Dry Plant Packer

OVERVIEW:

  • Temp Associates has a 90 day temp to hire Drying Plant Packager position available in Clinton, IA with Sethness Roquette.
BASIC FUNCTION:
  • Packaging and inspection of all powder products according to SPC specifications.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Operation of the packager, scale, and hopper vibrator.
  • Fork truck operation and propane tank removal and installation.
  • Package fabrication and understanding box schedule and instructions including:
  1. Stenciling
  2. Label placement
  3. Taping
  4. Inserting bags
  5. Follow any special instructions
  6. Location of materials (tape, stencils, etc.)
  • Repair pallets.
  • Assist in loading and unloading vans.
  • Access to all four levels of the plant is required to assist in assembling and disassembling equipment, including the atomizer.
  • Recycle cardboard.
  • Qualify as a drying plant operator, liquid production operator and filter operator.
  • Via visual inspection insure that the weight and packaging of the powder meet all SPC specs.
  • Rotate stock.
  • Maintain a safe and sanitary work area.
  • Other duties as assigned.
FOOD SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY:
  • Operate according to accepted Good Manufacturing Practices to insure the integrity of the finished product. Monitor HACCP conditions for metal detection.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES WITH PERCENTAGE OF TIME:
  • 60% Packaging
  • 40% Other related duties

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
  • None
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
  • High School graduate, good understanding of math and sciences with computer operating skills
Experience:
  • Industrial Manufacturing
Knowledge:
  • Safety practices in handling chemicals and working with high pressure equipment
Physical:
  • Able to frequently lift up to 50 lbs., reaching, walking, standing, twisting, and stair climbing.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
  • Normally air-conditioned atmosphere with some exposure to high heat and humidity during cleaning operations. Exposure to caramel aromatics.
SHIFT:
  • Rotating 8 hr. shifts, Sundays, and rotating 12 hr. shifts (scheduled 7 days/week operation)

WAGE:
  • Starting at $18.50 ($21.60 after 90 days, $22.60 after 6 months, and $0.75 increases annually for years 1-4)
 
SCREENING/TESTING REQUIREMENTS
  • Pre-employment drug screen and background check
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