Powder Packaging Operator

Location: Littlefield

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Littlefield, TXtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition :
JR101745

Select Milk Producers is one of the nation’s largest and most progressive dairy cooperatives, with 32 wholly owned subsidiaries, 8 processing plants, and 8 joint ventures including Continental Dairy Facilities, Continental Dairy Facilities Southwest, Mill Haven Foods, Select Custom Solutions, Green Link and Select Services. With over 800 employees, the Select Milk family of companies impacts all aspects of the dairy farm business and at the heart of our family of companies, is you."We

strive to go above and beyond what’s expected in providing for our families, leading our employees, caring for our land and animals, serving our customers, producing quality milk, and serving one another. This commitment is more than our business, it’s in our culture and our character. We believe in being accountable, in doing what’s right, in performing at our best, in setting a higher standard."Select

Milk Producers and its subsidiaries offer an attractive compensation and a best-in-class benefits package that includes but is not limited medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more that can be tailored for you and your family. Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) up to 6% company match, life and disability insurance, and paid holidays & vacation. We are proud to promote an equal employment opportunity workplace.
** SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:
** Maintains proper packaging of dry product in 25kg bags and totes via filling, and stacking onto pallets using automated systems.
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* DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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* • Packaging Operators are responsible for the proper filling, and stacking of 25kg bags (55.115 lbs.) and accounting of Inventory produced.  
• Observing machine operations to ensure quality and conformity of filled or packaged products to standards.  
• Labeling and changing sample bags on auto sampler.  
• Monitoring the production line, watching for problems such as pileups, jams, or glue that is not sticking properly.  
• Inspecting and removing defective products and packaging material.  
• Changing and sealing unacceptable bags of powder produced during the shift.  
• Responsible for the general cleanliness of the packaging room and its equipment. The packaging room must remain USDA inspection ready at all times.  
• Knowledge and understanding of filling equipment and maintaining pace consistent with the packing line.  
• Reporting immediately to supervisor of any damage, irregular activity, or unsafe conditions concerning equipment.  
• Aiding in the training of new personnel.  
• Following all safety, work, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) rules.  
• Support a company culture of continuous improvement by participating in efficiency and improvement efforts.  
• Performing other duties as assigned by management.
** KNOWLEDGE SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

REQUIRED:

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* • An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  
• Must work in a safe, efficient manner and follow all safety procedures including the use of safety equipment.  
• Must have the ability to troubleshoot small problems and be able to discern when issues may require input from levels of authority within the corporation.  
• Must be willing to ask for assistance when the process is unclear.
** EDUCATION AND/OR

EXPERIENCE:

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* • A High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required.
** CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:*
* • Must possess or be able to acquire an Industrial Truck Operator License.locations:
Littlefield, TXtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Ago
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