Huber Engineered Materials
Packaging Operator
Huber Engineered Materials
(J.M. Huber Corporation) is one of the largest privately held, family‑owned companies in the United States. Founded in 1883, we supply specialty chemicals, hydrocolloid solutions, engineered wood products and natural resources worldwide. With approximately $3 billion in sales and 4,000 employees, we serve a diverse set of industries across more than 20 countries.
Position Summary Packaging Operators are responsible for packaging units of the finished product, placing them on pallets and storing them in the warehouse. Operators use a forklift to move pallets to the warehouse and complete appropriate documentation. Employees maintain compliance with Huber’s Sustainability Management System within their sphere of influence. The shift hours are from 6 pm to 6 am; this role requires night work.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
Obtain bagging instructions, including quantity, proper bin, lot number and special instructions.
Use forklifts to obtain bags and wrapping materials. Review paperwork and bar code labels for accuracy.
Operate bagger and manually load 50‑lb bags on pallets, marking bags with lot number.
Weigh each packaged supersack and record on load‑out sheet.
Check the weight of several 50‑ and 100‑lb bags during operation as required by standard operating procedure.
Wrap pallets and move them to the warehouse.
Correctly attach bar code labels to pallets.
Scan labels and input pallet information into inventory systems.
Stack pallets in designated areas with forklift.
Adjust bag weight mechanism if necessary to meet specifications.
Troubleshoot and perform or assist with maintenance as needed or directed.
Maintain work area in a clean and safe condition (clean up may involve using a broom and shovel).
Assist in plant cleanup as directed.
Collect product samples during packaging operation and bring them to the lab for quality testing per standard operating procedure.
Clean out packaging stations when changing products and appropriately dispose or rework the clean‑out or change‑over material.
Correctly complete disposal/rework and over/under‑weight bag information on daily packaging report.
Complete packaging shift report at the end of each shift.
Actively participate in continuous improvement program.
Correctly use the Reclaim system and record reclaimed amount.
Specialized/Technical Knowledge or Required Skills
High School Diploma or GED required. Technical school a plus.
Minimum of 1–2 years’ experience in industrial/heavy equipment operation preferred.
Willing and able to work and act safely.
Must be able to react and respond to safety‑related situations.
Ability to read and comprehend a large amount of codes and work instructions.
Ability to accurately scan and input products into inventory systems.
Strong mechanical aptitude preferred.
Must be able to perform mathematical calculations including multiplication, addition, percentages (can be accomplished using a calculator or manually).
Must have good communication skills with employees at all levels of the organization.
Ability to understand, read, write and speak the English language.
Ability to read and comprehend safety policy manuals, SOPs, SDS and various production schedules/reports.
Basic computer skills to view e‑mail and complete required on‑line training courses.
Physical Requirements
Works inside and occasionally outside.
Exposed to extreme heat and cold, ranging from 20 °F to 120 °F, as well as dust, noise, vibrations and humidity for up to 12 hours at a time.
Ability to lift and handle an average of 55 lb. bags in repetitive motion daily. Shifts average 8–12 hours.
Must use arms to lift and hands and fingers to feel, hold and move product; routinely lift, push, pull, climb, kneel, squat, twist body.
Able to climb and descend 19 stairs multiple times a day.
Must be able to stand for up to 12 hours per shift.
Must be capable of wearing required PPE for entire shift: hard hat, safety‑toed shoes, safety glasses, safety harness/lanyard, gloves, hearing protection, etc.
Must be able to climb on/off forklift 150 times or more per shift.
Must be able to operate equipment at a speed that is prudent for the conditions while maintaining an efficient level of production.
Education High School Diploma or GED. Technical school or higher education preferred but not required.
Employment Information Entry level, Full‑time, Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology job function. Industry: Chemical Manufacturing.
Equal Employment Opportunity Huber Engineered Materials is an equal opportunity employer. J.M. Huber Corporation is an EEO employer. Pre‑employment drug screening is required.
