Packer Operator I - Pellet Mills

Operates and monitors automated equipment that bags BBQ wood pellets into 20 and 40 pound units. The role monitors bag quality and robotic palletizing, transports finished pallets by forklift, and completes routine adjustments and basic troubleshooting to support safe, efficient packing-line operations.

• Operate automated bagging machines and monitor bag weight, seals, packaging alignment, labels, product codes, and batch information.
• Set up and monitor robotic palletizing and shrink-wrapping equipment; verify safe stacking patterns and pallet alignment.
• Make routine machine adjustments, complete basic troubleshooting, and promptly communicate quality, material, or equipment issues.
• Operate a forklift to move finished pallets to storage or staging areas.
• Record completed work in production logs or data systems and maintain packaging and storage areas in accordance with 5S expectations.
• Perform routine equipment checks and cleaning and follow all PPE, lockout tagout, inspection, and other safety requirements.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One to two years of automated machinery, manufacturing, industrial, or related production experience preferred.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to learn routine troubleshooting for automated bagging and palletizing equipment.

• Basic familiarity with automated packaging or robotic palletizing systems preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret machine settings, production schedules, and product labels.
• Attention to detail, sound judgment, and ability to respond promptly to routine equipment or process issues.
• Commitment to safety, quality, productivity, teamwork, and working independently within established procedures.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, twist, and reach for extended periods during the shift.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds independently and up to 75 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to perform repetitive work requiring manual dexterity and hand eye coordination and safely operate forklifts and assigned industrial equipment.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures and exposure to dust, noise, and vibration and to visually inspect products and monitor equipment indicators.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, gloves, steel toed boots, and hearing protection.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness.
• Ability to work cooperatively with co-workers.
• Ability to have regular and predictable attendance.