Packaging | Production Operator

Job Title: Packaging | Production Operator

Location: Plainsboro, NJ 08536

Contract: 4 Months+ and Possibility of Extension

Shift: 1st shift - 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM

Pay range: $25 - $29/hr. on W2

Education:

· High School diploma or equivalent

· Minimum 1 year experience handling chemicals.

PHYSICAL FIR TESTING REQUIRED

Key Responsibilities:

· Accurately weigh and pack orders in respective containers according to instructions.

· Operate all scales to weigh product for packing.

· Utilize company labeling procedures for packing and repacking orders and stock materials, including the immediate destruction of extra labels.

· Operate department pumps, filters, scales and computer systems to perform work tasks.

· Take samples from raw materials and finished product for testing, while adhering to Quality Control requirements.

· Ensure safe operation of forklift, drum handling equipment and Big Joe Lift.

· Follow inspection procedures for all containers prior to filling.

· Ensure proper storage of materials by following storage requirements for storage racks, freezers, cold and hot boxes.

· Other duties may be required.

Requirements:

·         High School diploma or equivalent

·         Minimum 1-year experience handling chemicals.

·         0 – 2 years of packing minimum.

·         Equipment operator experience in a manufacturing environment.

·         Knowledge of G.M.P (Good Manufacturing Practices)

·         Knowledge of H.A.C.C.P (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points)

Physical Requirement:

·         Ability to be on your feet 60% - 90% of the day.

·         Frequently lift a 35 lb. product hose.

·         Frequently move, lift, pull & push up to 50 lbs.

·         Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).

·         Willingness and ability to work in a facility with minimal temperature control, exposed to local temperature variations (hot & cold);

·         Must be able to operate a forklift.