Packaging Operator I - 2nd shift and Weekend AM shift

Are you ready to embark on a career where innovation meets excellence? At Jost Chemical Company, we’re on a mission to push the boundaries of chemical manufacturing, delivering high-quality products that make a positive impact on global industries.

If you’re passionate about chemistry, dedicated to precision, and eager to contribute to a company that values both innovation and integrity, explore our exciting job opportunities. Join us in shaping the future of chemical manufacturing at Jost Chemical Company, where your career is more than just a job – it’s a journey of growth and achievement.

Then, this position is right for you!

Founded in 1985, Jost Chemical is a global leader in the manufacture of high purity mineral salts for the nutritional, pharmaceutical and specialty markets. Expansion, growth of capabilities, and investment in people, lab and production equipment have been a part of Jost's company culture for 35 years. To learn more about Jost Chemical please visit www.jostchemical.com

Our offer:

• Shift Differential
• Medical/Dental/Vision Plan Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance first of the month following 60 days.
• 401k plan which includes safe-harbor contribution and discretionary match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Employees eligible first day of employment.
• 9 Company Paid Holidays (72 hours) each year.
• Uniforms Provided
• Foot Protection- annual allowance for all laboratory, maintenance and production employees.
• 24-hour access to our free, on-site fitness center.
• We provide Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Jost Chemical is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. We consider applicants, and make all employment decisions, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best talent in the chemical manufacturing industry.

Background

• Works under direct supervision of the Packaging Manager in a GMP regulated manufacturing environment operating under Q7A QUALITY standards

• Performs routine packaging operations of dry and liquid chemicals for storage or transport. The work process involves steps that are largely repetitive in character, requiring careful adherence to well-established instructions usually provided in operations manuals.

Tasks

• Tends or operates machine that packages product; starts/stops machine by engaging controls; regulates machine flow, speed, or temperature; stops/resets machine when malfunctions and clears machine jams; adjusts machine settings and machine components for desired size or rate of product; observes machine operations to ensure quality and conformity of filled or packaged products to standards
• Prepares product for packaging operation in most efficient way to ensure continuous operation.
• Stocks packaging material; organizes workspace (setup and teardown) efficiently.
• Tests and evaluates product and verifies product weight or measurement to ensure quality standards.
• Inspects and removes defective product and packaging material, separating rejected items.
• Secures finished packaged items by hand tying, sewing, or attaching fastener.
• Attaches identification labels to finished packaged items; completes packaging batch records for items packaged; counts and records finished and rejected packaged items.
• Palletizes finished packaged items or packs items in cartons or containers.
• Cleans, assembles, and makes minor repairs to machinery and equipment using hand tools.
• Operates hand truck or fork lift.
• Enhances site safety, follows all procedures related to Safety including and not limited to PPE use, gowning procedures, housekeeping, workplace organization, cleaning
• Any other tasks deemed necessary by Management for the betterment of Jost operations

Specifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge of:
  1. Mathematics and English comprehension (Basic level)
  2. Raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods (Basic level)
  3. Safety, health and environmental rules and regulations, policies and procedures
• Skill in:
  1. Troubleshooting and product inspection
  2. Operation control and monitoring
  3. Equipment maintenance and light repair
  4. Management of material resources
• Ability to:
  1. Work in extreme cold and hot (120 F) environment
  2. Comprehend oral and written English instruction
  3. Lift 55 pounds and drive fork truck in safe and efficient manner
  4. Follow established policies and procedures
  5. Operate and maintain chemical processing equipment
  6. Exhibit manual dexterity, perceptual speed and extent flexibility
  7. Adopt to rapidly changing priorities based on business needs
  8. Pass pre-employment physical with drug screen and physical capabilities test
  9. Squat to touch floor 10 times without assistance
  10. Lifting: Graduated lift to 55 pounds in box 4” to 57”
  11. Lifting: Stack 40, 55 lbs. bags within 10 minutes
  12. Push at least 102 lbs. from any height.
  13. Pull an average of 100 lbs. at 36”
  14. Ascends/Descends vertical ladder 15 rungs (8 rungs 2 times)
  15. Lifting: 30 lbs. to workers overhead extension for 1 repetition
  16. Simulation of scraping movement: 20 lbs. CW/CCW for 2 minutes @ 18 ht.
  17. Simulation of opening/closing a valve with cross bar at 60 ht.
  18. Maneuver: 185 lbs. floor to 4” one time