Packaging Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Location: Olivehurst, CA

Reports To: Plant Manager

Packaging Machine Operator

Position Summary

The Packaging Machine Operator safely and efficiently operates baling and packaging equipment to produce finished products that meet company safety, quality, and production standards.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Safely and efficiently operate baling and packaging equipment to produce packaged material for customers.

• Monitor equipment during operation and immediately report equipment problems, safety concerns, quality issues, or abnormal operating conditions to supervision.

• Follow established operating procedures, safety requirements, quality standards, and production expectations.

• Perform required quality checks and inspect finished products for proper packaging, weight, appearance, labeling, sealing, and overall quality.

• Accurately complete required production, quality, safety, and operational documentation.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including sweeping, removing debris, and cleaning around production equipment.

• Assist with clearing product or packaging jams in accordance with established safety and Lockout/Tagout procedures.

• Communicate production and quality concerns to supervisors and other appropriate personnel.

• Participate in required safety meetings, training, and company programs, and perform other production-related duties as assigned.

Mobile Equipment

Previous forklift, loader, skid-steer, or other mobile-equipment experience is not required for this position. Employees may be offered company-approved training and certification based on operational needs and development opportunities.

Qualifications and Skills

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Industrial or manufacturing experience preferred; one year of industrial machine-operating experience is preferred.

• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written work instructions and work safely around industrial machinery.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team while maintaining established production and quality standards.

• Willingness and ability to work overtime as required.

Physical Qualifications

The employee must be able to perform the following requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 lbs.

• Stand and/or walk for 8-12 hours during a shift.

• Regularly bend, squat, stoop, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive movements.

• Perform housekeeping activities and safely work around industrial production equipment.

• Work in a manufacturing environment where temperatures, noise levels, dust, and other conditions may vary.

Benefits

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching 

• Dental insurance 

• Employee assistance program

• Flexible spending account 

• Health insurance 

• Health savings account

• Life insurance 

• Paid time off 

• Professional development assistance

• Referral program 

• Retirement plan 

• Tuition reimbursement

• Vision insurance

Work Schedule

• 1st Shift: Monday-Friday; overtime may be required on Sundays.

• 2nd Shift: Sunday-Thursday; overtime may be required on Fridays.

• 3rd Shift: Sunday-Thursday; overtime may be required on Saturdays.

Overtime: Overtime is required as necessary based on production demands, staffing, customer requirements, and other operational needs.

Work Location

• On-site at the Olivehurst, California facility.

Compensation

$17.00 - $18.00

For consideration…

Due to the nature of our business, American Wood Fibers requires a tobacco and smoke-free environment. We offer a competitive package to include health, dental, vision and life insurance, plus profit bonus, paid time off and matching 401(k).  For more company information, please visit our web site www.awf.com AWF is an EEO employer.

Corporate Office

9740 Patuxent Woods Drive, Ste. 500

Columbia, MD 21046

800-624-9663 / 410-290-8700

Fax 410-290-6660

Other Locations

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Visit us at: www.awf.com