This position is responsible for filling totes and drums with refined glycerin, Canola, and lecithin.  Receiving packaging materials and supplies and loading packaged products onto shipping vehicles. Complying with all applicable company standards and government regulations.Primary Responsibilities/Essential FunctionsComply with company and food safety policiesReceive/unload packaging suppliesFill or empty glycerin, canola, and lecithin packaging tanks using computerized controls and following standard operating proceduresCreate accurate labels, print labels, and label drums, totes, and samplesPrint accurate shipping paperwork and ensure that it is sent with the correct packagesFill containers with glycerin, canola, lecithin, or other (sometimes mixing additives), using computerized controls and scalesUse a forklift to move containers and load trucks with the correct packaged material and accurate shipping paperworkConduct inventory audits of packaged products & materials; notify the packaging supervisor of low quantitiesInspect packaging equipment and report any issuesRespond to equipment issues or alarms; investigate and initiate resolutionsAccurately complete all required operational and food safety documentationRecord quantities of materials packaged per the Packaging Supervisor’s instructionsPerforms basic maintenance including gasket replacement, simple leak repair or other basic maintenance tasksAdditional Responsibilities FunctionsNew products or product containers might be added to our product line for packaging at any timeEnsure work area is kept clean and free of safety hazards.  This includes but is not limited to tasks such as daily cleaning, trash removal, pressure washing, minor painting, snow removal and salt spreading, etcComplete all required training tasks as assigned in EHS or by the Packaging SupervisorAttend and participate in safety and general meetings when scheduled or requestedCompany Conformance StatementsIn the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates and the general public.Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company.Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy.Equipment UsedSemi-automatic drum & tote filling equipmentStretch wrapperFork lift and other material handling equipmentElectric pumps and motorsHand valves and air actuated valvesPersonal computer, label printing equipment, plant HMI and Compuweigh computer systemsWorking ConditionsSafety Sensitive position with Continuous 24/7 plant, as well as off-shift call-in requirements when needed.  Regular exposure to a variety of temperatures and prevailing weather conditions; regular exposure to gases, vapors, dust, odors and flammable liquids; occasional exposure to areas with wet floors and high volume of noise.  Heavy lifting of manufacturing materials and products is required. Position will require regular stair climbing and extended periods of walking and standing in order to access and occasionally work in remote areas of the plant, heights and confined spaces.  Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be worn in compliance with Company standards and government regulations.  Extensions of regular working hours are occasionally necessary to complete time-sensitive projects or to respond to emergencies. 
