This is an hourly position in Manteno, IL that reports to the Production Manager. This position is a multi-skilled position responsible for the operation & quality control of all the Packaging Equipment & systems required in the process of making mustard finished goods. This person should be production oriented, educated in food safety defense, have good leadership skills & willing to work closely with the other Packaging Operators. Operate all packaging systems including unscramblers, fillers, cappers, sleevers, case formers, packers, case shrink wrappers, & palletizer. 

• Startup & shutdown of Packaging equipment following Safety & Quality guidelines.
• Perform the above in a manner to maintain consistent productivity & quality standards.
• Perform quality checks such as package fill weight, induction seal, bottle code, box code, etc.
• Keep accurate production & quality records.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in the Packaging area.
• Participate as an active member of the Production Team.
• Participate in Quality & Productivity improvement efforts.
• Follow all written & verbal Packaging production priorities for the day & week.
• Monitor & turn in all production & quality sheets for the shift.
• Turn in all Quality samples.
• Inform Production Manager of all personnel issues.
• Willing to work closely with the other Packaging Operators.
• Complete timesheet for packaging personnel on the shift each day & turn in.
• Assist in finding coverage for shift to fill in for absences & vacations.
• A good working & communication relationship with Maintenance & the Production Driver. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent. 
• Knowledge of manufacturing environment preferred.
• Effective verbal, written, listening, & interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work well with other departments within the company.
• Ability to work off shifts, weekends, & holidays if required.  
• Knowledge of food safety defense. 
• Must be self-directed.