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Packaging Operator

Didion Inc.
Markesan, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 1/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/23/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Hours : Monday - Thursday, 5am-3pm OR 3pm - 1am

Starting Wage : $22 per hour ($2 / hr shift premium for 2nd shift!)

Location : Markesan, WI

Benefits :

  • All Employee Performance Bonus Plan
  • 401K / Roth 401K – 5% company match, no vesting requirement
  • Health / Dental / Vision
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Generous Wellness Incentives
  • Company contribution of $1,000 to $2,000 to your HSA
  • Holiday Pay (plus 2X your hourly rate for hours worked on a holiday)
  • Generous Paid Time Off (issued on day 1)
  • Paid Volunteerism
  • Tuition Assistance

Responsibilities :

  • Proactively monitor the packing equipment operator interface and DCS system to anticipate needs and quickly resolve any issues.
  • Perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance of pack line machinery, including resolving issues with jammed bags, improperly sealed bags, rejected bags, and jammed palletizers.
  • Support warehouse operations, including forklift operations, and loading and unloading shipments as needed.
  • Conduct basic quality checks of products before shipping to customers, including pulling samples for final product testing to be delivered to the quality lab.
  • Ensure final paperwork and computer data entry for shipped loads is completed promptly and correctly.
  • Perform deep cleaning of lines once orders are fulfilled or during breaks between production schedules.
  • Commit to growing and expanding skill set through training and education, leading to higher levels of responsibility or growth into a new role.
  • Requirements :

  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience. A technical school certificate or degree in a related field is a plus but not required.
  • Basic driving skills required; forklift driving experience is a plus.
  • General computer competency required.
  • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment, particularly a food-safe environment, is a plus.
  • Ability to work autonomously using critical thinking, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills to complete assigned tasks safely without supervision.
  • Fluent in English to communicate effectively with team members in a professional manner within and external to the pack department.
  • Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors :

  • Ability to work in environments with noise, dust, hot weather, and cold weather.
  • Must be able to lift 55 pounds.
  • Ability to ascend and descend stairs, ladders, and gangways frequently and work while standing continuously.
  • Ability to safely work at heights over 20 feet, including ladders, man lifts, harnesses, equipment tops, and scaffolding.
  • Ability to enter confined spaces following all safety procedures while performing job duties.
  • Must be able to communicate using and hearing a 2-way radio.
  • Dexterity and ability to maneuver equipment in tight working spaces.
  • Didion Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. We urge all qualified applicants to apply for this position. Selection will be based on qualifications as they relate to position requirements without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

    Didion uses the eVerify system to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

    Salary : $22

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