Packaging Utility Operator

Portfolio Business : Huber Engineered Materials

J.M. Huber Corporation is one of the largest privately held, family-owned companies in the United States. Established in 1883, we are a diversified, global supplier of specialty and commodity chemicals, hydrocolloid solutions, engineered wood products and natural resources to customers spanning a wide variety of industries. With approximately $3 billion in sales and 4,000 employees worldwide, we have a material presence in more than 20 countries.

Position Summary

The Utility Operator is responsible for ensuring the shipments meet plant order requirements, quality of product is within specifications, the correct product is packaged following plant instructions, package labeling meets requirements, finished product weights are within range. Plant orders could be in bags weighing up to 50 lbs. or super sacks. Utility Operator reports to the Production Supervisor. This is a 2nd shift position with the hours of 3PM - 11PM.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Responsible for maintaining compliance with the Huber Sustainability Management Standard requirements, within their sphere of influence. This may or may not include compliance with any air permits, wastewater permits, storm water permits, or other rules as presented to the employee as requirements.

1. Operate the blending system to ensure recipes meet specifications and that all packaged bags and supersacks comply with weight tolerances and regulatory labeling requirements. Manual handling and palletizing bags, weighing up to 50 lbs, may be required at a rate of up to 120 per hour for the shift.
2. Able to operate, troubleshoot, and service bulk powders and packaging equipment, but not limited to, supersack fillers and automatic bagging systems.
3. Services and repairs equipment as directed.
4. Keeps palletizer supplied with pallets, slip sheets and other needed supplies.
5. Cleans super sacks and bagged pallets in the pallet blow-off booth and wraps them to stabilize for shipment.
6. Warehouses finished product.
7. Performs preventative maintenance servicing of equipment as required. Ensure energy isolation is performed before repair work begins.
8. Advises following shift and maintenance of operating problems and conditions.
9. Complete required paperwork but not limited to plant orders, sample tags, lift truck inspections report, work request, and downtime reports.
10. Stencils product with customer information, repalletizes product, dumps nonconforming product.
11. Maintains and oversees good housekeeping practices. Inspects packaging supplies for reuse.
12. Maintains good housekeeping practice and ensures packaging supplies are inspected for potential reuse.
13. Maintains records of production.
14. Works closely with Purchasing and Scheduling to ensure adequate supplies of packaging and production materials are available.
15. Follow ISO 9001 guidelines and support the quality management system.
16. Consults with Maintenance personnel and initiates action to correct any problems if any are found.
17. Notify Production Manager of any problems that will or may impact a confirmed finished product ship date.
18. Consults with QC Lab Technician to assure compliance with quality control specifications.
19. Works with other hourly and salary staff on continuous improvement efforts which may include the attendance of meetings, the use of continuous improvement tools, the tracking of data and issues on white board and other activities
20. Other related duties as needed.

Specialized/Technical Knowledge or Required Skills

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Willing and able to work and act safely.
• Must be able to operate a forklift and maintain forklift certification.
• Must be able to perform basic mathematical calculations that include the following: multiplication, addition, and percentages – all of which can be accomplished with the use of a calculator if needed Must have good overall communication skills with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Must be able to read and comprehend company safety manual policies, operating procedures, SDSs, and various production schedules / reports.
• Must be able to lift and move 50 lbs. consistently while packaging, must be able to ascend and descend ladders, climb stairs, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, and crawl. Must be able to work in a dusty environment where temperatures vary from extremely hot to cold, work in humidity and around various chemicals.

Physical Requirements

• Works inside and outside in all areas of plant, and is often exposed to heat, cold, inclement weather, grease, oil, potential ground product / raw material spillage and dirty working conditions.
• Has a thorough knowledge of manual bagging, super sack filling, and automated packaging, the ability to start up, run and explain the process.
• Must follow and comply with OSHA industrial regulations.

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.

U.S. Market-Based Salary Range

[$22.97 - $25.28]

In addition to base compensation, individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and profit-sharing payout.

Huber also offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package as detailed on the Huber Benefits Hub

Our employees are our strongest asset, and their safety, health, and well-being is our highest priority. We respect the individual by providing opportunities for professional and personal development. Our Principles drive us to create an inclusive workplace where employees share core values, show dignity and respect toward others, and work hard to achieve their best performance.

J.M. Huber Corporation is an EEO employer. Pre-employment drug screening is required