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(J.M. Huber Corporation) is one of the largest privately held, family‑owned companies in the United States. Founded in 1883, we supply specialty chemicals, hydrocolloid solutions, engineered wood products and natural resources worldwide. With approximately $3 billion in sales and 4,000 employees, we serve a diverse set of industries across more than 20 countries.
Position Summary Packaging Operators are responsible for packaging units of the finished product, placing them on pallets and storing them in the warehouse. Operators use a forklift to move pallets to the warehouse and complete appropriate documentation. Employees maintain compliance with Huber’s Sustainability Management System within their sphere of influence. The shift hours are from 6 pm to 6 am; this role requires night work.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
Obtain bagging instructions, including quantity, proper bin, lot number and special instructions.
Use forklifts to obtain bags and wrapping materials. Review paperwork and bar code labels for accuracy.
Operate bagger and manually load 50‑lb bags on pallets, marking bags with lot number.
Weigh each packaged supersack and record on load‑out sheet.
Check the weight of several 50‑ and 100‑lb bags during operation as required by standard operating procedure.
Wrap pallets and move them to the warehouse.
Correctly attach bar code labels to pallets.
Scan labels and input pallet information into inventory systems.
Stack pallets in designated areas with forklift.
Adjust bag weight mechanism if necessary to meet specifications.
Troubleshoot and perform or assist with maintenance as needed or directed.
Maintain work area in a clean and safe condition (clean up may involve using a broom and shovel).
Assist in plant cleanup as directed.
Collect product samples during packaging operation and bring them to the lab for quality testing per standard operating procedure.
Clean out packaging stations when changing products and appropriately dispose or rework the clean‑out or change‑over material.
Correctly complete disposal/rework and over/under‑weight bag information on daily packaging report.
Complete packaging shift report at the end of each shift.
Actively participate in continuous improvement program.
Correctly use the Reclaim system and record reclaimed amount.
Specialized/Technical Knowledge or Required Skills
High School Diploma or GED required. Technical school a plus.
Minimum of 1–2 years’ experience in industrial/heavy equipment operation preferred.
Willing and able to work and act safely.
Must be able to react and respond to safety‑related situations.
Ability to read and comprehend a large amount of codes and work instructions.
Ability to accurately scan and input products into inventory systems.
Strong mechanical aptitude preferred.
Must be able to perform mathematical calculations including multiplication, addition, percentages (can be accomplished using a calculator or manually).
Must have good communication skills with employees at all levels of the organization.
Ability to understand, read, write and speak the English language.
Ability to read and comprehend safety policy manuals, SOPs, SDS and various production schedules/reports.
Basic computer skills to view e‑mail and complete required on‑line training courses.
Physical Requirements
Works inside and occasionally outside.
Exposed to extreme heat and cold, ranging from 20 °F to 120 °F, as well as dust, noise, vibrations and humidity for up to 12 hours at a time.
Ability to lift and handle an average of 55 lb. bags in repetitive motion daily. Shifts average 8–12 hours.
Must use arms to lift and hands and fingers to feel, hold and move product; routinely lift, push, pull, climb, kneel, squat, twist body.
Able to climb and descend 19 stairs multiple times a day.
Must be able to stand for up to 12 hours per shift.
Must be capable of wearing required PPE for entire shift: hard hat, safety‑toed shoes, safety glasses, safety harness/lanyard, gloves, hearing protection, etc.
Must be able to climb on/off forklift 150 times or more per shift.
Must be able to operate equipment at a speed that is prudent for the conditions while maintaining an efficient level of production.
Education High School Diploma or GED. Technical school or higher education preferred but not required.
Employment Information Entry level, Full‑time, Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology job function. Industry: Chemical Manufacturing.
Equal Employment Opportunity Huber Engineered Materials is an equal opportunity employer. J.M. Huber Corporation is an EEO employer. Pre‑employment drug screening is required.
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