Packaging Technician

Packaging Technician Opportunity

Richardson Oilseed Products US, a division of Richardson International operates a state-of-the-art oil packaging facility in Memphis, TN where it refines and packages one of the United States' most recognized brands of canola and vegetable cooking oils, Wesson Oil.

Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and training and career development opportunities.

Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for a Packaging Technician at our Memphis, TN facility. The hourly wage for this position is $18.40 per hour.

Responsibilities:

• Understand and comply with all workplace health and safety requirements, company policies and procedures and general workplace rules.
• Participate in the day to day health and safety program by working in a safe manner at all times:
• Always using the required personal protective equipment.
• Ensuring that authorized work is completed safely.
• Utilizing required controls to prevent risk of exposure to hazards.
• Participating actively in incident investigations, training, and other health and safety initiatives.
• Reporting all unsafe acts and conditions and all incidents, near misses and workplace injuries/illnesses as per company procedure.
• Operate, monitor and troubleshoot automated packaging and related equipment such as case erector, bottle filler and packaging box filler in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ensure quality standards are met through samples at required intervals and perform related actions.
• Set up equipment for production and ensure all necessary materials are available, replenish as needed per production requirements.
• Perform visual inspections of production and document results.
• Determine and report malfunctions to the appropriate parties.
• Operate and monitor all packaging and related equipment and control systems.
• Ensure each process is operated within the given range of parameters.
• Complete all logs and related paperwork in a timely, accurate and professional manner.
• Assist in basic preventative maintenance procedures of equipment and basic general housekeeping standards.
• Regular preventative maintenance as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule and overtime when needed.
• Able to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of LEDS system is a plus.
• Understand instruction and follow direction.
• Work primarily in a warm to hot environment.
• Previous experience within a high-speed industrial environment and / or knowledge of industrial technology a plus.
• Must have the ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds, reach above head height, squat, kneel, bend and reach.
• Must have the ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Maintain clean and safe work area at all time.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• High School diploma or GED required.

Richardson is recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing and has over 3,500 employees across the US, Canada, the UK, and Europe. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and communities.

Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by May 19, 2025. Richardson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.