3rd Shift Production Operator

Detroit Salt Company•New Castle, DE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Kissner Milling Company is a major salt and packaged ice melt manufacturer and distributor with over 130 years of experience. They are committed to delivering high-quality products through excellence, focused effort, and innovation. The 3rd Shift Production Operator will operate and maintain the facility’s packaging lines, including scales, manual baggers, and heat sealers. This role ensures equipment runs efficiently through regular cleaning and maintenance, performs visual inspections of bags, checks seals, and conducts weight checks for proper product quantity. The operator will also be trained as both a hopper and sealer.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Strong communication skills in both oral and written English.
Knowledge of industrial environments is required.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with packaging and mobile equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform pre-inspections of the work area before starting production.
Adhere to safety policies and report any concerns to the supervisor.
Communicate any equipment or work area deficiencies to the Supervisor or Lead.
Ensure the correct product is packaged in the right bag.
Operate machinery, including forklifts, to meet production demands.
Conduct weight checks every 30 minutes and record the data.
Label finished product pallets into inventory.
Maintain housekeeping within the assigned area and other plant regions when bagging is not required.
Follow lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) procedures as needed.
Monitors stretch wrapping equipment and replenish empty wrap rolls.
Ensure empty bags are stocked for the bag filler.
Verify product code dates and visually inspect products for foreign materials.
Ensure bags and pallets are free from damage and contamination.
Keep the work area clean according to GMP policies.
Assist technicians and supervisors as needed.
Follow accepted procedures and practices.
Perform other assigned duties.
Follow all Quality, Environmental Health, and Safety (QEHS) policies, including HACCP compliance.