Converting Operator

  • Arden Hills, MN
  • $23.97-29.88 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 29 days ago
We are Growing! We are expanding our converting department!Hood Packaging Corporation has a rich history in North America as a leader in the packaging industry. From day one, our company has been at the forefront in the design and manufacture of a wide range of packaging materials. Our goal at Hood Packaging is to provide a product that is manufactured in a safety conscious environment with attention to high quality, timeliness, and that consistently exceeds customer expectations. We are able to meet our goal every day because we employ some of the best packaging people in the industry. We couldn't succeed without our dedicated employees. If you are looking for more than just a job and you want a career, consider Hood Packaging Corporation.Pay-$23.97- $29.88 per hour. Plus, shift differential night shiftTrain on Days-Monday to Friday 6:00am to 2:00pm.Job Location-Arden Hills, MN * Will work rotating 12-hour shifts Day shift: 6 am - 6 pm including every other weekendScope of position: To learn the manufacturing process of making and packaging bagsDuties/Responsibilities:
  • Run the machines efficiently, with very high quality and low waste.
  • Assure quality checks/lists, production reports, and any other necessary documents are properly filled out.
  • Ensures materials and machines are prepared for next order/ next shift in a timely manner.
  • Catching bags on all machines.
  • Packing boxes, learning packing patterns.
  • Assist with waste disposal.
  • Read work orders.
  • Assist and support Operator with set-up.
  • Reporting any damage to equipment to the Production Manager or Shift Supervisor as soon as it occurs.
  • Keeping waste at a minimum.
  • Communicating all necessary information of importance to the Operator on the next shift.
  • Complete training as required.
  • Perform other duties assigned or requested by Shift Supervisors.
Knowledge/Skills Requirement:
  • Regular communication with Shift Supervisors.
  • Regular communication with Co-Workers.
  • Frequent contact with other departments.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Education – High School diploma or GED
  • Training – On the job, with qualified associates
  • Experience – On the job
Physical Demands
  • Some physical effort required – may be high duration and low-intensity or moderate duration and intensity.
  • 12-hour shifts-frequent standing and walking.
  • Occasional sitting, bending, crouching, kneeling, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and reaching.
  • Able to lift 50+ pounds.
Work Environment
  • Primarily on the facility floor.
  • Hazards are those normally associated with a Plant position and include noise levels above 85 decibels, warm building temperatures during mid-summer months.
  • Personal and product safety requirements for the plant include hearing protection, safety glasses, safety shoes and hairnets.
Skills
  • Must be proficient in English- speak, write, read, and comprehend.
  • Must be able to communicate in an effect and respectful manner.
  • Ability to read, write and understand directions and follow a manufacturing order.
  • Basic understanding of the imperial and metric measuring system.
  • Works effectively with other associates, promoting a team environment.
Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen.Low Cost Benefits!MedicalDentalLife Insurance401(k) matchingVacationHolidaysHood Packaging Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and considers applications for all positions without regard to race, gender, religion, nation origin, age, martial or veteran status, the presence of a on-job-related medical condition or handicap and any other legally protected status.

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