2nd/3rd Shift Packaging Operator

*Who We Are* Ohio Pickling & Processing is a fast-growing steel toll processing plant in Toledo, Ohio. With over 50 years of industry experience, we continue to expand our capabilities through major investments in new slitting lines, advanced pickling technology, enhanced quality controls, and even our own trucking operations. These advancements allow us to deliver greater precision, speed, and value to our customers while creating exciting opportunities for our team. Our growth is fueled by innovation, continuous improvement, and a commitment to providing reliable, customer-focused solutions across the Midwest and beyond. *Pre-Employment Requirements:* Candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, which may include a hair follicle test. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of these requirements. *Job purpose* Package finished slitting products according to customer specifications, production requirements, and established quality and safety procedures. Work with other production employees to achieve safety, quality, productivity, and customer service goals. Properly identify, package, protect, and prepare finished steel products for storage and shipment while communicating any issues or concerns to supervision. *Duties and responsibilities* * Follow all company policies, procedures, safety requirements, and applicable work instructions as they relate to the Packaging department. * Review production priorities, work orders, and current packaging instructions to determine the appropriate processing and packaging requirements. * Safely operate and monitor packaging equipment. * Perform required equipment inspections and report equipment or maintenance concerns to supervision. * Safely position and handle steel coils on the packaging line in coordination with crane and material-handling operators. * Verify coil identification and current packaging instructions in PSData before beginning the packaging process. * Determine and use the appropriate packaging method based on customer and product requirements. * Properly build lifts and skids while ensuring maximum lift weight requirements are not exceeded. * Operate banding equipment and apply required packaging materials. * Operate wrapping and preservation equipment as required. * Weigh finished products and verify weight information is accurate. * Create, print, and ensure tags are properly positioned, accessible, and legible for identification and shipping. * Identify and report damaged packaging, broken skids, leaning or unstable stacks, damaged material, unreadable tags, or other conditions that could affect product quality or safety. * Properly stack and organize finished products, keeping related cuts together when required and maintaining established stack-height requirements. * Fully protect and bag finished goods as required for product preservation and storage. * Safely transfer packaged coils to the appropriate storage location using approved material-handling practices or by coordinating with the appropriate material-handling operator. * Complete assigned shift reporting, including production quantities, repacks, downtime, maintenance concerns, safety concerns, supply shortages, and other required information. * Clearly communicate production issues, open items, safety concerns, maintenance needs, and other information to supervision and/or the next shift. * Maintain a safe and orderly work environment through good housekeeping and adherence to all safety requirements. * Work effectively as part of a team and independently with appropriate supervision. * Perform other duties as assigned. *Qualifications* _*Education:*_ High school diploma or general education degree (GED). _*Experience:*_ * Prior manufacturing experience is preferred but not required. * Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and other production personnel. * Ability to read and understand production schedules, work orders, packaging instructions, and work instructions. * Ability to accurately enter and retrieve information using a computer or production system. * Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Windows-based systems. * Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations involving whole numbers, weights, measurements, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. * Ability to accurately measure and verify product dimensions using appropriate measuring equipment. * Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain product identification and traceability. * Ability to recognize and report product quality concerns. * Ability to follow established safety and operating procedures. * Good problem-solving and decision-making skills. * Ability to work effectively with others as well as independently. * Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. * Ability to stand and remain active for extended periods. *Working conditions* The employee works in a steel-processing and manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may regularly be exposed to: Moving mechanical equipment and machinery. Steel coils and other heavy industrial materials. Industrial noise. Fumes or airborne particles. Packaging equipment and material-handling operations. Wet and/or humid conditions. Other conditions commonly associated with a steel-processing environment. Employees are required to follow all applicable safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment. *Physical requirements* The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. * Ability to stand for extended periods, including an 8–12 hour shift. * Ability to walk, bend, reach, and move throughout the production area. * Ability to use hands and fingers to operate equipment and handle tools and packaging materials. * Ability to frequently communicate verbally and hear instructions in a manufacturing environment. * Ability to climb, balance, and navigate around production equipment when required. * Ability to lift and/or move materials weighing up to 50 pounds on occasion. * Ability to safely work around heavy steel products and industrial equipment. * Ability to use close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjust focus as necessary to perform job duties. Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Referral program * Vision insurance Work Location: In person