Reports To: Packaging Supervisor FLSA Status: Non-exempt Supervisory Responsibility: None
Position Summary/Description
Packagers are responsible for overseeing packaging of the finished product into various sizes of
bags or sacks as required by the customer. He or she will also perform various duties to maintain
equipment in the packaging area and will execute work in a safe manner and maintain high
housekeeping standards.
Essential Functions
Receives instruction on customer requirements for finished product packaging and labeling during the shift.
Fills appropriate size packages with finished product using applicable packaging machine.
Monitors packaging equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation and minimize downtime.
Stacks bags or sacks onto pallets
Labels product packages.
Empties fines and overs into supersacks for rework
Samples the dryer, bags, & pallets per plan.
Perform minor maintenance on the packaging equipment such as changing screens.
Inspect and replace filter bags within the packaging baghouses.
Operate forklift to transport pallets of product.
Maintain housekeeping standards within the packaging area.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
This job operates in a plant manufacturing environment.
The employee must be able to be physically active for much of a 12-hour shift. They must be
able to work in environments that are not fully climate controlled and in inclement weather. They
must be able to lift up to 55 lbs. frequently. They must be able to climb stairs, ladders, scaffolding
and work at heights regularly. They must be able to stand, walk, stoop, bend, and twist. They
must be able to wear all PPE, as required, including but not limited to respirator and coveralls.
They should have roughly 20/20 vision, with or without corrective lenses of any type.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a non-exempt, 12-hour rotating shift position (6:45 - 6:45). It rotates through day and night
shifts as well as a 2/2/3 grouping over 7-day period resulting in a 36/48 hr. work week. Holiday
work is required on occasion.
Travel
No travel is expected for this position.
Required Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 1+ years in a similar manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated ability and discipline to read, interpret and follow operating procedures, safety procedures, and maintenance instructions.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with others.
Ability to work in a team-based manufacturing environment where all members are expected to support one another.
High degree of operational discipline and demonstrated dedication to safety and environmental stewardship.