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  • Dry Plant Packer

    OVERVIEW:

    • Temp Associates has a 90 day temp to hire Drying Plant Packager position available in Clinton, IA with Sethness Roquette.
    BASIC FUNCTION:
    • Packaging and inspection of all powder products according to SPC specifications.
    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    • Operation of the packager, scale, and hopper vibrator.
    • Fork truck operation and propane tank removal and installation.
    • Package fabrication and understanding box schedule and instructions including:
    1. Stenciling
    2. Label placement
    3. Taping
    4. Inserting bags
    5. Follow any special instructions
    6. Location of materials (tape, stencils, etc.)
    • Repair pallets.
    • Assist in loading and unloading vans.
    • Access to all four levels of the plant is required to assist in assembling and disassembling equipment, including the atomizer.
    • Recycle cardboard.
    • Qualify as a drying plant operator, liquid production operator and filter operator.
    • Via visual inspection insure that the weight and packaging of the powder meet all SPC specs.
    • Rotate stock.
    • Maintain a safe and sanitary work area.
    • Other duties as assigned.
    FOOD SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY:
    • Operate according to accepted Good Manufacturing Practices to insure the integrity of the finished product. Monitor HACCP conditions for metal detection.
    MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES WITH PERCENTAGE OF TIME:
    • 60% Packaging
    • 40% Other related duties

    SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
    • None
    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
    Education:
    • High School graduate, good understanding of math and sciences with computer operating skills
    Experience:
    • Industrial Manufacturing
    Knowledge:
    • Safety practices in handling chemicals and working with high pressure equipment
    Physical:
    • Able to frequently lift up to 50 lbs., reaching, walking, standing, twisting, and stair climbing.

    WORKING CONDITIONS:
    • Normally air-conditioned atmosphere with some exposure to high heat and humidity during cleaning operations. Exposure to caramel aromatics.
    SHIFT:
    • Rotating 8 hr. shifts, Sundays, and rotating 12 hr. shifts (scheduled 7 days/week operation)

    WAGE:
    • Starting at $18.50 ($21.60 after 90 days, $22.60 after 6 months, and $0.75 increases annually for years 1-4)
     
    SCREENING/TESTING REQUIREMENTS
    • Pre-employment drug screen and background check
    If you have already applied, please call us at (563) 242-1078. If you are new to Temp Associates, click on the Apply Now button below.