Tetra Packaging Operator 3rd Shift

Gehl Foods•Germantown, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Tetra Packaging Operator works on the third shift in Germantown, Wisconsin, operating and monitoring secondary packaging equipment to meet food safety, product quality, customer standards, and applicable regulatory requirements. The role includes equipment cleaning and maintenance, line changeovers and troubleshooting, packaging and coding setup, documentation, inventory monitoring, and safe forklift operation. The operator follows company safety standards and Good Manufacturing Practices, maintains a clean work area, and communicates issues to the appropriate lead or supervisor. Schedule: Monday through Friday, 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Pay is $25.50 per hour, including shift differential.

Requirements

At least 6 months of previous manufacturing, packaging, or assembly-line production experience.
Demonstrated organizational and observational skills and attention to detail.
Basic mathematical calculation skills.
Ability to read, write, and listen to written and oral instructions in English.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under limited supervision.

Responsibilities

Follow Gehl Foods safety standards, applicable regulatory requirements, and Good Manufacturing Practices.
Operate and observe secondary packaging equipment to ensure food safety, product quality, and conformity with customer standards and specifications.
Perform equipment cleaning, inspection, and lubrication functions.
Participate in equipment startup, troubleshooting and adjustment, stop/reset, and shutdown; clear jams and report malfunctions to the Business Lead or Supervisor as necessary.
Perform changeovers, complete line clears, and accurately set up packaging and coding for the next item.
Apply appropriate labels to secondary packages and finished-goods pallets.
Report out-of-standard or out-of-specification results to the Quality Department and Business Unit Lead or Supervisor.
Report unsafe conditions and other compliance issues to the Business Unit Lead or Supervisor.
Accurately complete handwritten instructions and online documentation, including Quality and Critical Control Point checks, at required frequencies.
Maintain detailed work logs, including Factory MES data collection, and accurate inventory records.
Monitor and review inventory and production levels to support efficient operating conditions.
Keep the assigned work area and production environment clean and orderly, completing environmental cleaning requirements as necessary.
Participate in shift exchanges and work team meetings.
Safely operate forklifts to handle materials and finished goods.
Perform other duties as assigned.