Palletizer at ArdaghGroup in Fairfield, California

Job Description:

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

The Palletizer Operator is responsible for tending the auto-palletizer to ensure cans are palletized correctly. This includes inspecting, sorting, transferring, and stacking cans that come through the conveyer to be palletized.



KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Understands and complies with position related safety SOP's and work instructions, especially for Lockout/Tagout, Machine Guarding, Housekeeping, SQF, and Personal Protective Equipment.
• Tend to palletizer to ensure continuous production.
• Inspect and pull defective cans, adjust titled cans, and clear jams in the production line.
• Verify correct number of layers on each pallet.
• Maintain supplies and cleanliness of the palletizer area.
• Examine, test, and measure cans from assigned equipment for quality specifications using appropriate gauges and instruments to record data.
• Check product for visual defects.
• Perform preventative maintenance checks and inspection of assigned equipment.
• Analyze spoilage to determine cause and take corrective action.
• Analyze and record comments regarding cause of production delays.
• Notify supervisors of any incidences regarding recurring equipment malfunctions and/or any corrective action taken.
• Operate equipment and assist production as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned



KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• Familiar with Personal Protective Equipment
• Mechanically inclined; familiar with hand tools
• High School diploma or GED required
• Basic computer skills required
• 1+ years fast-paced production experience preferred



PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Able to stand in place for a long duration of time, in excess of 8 hours a day
• Able to bend over and rotate body repeatedly
• Able to lift 15+ pounds
• Exposure to heat, cold, vibrations, odors, fumes, and loud noise


Ardagh Metal Packaging is a leading global supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans to brand owners. A subsidiary of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group and a leading industry metal packaging company, Ardagh Metal Packaging employs more than 6,300 people across Europe, North America and Brazil, with sales of approximately $4.7 billion.


Ardagh Metal Packaging believes that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued and can work to their full potential. We offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team - you'll enjoy the journey!



Ardagh Metal Packaging - North America has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast feeding, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, creed, religion (including religious dress and grooming), color, national origin, ancestry (including association, affiliation, or participation with persons or activities related to national origin, English-proficiency or accent, or immigration status), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or domestic partner status, age, veteran or military status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination against any employee or applicant based on any of these factors is prohibited.


The starting hourly base for this role is $21.59 and goes up to $29.69 dependent on years of service within the company. Please note that the wage provided is a good faith estimate and is only applicable for California residents. The wage could be different for applicants who do not reside in California.



Nearest Major Market: Sacramento

Nearest Secondary Market: Fairfield