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NFI Industries

Palletizer Operator

NFI Industries, Jenks, Oklahoma, United States, 74037


Overview:

The

Palletizer Operator

is responsible for operating the control panel forautomatic palletizing equipment to sort, transfer, and stack to pallets the cases offinished product. The operator is responsible for reading packaging specifications toensure correct pallet type and arrangement of cases onto pallet matchesspecification. They must understand and align business operations as they execute theirrole to exceed customer expectations and align with operational objectives.Responsibilities:Operates control panel for automatic palletizing equipment to sort, transfer, andstack on pallets the cases of finished product. Reads packaging specifications toensure correct pallet type and arrangement of cases onto pallet matchesspecification.Observes pallets moving along conveyors to identify defective cases, slip sheetsor pallets.Turns selector switch on palletizer to control stacking arrangement of cases onpallet and to transfer loaded pallet to delivery platform.Supplies loading equipment with empty pallets and slip sheets.Stops and restarts equipment to clear jams.Informs supervisor of equipment malfunction.Operate automatic bagger equipment by threading bag and going through thestartup process.Qualifications:

Sitting or standing, depending on changing job assignment, for extended periods.

Ability to perform consistent and repetitive tasks.

Physical and visual activities that are commonly associated with the performanceof the functions of this job:Standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), carrying (up to 50 lbs.), pushing,pulling, twisting (re-piling loads), kneeling, bending, reaching, going upand downstairs, visual acuity (near and far).

Reading computer screen or other electronic devices.

Lift Operation with clamp and fork attachments.

Use of various hand and electrical tools and equipment.

Work in areas of fluctuating temperature.

Other:Manufacturing experience preferred.

Conveyor experience and PLC (Programmable Logistics Controllers) is a plus.

Must be able to work other shifts if needed and perform overtime work asrequired.

Must have excellent communication skills, communicating with people at alllevels throughout the organization.

Qualified candidates will be mechanically inclined, solution oriented and somecomputer knowledge.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)LA County Applicants: The Company will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.