Bottling and Packaging Technician Automation Specialist

Bottling and Packaging Technician Automation SpecialistPosition Type: Full Time Job Shift: Day Education Level: High School Travel Percentage: None Category: Skilled Labor - TradesJob DescriptionJob Title: Bottling and Packaging Technician – Automation Specialist Reports to: Plant Supervisor Job Type: Hourly, Non-exemptSummary: The Bottling and Packaging Technician is responsible for operating, maintaining and setting up automated bottling and packaging equipment to fill, seal, label, and prepare fuel additives in various container sizes. This role also includes shipping and inventory responsibilities, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with automated systems and strong attention to detail, safety, and quality standards.Responsibilities and Essential Duties:Operate, set up and maintain automated and non-automated bottling and packaging equipment.Bottle all product lines in various package sizes.Build boxes, label containers, and package finished products.Palletize and prepare orders for shipping.Load and unload trucks using forklifts or pallet jacks.Conduct quality control checks to ensure packaging accuracy.Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with stock rotation.Collaborate with production, logistics, and quality control teams.Participate in production meetings and yearly inventory.Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.Assist with minor equipment, maintenance and troubleshooting.Crosstrain as neededFollow company safety & security guidelinesAttendance and punctuality are essential functions of this job.Other duties as neededQualificationsQualifications: To successfully perform this job and individual must be able to do the responsibilities and essential duties adequately. Knowledge, skills and abilities for each task are expected to be both known and acquired through training.Required Education and/or Experience: • High School Diploma or GED recommended. • Minimum 1 year of experience in a packaging or manufacturing environment. • Experience with automated bottling and packaging equipment. • Forklift certification is a plus. • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. • Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and stand for extended periods. • Basic computer skills for inventory and shipping software. • Good communication and time management skills. • Willingness to work in a fast-paced production environment.Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is frequently required to standing (approximately 90%), sit and walk (approximately 10%). The employee will be expected to lift and move materials up to 60 pounds.Mental Demands: The employee will be required to follow procedures and do repetitive tasks.Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is moderately loud.The individual who occupies this position must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of such individual or others in the workplace. This means the individual must not pose a significant risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of the individual or others that cannot be eliminated or reduced by reasonable accommodation.The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties may be assigned and/or reassigned as needed and/or instructed by department manager, general manager or another supervisor.FabCorp/Hammonds is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or disability.