Palletizer Operator - 1st Shift

About the position

As a Palletizer Operator, you will operate and monitor palletizing and shrink-wrap machines, ensure product quality, and report equipment issues. You'll handle tasks like lifting and stacking products, repackaging when needed, and assisting with inventory and record-keeping in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. This is a 1st shift (Monday-Thursday 7AM-5PM) position that pays $20/hour. OT required, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Sets up palletizing equipment according to the production schedule
• Monitors palletizing equipment to ensure quality control and recognizes any malfunctions with the equipment. Reports all malfunctions to maintenance and/or supervisor to resolve the problem
• Immediately reports any packaging errors to the Filling Department.
• Coordinates with the forklift operators to make sure appropriate pallets are being used for various products
• Responsible for loading the shrink wrap machines appropriately according to customers' specifications
• Lifts, moves, carries, and stacks cases of finished product as needed
• Operates any of the following equipment as needed; Palletizers and Shrink Wrap Machines
• Ensures product meets quality control standards. Repackages damaged product to return it to market condition
• Assists in department inventory and performs basic record-keeping duties, as needed

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required
• Machine-operating or manufacturing experience preferred
• Commitment to safety and adherence to regulations
• Comfortable standing for long periods
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Comfortable working in a high-speed manufacturing environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Retirement savings options including employer match
• Education Assistance for continued personal development and growth