Packaging Operator I

Position Summary

Packaging Operators are responsible for maintaining all stock inventories and pulling orders for manufacturing according to designated work orders.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Cooperate with HSE (Health, Safety and Environmental) manager to implement all regulatory requirements for plant operations.
• Oversee and maintain all stock inventories for warehouse daily.
• Follow daily manufacturing work orders giving special attention to various materials.
• Maneuver heavy materials with the use of forklift, pallet and hand truck as required.
• Unload shipping trucks as required.
• Maintain and ensure all machines are functioning according to established work standards.
• Assist shipping area with package procedures as requested.
• Report any concerns or discrepancies to management.
• Maintain tools, gauges and equipment in a clean, orderly and safe manner.
• Comply with company policies and procedures giving special attention to safety regulations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Specialized/Technical Knowledge or Required Skills

Knowledge of:

• Basic understanding of systems, operations, packaging and other facilities operations.
• Basic Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods and records management techniques.
• General office procedures, policies and practices, as well as basic knowledge of computer and other general office equipment.

Skill in:

• Basic understanding of facility operations and maintenance.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Using a PC with basic level proficiency in document/file management, word-processing, database management, email usage and Internet browsers.
• Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary. Communicating clearly and effectively in English, orally and in writing.
• Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up assignments independently.
• Using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.

Physical Requirements

• While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk or hear. Employee is occasionally required to sit, stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel crouch or crawl; taste or smell, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently required to use close and distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Work is performed frequently in both outdoor and indoor environments. Outdoor environments include exposures to summer and winter temperatures. 
• Work environment occasionally involves exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles.
• Work environment occasionally involves exposure to high, precarious places, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration.
• The employee’s working conditions are typically moderately loud and occasionally very loud. Employee must be able to work schedules as assigned, including weekends, evenings and holidays, and must be available for call-out during emergencies, inclement weather or other critical events.

Education

Total Rewards

J.M. Huber Corporation complies with all local/state regulations requiring salary range transparency.

Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as an applicant's skills, performance, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations.