Weekend Packing Jobs in North Prairie, WI (NOW HIRING)

LOCATION: Franklin, Wisconsin

BASE RATE PER HOUR: $20.45

SHIFT: Night Shift - 12 hour - 2-2-3 Schedule (Work every other weekend)

HOURS: 5:45 PM until 6 AM.

JOB SUMMARY/ JOB DUTIES:

The Auto Case Packer, under the general supervision, is responsible for the safe, efficient and continuous operation of snack packaging machinery.

Reads production schedule and plans accordingly.

Efficiently maintains the operation of packaging machinery by monitoring codes, dates and prices.

Maintains an adequate supply of roll stock and ensures all packaging materials available for each machine.

Adjusts machine micro logic set-up as needed to maintain an efficient and low waste operation.

Understands and demonstrates the necessary skills involved to efficiently operate packaging equipment in so far as, but not limited to, machine setups, changeovers, proper running, procedural adjustments, sanitation cleanup, and shutdown.

Properly plans ahead for machine changeovers and efficiently changing from one product item to another.

Monitors and adjusts each machine to ensure proper cut off of film and bags have proper end seals and back seals as required.

Ensures machines are running at standard speeds.

Monitors and checks weights and product appearance as required.

Properly accounts for product run off and handles this product accordingly; sorts through and reworks all good product.

Keeps machines and work areas clean, wipes packaging machines off and blows down area when required.

Immediately reports any maintenance problems to Maintenance Mechanic or Supervisor.

Practices and adheres to appropriate safety and hygiene guidelines/procedures for safe housekeeping and personal protection.

Stores supplies in designated areas.

Keeps work area aisles/exits clear and free from obstruction; removes trash from work area floor.

Follows instructions for safe lifting/carrying of various sizes, shapes and weights; identifies/reports issues with equipment; reports all job-related injuries to supervision.

May provide leadership and direction to packers.

May be qualified to perform as Back-up Packaging Coordinator, or other technical/skilled position.

If applicable, may monitor and replenish seasoning on overhead to ensure proper seasoning coverage on product.

Mandatory overtime may be required.

May perform other duties as required.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or GED and/or 1-year production experience in a manufacturing environment required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to comply with the physical demands of constantly lifting and moving stock by hand or with manual equipment (including pallet jacks and forklifts). Ability to lift 40+ lbs. on a regular basis, and occasionally be able to lift/move more than 50+ lbs. with mechanical or peer assistance.

Sitting: Seldom

Standing: Continuously

Walking: Frequently

Using hands: Continuously

Climbing: Occasionally

Stooping, Kneeling: Frequently

Talking, Hearing: Continuously

Tasting, Smelling: (if applicable): Occasionally

Two Handed Carry: Frequently

Pushing: Frequently

Pulling: Frequently

Overhead Work Standing: Frequently

Ladder Climbing: Frequently

Kneeling: Seldom

Low Work Sitting: Seldom

Squat: Frequently

Repetitive Twisting Sitting: Seldom

Hand Dexterity: Continuously

Bending: Continuously

Repetitive Twisting Standing: Continuously

Weight:

Up to 10 lbs.: Continuously

Up to 25 lbs.: Frequently

Up to 60 lbs.: Continuously

Up to 100 lbs.: Occasionally

More than 100 lbs.: Seldom/Never

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Compensation and Benefits:

The starting rate for this full-time, hourly position is $20.45.