Job Details
Palmer International, inc.
2036 Lucon road
P.O. Box 315
Skippack, PA. 19474
Job Description
Packaging Operator 1
Company Information:
Palmer International Inc is a family run, privately held business founded in 1946. We are the oldest cashew derivative manufacturer in the world under original ownership, operating in a fully integrated ISO 9001-certified facilities, located in Skippack, PA and New Boston, TX. In addition to distribution arms in Europe and Asia. Palmer creates chemical fractions and derivatives using Cashew Nutshell Liquid (CNSL) and is the global leader in OEM friction particle development. Palmer also boasts the most recognized global brand by top brake-lining and systems companies.
Job Summary:
Packaging Operator 1 is an hourly, non-exempt, requiring minimal chemical plant experience, who can successfully fill, stack, and label finished product. This position requires frequent moving, exertion of moderation to heavy physical effort, and standing.
Duties:
- Set up, operate, and monitor packaging equipment.
- Safely and properly operate packaging and ancillary equipment.
- Fill, stack, and label bags according to Standard Operating Procedures.
- Operate a fork truck to move pallets.
- Adhere to all Palmer safety requirements, including safe ergonomics.
- Report quality control issues to the Lead Operator or Manufacturing Manager.
- Perform sampling for in-process and final product acceptance testing.
General Requirements:
- Must be willing to work overtime.
- Demonstrated safe work practices including the usage of PPE.
- Be able to lift 25-50 lb. frequently, 50-100 lbs. occasionally with necessary assistance.
- Ability to climb stairs and ladders frequently.
- Must be able to wear respiratory protection.
- Ability to work in a wide range of environments (indoors and outdoors) in varying degrees of heat and cold weather conditions.
- Must be able to work in a team environment.
- Must be able to follow both verbal and written instructions.
- Preferred knowledge of manufacturing processes and the operation of manufacturing equipment.
- Preferred knowledge of computers / control systems.
- Legible handwriting.
Basic Qualifications:
High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Zero to 1 year of manufacturing experience.