Packaging Area OP - Moses Lake, WA

Packaging Area OP - Moses Lake, WAThe J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.SummaryThe Packaging Operator tends, maintains, and adjust machine that stock, fill, wrap, seal and label bags with finished product. This individual ensures that product and bagging requirements are met safely, efficiently and with minimal waste. The Packaging Operator inspects bagging line processes and materials and responds promptly to any machine malfunctions.Key Responsibilities

Ability to safely operate machinery

Familiarity with lock out tag out procedures a plus

Must be able to read and understand packaging manuals, coding, and material labels.

Technical ability and comfort using computers

The Packaging Operator inspects bagging line processes and materials and responds promptly to any machine malfunctions

Maintains the start up and continuous operation of packaging equipment while maintaining efficiencies and assists the department in meeting or exceeding daily packaging goals

Obtains daily work schedules and completes work orders based on standard operating procedures

Ensures packaging equipment functions according to specifications

Prepares packaging machines prior to product run including cleaning and making adjustments

Logs information from each run

Maintains safe and clean working environment

Ability to work day and night shift and weekends (6am-6pm / 6pm-6am)

Typical EducationHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED)Relevant Experience3+ years related experience and/or trainingOther Information

Able to maneuver in close quarters and climb stairs, ladders, scaffolds and catwalks on a regular basis

Possess considerable manual dexterity with both hands

Able to lift up to up to 40 pounds

Able to work in extreme environments: hot, cold, wet, and slick floors

Able to work with chemicals

Able to stand on concrete floors for long periods of time

Must have an acceptable safety record

Must have an acceptable attendance record

Must be able to work independently, with minimal supervision

Able to work in stressful situations

Able to distinguish colors

Able to read, understand, and communicate in a manner to successfully perform the job duties

Able to perform basic computer skills

Able to understand and apply basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and averages) including the proper use of a calculator

Job Requisition ID: 19810Travel Required: NoneLocation(s): FG Plant - Moses LakeCountry: United StatesRate of Pay: 24.45/ hrAttractive total rewards package that includes:

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) savings plan

10 Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

Details available in Collective Bargaining Agreement

Paid Family Building Leave

Education Assistance

Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com

The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.