palletizer technician

FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB: Operates console that controls automatic palletizing equipment to sort, transfer, and stack on pallets containers of finished products.  Reads production and delivery schedules and stacking pattern to determine sorting and transfer procedures, arrangement of packages on pallet, and destination of loaded pallet. Observes packages moving along conveyors to identify packages and to detect defective packaging.  Turns selector switch on palletizer to control stacking arrangement of packages on pallet and to transfer loaded pallet to storage or delivery platform. Supplies loading equipment with empty pallets. Stops equipment to clear jams. Informs palletizer mechanic and/or supervisor of equipment malfunction. Keep record of production, equipment performance and line clearances.  Required to help report production.

Summary of Job Function (not all encompassing)

1. Paperwork certified.

2. Work in a safe manner following all safety SOP

3. Follow line clearance instruction (Aaron Roe is creating instructions)

4. Will be monitoring the infeed conveyors form the palletizer catwalk, primary focus will be at the top portion of the palletizer unit (open flaps, sideways cases etc.…). 

5. Rework and put good cases back on the line, verifying it is the current batch running.

6. If a case is damaged: sort out and return the good bottles to the appropriate line and dispose of the damaged bottles (mouth wash will be poured up and alcohol returned for pour up)

7. Communicate with the packaging supervisors or line leads about upcoming change overs, to include which type of pallet (PECO or GMA) and pallet pattern.

8. Watch for change over cans and ensure the palletizer is purged of the current label and a proper line clearance is completed and documented. No signs of the previous run is to remain on the palletizer after line clearance (bottles, labels, shipping cases, etc.).

9. Assist with the cleanliness of the area (dusting, sweeping, wiping down, etc.).

10. Must be forklift certified and able to load pallets into the palletizer and change pallets if a change is required.

11. Reset minor jams and miscounts. Change programs for different product. 

Essential Functions

1. Behavior: Exhibit team player qualities of cooperation and coordination; professional interaction in all business contacts, all day, every day
2. Attendance: Present for work when scheduled is a mandatory function.  Work hours may extend pass normal business hours based on the workload of the department.
3. Safety: Your compliance and enforcement of all company safety rules, procedures and guidelines is essential.  Reporting safety issues is mandatory.

Physical Activities: Amount of Time Standing over 2/3 of the time.  Walking over 2/3 of the time.  Sitting less than 1/3 of time.  Using hands to finger, handle or feel over 2/3 of the time.  Reach with hands and arms 1/3 to 2/3 of time.  Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl under 1/3 of time.  Talk to hear over 2/3 of time. 

Physical Demands: This job requires that weight be lifted, or force be exerted.  Up to 10 lbs over 2/3 of time.  Up to 25 lbs between 1/3 to 2/3 of time.  Up to 50 lbs under 1/3 of time

Visual Acuity: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less).  Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more).  Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions: Wet or humid conditions (non-weather) under 1/3 of time.   Vibration 1/3 to 2/3 of time.  Work near moving mechanical parts over 2/3 of time.   Work in high, precarious places 1/3 to 2/3 of time. 

Knowledge: Basic Data Entry: Logging into an automated system to enter new data in predefined format (one or two screens or predefined spreadsheets).  Word processing of memos, letters, and routine narrative reports is included.

Experience: Level 3: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to nine months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

License(s)/Certification(s) Required: Equipment Operator, Paperwork certified, Forklift certified

Palletizer Technician

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. The tasks listed are commonly associated with the defined position and are not intended to mean always or only.  There are different experiences that suggest other ways or circumstances where reasonable changes or accommodation are appropriate.

Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

All activities, Demands, Conditions and Requirements are linked to Essential Job Functions unless marked with an asterisk which denotes linkage only to marginal function(s).