Diamond Pet Foods · 1 day ago
Packaging Operator
Rushville, IN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$21/hr - $23/hrDiamond Pet Foods is seeking a Packaging Operator to manage various packing machines and ensure accurate product fill at high speeds. The role involves operating equipment, maintaining quality, and performing troubleshooting while adhering to safety and GMP standards.
Food Production
Responsibilities
As directed and trained, operate packing line machinery as directed to fill shift orders
Operate and perform routine adjustments and changeover functions. Specific examples would be adjustments for different bag configuration, to meet orders and load pallets, ensuing pallet centering based on bag package parameters
Operate printer and apply proper tags as trained
Perform and comply with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Perform product fill, seal, and stack configurations
Keep bags, pallets and cardboard available for proper stacking always
Troubleshoot minor bagging and package operating problems
Repair any damaged pallets or bags before shift is over
Communicate production status to oncoming shift personnel
Maintain communication with maintenance personnel on major machine issues
Working overtime is MANDATORY and requires full participation
Maintain Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) in accordance with company policy
Perform all functions in accordance with sound safety practices and procedures
Report all safety violations and safety hazards to Shift Supervisor immediately
Be an employee champion who will maintain a strong and positive working relationship with all employees with the utmost integrity, confidentiality, and ethical values
Assist in maintaining a positive team environment and good working relationship by maintaining a positive attitude toward all Diamond team members, vendors, and customers
Participate effectively in a team atmosphere by modeling and promoting conflict resolution, diversity, ethical practices, and organizational citizenship
Responsible for other duties as deemed necessary by Management
Qualification
Required
Must be computer literate
Must have ability to accept temporary assignment changes to assist other areas of the plant
Must be able to lift 50 pounds of product routinely and climb a ladder to maintenance equipment from a catwalk
Must be certified to operate forklifts
Responsible for communicating production status to oncoming shift personnel
Must work in a safe, professional manner always
Must report any accidents, property damage, or near misses to a supervisor immediately
Must be willing to/have availability to work any shift (day or night shift)
Ability to work independently without immediate direction or oversight. Self-motivated with a high degree of initiative and integrity
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, to effectively communicate in a professional manner
Excellent interpersonal skills (communication, listening, team player, cooperative, approachable)
High School Diploma or GED required
Preferred
Packaging experience at a food processing facility preferred
Company
Diamond Pet Foods
Founded in 1970 in Meta, Missouri, Diamond Pet Foods is one of the fastest-growing pet food manufacturers in the country.
Founded in 1970
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase