Packaging Specialist

Packaging Specialist

Posted Date : Oct 17, 2025

Requisition Number : 126640

Job Location : Plymouth, IN

Please note that this is a 3rd shift position requiring flexibility to cover other shifts as needed

Job Summary :

Responsible for coordinating and / or performing activities related to packing room machine reliability, machine, and process improvements, SQF compliance, training needs, R&D, and PMO (packaging machine operator)qualifications.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Determine skill set of all PMO's and / or potential candidates and provide feedback and recommendations as well as needed training.
• Provide input on PMO bids.
• Review, maintain, update, and train employees based on PMO Tier Progression program.
• Implement corrective action plans to reduce waste by 10% each year until waste is under 3%. Provide quarterly reports to Plant Management
• Manage parts inventory to facilitate repairs and PMO PM's. Work with ATS Site Manager, Planner / Scheduler, Engineering, and Parts Specialist
• Develop a systematic maintenance schedule for PMO's based on manufacturer's recommendation and tribal knowledge of equipment. Submit to ATS Planner / Scheduler for system inclusion. Track PMO PM Completions for SQF compliance
• Track and improve MTTF and MTBF for key areas determined with Plant Management. Target 10% improvement by machine and operator
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment including conveyors, scales, packing machines, etc. in conjunction with employees.
• Assess machine rates for current and new products and maintain / improve rates.
• Assist with R&D and sample requests as needed.
• Assist with CapEx design and implementations.
• Assist with equipment needs throughout facility as needed.
• Maintain / coordinate metal detector health and reliability.
• Provide input to Supervisors and PMO Training Specialist to hold all PMO's accountable for their entire job performance.
• You will be empowered and held accountable for the above listed job responsibilities.
• All ancillary equipment (i.e., formers, etc.) will be your responsibility to maintain and inventory.
• Support all plant SQF and KPI goals including continuous improvement initiatives, foreign material investigations, metal detector deviations, and customer complaint investigations.
• Continuously seek and complete technical trainings as needed.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by team members assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications or working conditions.

Nearest Major Market : South Bend