Packaging - 1st Shift
Job Description
Job Description
Packaging Associate : Lena, Illinois
Our customer in Lena, Illinois is a premier food production company seeking hard-working individuals to join their packaging department. As a Packaging Associate, you will be responsible for general packaging, stacking, lifting, and restocking of material into equipment.
Responsibilities of the Packaging Associate:
- Perform basic operations of assigned packaging equipment machine(s).
- Assist in changing over materials for the line, safely and efficiently to reduce downtime.
- Complete repetitive tasks usually involving one product line.
- Maintain the workflow with a team of 3 or more people.
- Stack products on pallets in a specific pattern.
- Assemble boxes for hand packing products.
- Operate metal detection and x-ray equipment as needed.
- Monitor production to ensure continuous flow, watching for inconsistencies, and preventing issues.
- Complete all required paperwork.
- Follow and contribute to the continuous improvement process.
Packaging Associate Requirements and Qualifications:
- Ability to push/pull 50lbs frequently and lift 20-40lbs.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Must be able to work in hot conditions (95-120 degrees).
- Work hours assigned and overtime as needed.
- Be responsible for sanitary and safety codes.
- Alternate between various jobs within the department.
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Experience in food manufacturing and/or packaging preferred.
Pay for Packaging Associate : Starting at $18/hour
Packaging Associate Benefits:
- Health insurance.
- Paid time off.
- 401k with company match.
- Paid weekly.
- Direct deposit.
- Paid training.
Type: 1st Shift, Full-time.
Schedule: Monday – Friday from 6:00am – done with some weekends as needed.
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