Job details

Packaging Operator

What we offer

You will work on exciting and challenging topics together with a team in an ultra-modern, innovative and creative environment. Intensive on-the-job training with expert colleagues guarantees you will quickly become familiar with your duties and perform them independently. Performance related pay and the opportunity for personal and professional development are of course part of the package. Since 2009 Evonik Industries AG has been certified as a family-friendly company by the German Hertie Foundation.

Click on the link to learn more about Evonik from our employees:

https://careers.evonik.com/en/about/meet-the-team/

$7,500 relocation bonus for those that qualify as well as a $2,000 sign-on bonus

RESPONSIBILITIES

Operate packaging equipment (bag/FIBC fillers, stretchwrappers, hammer mills, deaeration, etc.) in a safe and efficient manner
Must understand and comply with site ESHQ procedures, cGMP’s and SOPs
Perform field quality tests and document in SPC program
Perform basic maintenance, changeover, set up, and troubleshooting of packaging equipment
Correctly complete and submit work orders for equipment failures which requires maintenance
Clean and purge packaging equipment
Accountable for accurately documenting, packaging and cleaning activities in Packaging worksheets and Process Logbooks
Transfer of finished goods within the Inventory Management System (SAP)
Safely and properly operate a forklift
Work effectively in teams to meet daily demand requirements
Accountable for Line performance (OEE) and able to effectively communicate hourly status of line to affected personnel to ensure timely resolution of issues (i.e. Supervisors, Engineers)
Maintain a good attendance record within policy guidelines
Demonstrate a positive attitude and personal behavior towards peers, management, and company
Ability to perform duties with minimum supervision
Share knowledge with co-workers for training purposes.
Identify areas for continuous improvement and efficiency improvements in support of TPM efforts
Participate in nonconformity investigations and help drive to root cause using tools such as 5- Why
Participate in regular training for EHS, Quality, and SOP updates
Assist shipping department when needed
Effectively perform all other duties as assigned or directed by plant management

REQUIREMENTS

High School education or General Equivalence Diploma required
Preferred candidate will have previous experience in a manufacturing environment
Must possess a good attitude and strong work ethic
Must be dependable and have a high degree of integrity
Must be a self-starter, able to multi-task, work independently and perform in a fast-paced environment
Ability to effectively communicate between team members and other departments
Ability to work in a production environment where heat, cold, dust and discomfort are common. Be willing to work flexible schedule and overtime (nights and/or weekends when needed)
Ability to lift 40lbs on a consistent basis with repetitive motion
Lifting 30 - 40lbs bags from packing equipment, up to 50 bags per hour, carrying bags 6 feet and palletizing using adjustable height platform
Requires bending to first level of about 1 ft and reaching to top level at 5.5 ft
Ability to lift 50lbs on an occasional basis
Ability to perform physical tasks for 12 hour periods of time including: standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling and twisting
Ability to frequently climb flights of stairs and ladders, of multi-level building
Ability to frequently mount and dismount fork truck.
Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment, including safety shoes, face masks, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, gloves and respirator when required
Experience with pumps, valves and motors preferred Experience with Microsoft Office platform preferred

Your Application

To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our

careers

portal

. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at

https://careers.evonik.com

Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations. If you have any questions regarding the application process, please call our Evonik Candidate Support at 0800 2386645 (Germany only) or +49 201 177 4200.

Your Talent Acquisition Manager:

Sean Levine [C]

Company is

Evonik Corporation