Location: Pittston,PA, USA
Description*Position: * Packaging OperatorDepartment: Thermoforming, Injection Molding, Decoration, or Direct PrintGreiner Packaging is seeking Packers to join our team in Pittston TWP, Pennsylvania. This position is essential to maintaining smooth production operations at our manufacturing plant. This position provides technical capability within the specific department, with regards process optimization, product specifications and technical decision making. The decorations department is responsible for the production of the end product, from plain to decorated product with cardboard wrapping. You will load and changeover machinery, and keep machines running smoothly; communicating any problems that arise to supervisors in a timely manner.*Main Responsibilities *•Work with high-speed machines dailyUnload undecorated cups onto jacobs ladderMachine cleaning Daily/Weekly/PMAssist technician and supervisor with product line clearancesMake boxes, insert plastic bags into boxesPack boxes with finished productPlace packed boxes on palletsUse hand trucks to move palletsFrequently lift up to 50 lbs. on continuous basis (Weight of boxes will depend on assigned technology)Quality-Attention to detail is critical for these positionsPerform quality checks on finished/unfinished products before packagingKeep work area neat and clean to ensure product does not become contaminatedKnow all safety rules, regulations and company policiesPerform other duties assignedResponsible for Food Safety within scope of work, including adherence to site Hygiene Code of Practice and SQF / FDA regulatory requirements, and reporting of food safety concerns / improvement suggestionsRequirements*Required Skills *Previous experience in a high speed/fast paced Manufacturing environment preferred but not requiredFrequently lift up to 50 lbs. on continuous basisRegularly push or pull a palletRegularly required to stand for long periodsWork near moving mechanical partsRequires hand washing multiple times throughout a shift, including exposure to cleaning agents that may be harsh to the skin. (PPE Provided)