Packaging Operator

Job Location:: Orangeburg, SC
– Orangeburg, SC

Red Collar Pet Foods is looking for a Packaging Operator to join our exciting new pet food business at one of our manufacturing plants.

Who is Red Collar?

We are pet people, and to us pets are family.

We believe that they deserve good food made with wholesome and balanced nutrition in every bag and bowl.

It is our commitment to quality ingredients and manufacturing exclusively in the U.S.

which makes us all proud of our company and the pets we ultimately feed.
As part of our overall total compensation package, Red Collar Pet Foods offers a competitive benefits package to all associates which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, and 401k match.

Associates are also immediately eligible (based on hire date) up to three weeks of vacation, Paid Holidays per year, Sick Pay, Maternity & Parental Leave and annual/quarterly bonus earning potential, plus many other ancillary benefits not listed here.
Purpose of Role
The Packing Operator position assembles shipping containers, packs finished product into them and prepares them for shipment.

They may also function as a relief operator when needed.
The Role:
The Packaging Operator position is responsible and accountable for assuring all finished product is packaged according to proper specifications and standards.

Key Responsibilities:
Operate within specified efficiency/productivity standards based on formulation and packaging capability and within established finished product specifications for each formula.

Perform packaging evaluation checks as required, and maintain accurate documentation as defined by site requirements.

Perform packaging equipment adjustments and preventative maintenance activities as required to assure finished packages are in compliance with specifications and standards.

Perform sanitation duties as required by the Master Sanitation Schedule with particular attention to lockout/tag out and confined space entry when required
Assist the plant to meet or exceed production goals
Participate and adhere to all food safety requirements, quality management processes, and site safety programs to ensure that all standards are met.

Maintain a clean, safe work environment that promotes associate safety and product integrity
All associates are responsible for the safety, quality and food safety in their work area
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Key Functional Skills/Knowledge
Standing on a concrete floor
Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform)
Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 55 lbs.

Must be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes, such as hot to cold, dust, dirt and chemicals
Team player
Action oriented
Problem solving abilities
Strong communication skills
Continuous self-development
Must be capable of working at elevated heights and or confined space
Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform)
Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 55 lbs.
Must be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes such as hot to cold, dust dirt and chemicals
Knowledge of local, federal, and industry regulations with regards to: Food Safety (GMP, HACCP), Food Quality (Product and Process)
Q&FS testing practices and procedures, QMP polices and SPC
Forklift assignments require OSHA certification and getting on and off frequently
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Be 18 years of age or older
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment with a positive attitude and minimal supervision
High school diploma or equivalent
Good basic math, reading and writing skills
Basic knowledge of personal computers
Good problem solving and/or troubleshooting skills
Working knowledge of Safety, Quality and Material Management Systems and procedures
Ability to read and understand the daily production run schedule, and execute to that plan
Ability to communicate to managers and team members any production, quality/food safety or other business critical information vital to operations and customer service
Must be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules
Ability to understand and effectively communicate in the English language
Successful completion of a substance screening and background check
Preferred Quali?cations:
3+ years of manufacturing experience operating a variety of machines
2 years of work experience within manufacturing, or a technical and/or trade discipline
Demonstrated competency in computer and pc software including MS Office and email
Knowledge of inventory control principles
Ability to operate a forklift/OSHA certification
Experience with JD Edwards
Red Collar Pet Foods is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request.

The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request

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