What are the responsibilities and job description for the Profile Packaging Operator PM SHIFT position at New AHF Colors-Please Use this?
BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K
The Packaging Operator is responsible for inspecting HDPC packaging and labels, monitoring and operating packaging and finishing equipment, and performing equipment changeovers to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role supports production goals through equipment oversight, quality inspections, troubleshooting, and adherence to safety and quality management systems.
JOB DUTIES:
- Inspect HDPC packaging, labels, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality specifications
- Monitor, operate, and adjust packaging and finishing equipment to maintain efficiency and product quality
- Perform equipment changeovers, including size and order changes, following lockout/tagout procedures
- Supervise machine settings to ensure products meet quality and efficiency standards
- Maintain a constant supply of raw materials to the packaging process
- Inspect incoming raw materials, packaging materials, boxes, and labels for quality
- Troubleshoot line and product issues and resolve equipment jams, including accessing equipment as required
- Communicate defects, quality concerns, and production issues to manufacturing and quality team members
- Provide appropriate disposition of nonconforming or sub-quality products
- Assist with preventative maintenance activities in coordination with the maintenance team
- Assist team members and participate in job rotation and shift relief as needed
- Communicate key production and operational information to incoming and outgoing shifts
- Identify and communicate training needs for self and other team members
- Maintain accurate awareness and execution of Quality Management System (QMS) policies and procedures
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with safety standards
- Optimize production volume and product quality while adhering to safety requirements
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous manufacturing or packaging experience preferred
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Basic mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet production goals
- Strong commitment to safety and quality
- Must be able to pass a background check.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Frequently will push, pull, carry, and lift 50lbs.
- Frequent walking, standing, stretching, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, grasping, and repetitive movements
- Occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
- Frequently must be able to work in moderate noise, up to 83 decibels.
- Exposure to noise environment requires hearing protection.
- Must be able and willing to work in non-temperature-controlled environment, exposed to weather conditions.
MENTAL DEMANDS:
- Make decisions
- Develop options and implement solutions
- Work with a team
- Attention to detail
- Communicate effectively
- Work with a Sense of Urgency
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance (consistent with ADA and/or FMLA)
- Multitask in a fast-paced environment
AHF PRODUCTS:
AHF Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
AHF Products is a leading hard surface flooring manufacturer in the USA with a family of trusted brands serving the residential and commercial hardwood, tile, and vinyl flooring markets. With decades of experience in award-winning flooring design, product development, manufacturing, and service, we create quality flooring to last for generations through inspiring designs, innovation, and a deep commitment to outstanding customer service. Our residential flooring brands include Bruce®, Armstrong Flooring™, Hartco®, Robbins®, LM Flooring ®, Capella®, HomerWood®, Hearthwood®, Raintree®, Autograph®, Emily Morrow Home®, tmbr®, Crossville®, and Crossville Studios®. Our commercial brands include Bruce Contract™, Hartco Contract™, AHF Contract®, Armstrong Flooring, Parterre®, Crossville® and Crossville Studios®. Headquartered in Mountville, Pennsylvania, with manufacturing operations across the United States and in Cambodia, AHF Products employs over 3,000 dedicated team members.