure all are operational and free of jam conditions.
Clear simple pallet jams safely utilizing lockout/tagout procedures.
Clear complex pallet jams safely utilizing lockout/tagout procedures.
Ensure all roller & chain conveyors are always working properly.
Ensure all photoeyes and reflectors are aligned and working properly.
Troubleshoot problems and communicate to maintenance.
Clear complex case jams below the slide plates safely utilizing lockout/tagout procedures.
Hygienically remove damaged cases and bottles from the palletizers and send to be reworked on the packaging line