Production Worker - Swing and Graveyard shift available
About The Position
The packaging operator is required to perform two functions: the bagging operation and the baler operation. The packaging operator must maintain the ability to perform both bagging and baler functions as determined by the Shift Leads. Operate machinery in a productive manner using the established safety guidelines and procedures. Responsible for assisting other production areas, as needed. Move and wrap completed products. Will be lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for a minimum of 7 hours per day. Assist the Shift Leads to start and stop the pellet mills. Communicate any moisture or material problems to Shift Lead. Maintain a clean workstation. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Good eye, hand, and foot coordination.
- Pass the company forklift training.
- Read and interpret scales.
- Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills to adjust the weight and timing of baler and various other simple maintenance problems.
- Ability to do simple math calculations.
Nice To Haves
- High School diploma or GED preferred.
- Prior forklift and production line experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Operate machinery in a productive manner using the established safety guidelines and procedures.
- Assist other production areas, as needed.
- Move and wrap completed products.
- Lift up to 50 lbs and stand for a minimum of 7 hours per day.
- Assist the Shift Leads to start and stop the pellet mills.
- Communicate any moisture or material problems to Shift Lead.
- Maintain a clean workstation.
- Operate a variety of machinery, primarily bagging and baler machines, shrink wrapping machines, forklifts, pallet jack, and bag sealer.
- Stack bags on pallets, put covers on pallets and place finished goods in the correct warehouse location.
- Complete the Bagger production report accurately.
- Fill pellet sample cups every ton for quality control information.
- Tag pallet with Quality Control tag with initials, date, ton number, and the shift the pallet was completed.
Benefits
- Employee referral bonus program
- 2 weeks paid time off + 2 floating holidays
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (FSA & HSA options)
- Educational assistance
- Life insurance, short term & long-term disability
- 401(k) with employer match & immediate vesting
- Employee heating pellet program
- Lignetics SWAG gear to include an annual pair of work boots & other PPE
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
