Packaging Operator II $18+/hr DOE (3rd shift-graveyard)

Packaging Operator IIHeadquartered in Lakeville, Minn., Post Consumer Brands, a business unit of Post Holdings, Inc., is dedicated to providing people and their pets with delicious food choices for every taste and budget. The company's portfolio includes beloved brands such as Honey Bunches of Oats™, PEBBLES™, Grape-Nuts™ and Malt-O-Meal™ cereal and Peter Pan™ peanut butter, as well as Rachael Ray® Nutrish™, Kibbles 'n Bits™ and 9Lives™ dog and cat food. Post also provides private label solutions to customers in pet food, cereal, nut butters and granola. As a company committed to high standards of quality and to our values, we are driven by one idea: To make lives better by making delicious food accessible for all. For more information about our brands, visit Eugene, Oregon plant produces both organic and non-organic granola, with annual production of up to 52 million pounds. The site supports a team of more than 200 manufacturing and support employees and plays an important role in supplying private label granola products across the U.S.Eugene is known for its strong focus on sustainability, outdoor recreation, and innovation. Home to the University of Oregon, the city is widely recognized as the birthplace of Nike, reflecting its long-standing connection to athletics and performance culture and is also known as Track Town USA. Another frequent cry in Eugene establishments is "Go Ducks," celebrating the triumphs of the U of O men's and women's sports teams. Eugene offers abundant access to parks, trails, and natural beauty, along with a vibrant arts and food scene, creating an engaging and lifestyle-oriented community for employees and their families.ResponsibilitiesWage: $18.00/hour+ depending on experience3rd Shift Differential: $1.50/hr!Position Summary:Our Packaging Operator II roles support continuous manufacturing at our Eugene facility. In addition to Packaging Operator II duties and responsibilities, our Operator II roles are responsible for safely, effectively, and efficiently operating packaging equipment according to product and customer specifications. Employees in this role lead changeover procedures for assigned packaging lines and are accountable for ensuring timely and accurate changeovers occur. Employees in these roles also perform critical housekeeping and clean-up responsibilities to support overall quality and food safety program responsibilities.Duties and Responsibilities:Operates packaging equipment according to product specifications and customer requirements, ensuring accuracy in weights and quality of packaging. Monitor and accurately troubleshoot/adjust machine settings as requiredEfficiently and effectively lead changeover procedures for packaging lines. Use tools, standard operating procedures, and specifications to set up machines according to customer, food safety, quality, and product requirementsUse work order parameters to perform checks of product, packaging, and case printing. Reports any issues or concerns observedFrequently inspect product for adherence to quality, food safety, and customer requirementsSafely and efficiently case pack and hand palletize pouches and cartons according to product specifications and customer needs, as neededAccurately and efficiently complete paperwork and logs during production, changeovers, washdowns, and First Article eventsPerform routine housekeeping responsibilities according to quality and food safety standards, including: cleaning floors, recycle materials, trash, end of shift clean upsResponsible for following policies, standard operating procedures, customer specifications, and GMPs to maintain overall Food Safety and Quality program excellenceOther duties, as assignedQualificationsEducation & Experience Required:1+ year(s) machine operation experienceMust be able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime, as neededPreferred Education, Experience, and Skills:High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institutionMust have previous experience operating basic computer programs (Excel, Outlook, Manufacturing Systems)Previous experience with an ERP system (JDE)Previous experience operating packaging machineryPrevious experience operating powered industrial trucks (PIT)Must be able to work in a team environmentMust be able to follow written methods, paying close attention to detailsMust be able to follow specific work direction and adjust as necessary to accomplish the jobMust be able to maintain legible & accurate records / paperwork as requiredPhysical Requirements: Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:Must be able to walk or stand for up to 8+ hours per shiftMust be able to reach above shoulders for 1+ hours per shiftMust be able to balance, bend, crouch, kneel, and stoop for 4+ hours per shiftMust be able to perform simple grasping, push, pull, and feel for 4+ hours per shiftMust be able to lift up-to 50 poundsMust be able to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken or written wordMust be able to make fine distinctions by soundMust be able to distinguish object or equipment visually