The Company

EP Minerals (EPM), processes and markets quality diatomite, perlite, and clay products.  We are one of the top producers and distributors of diatomaceous earth and Bentonite clay worldwide.  For more information, please visit our website at www.epminerals.com.

The Position

The Packing Tech is based at our Lovelock, NV site and reports to the Shift Supervisor on duty as well as the Lead Tech in the mill in which they are working.  The purpose of the Packing Tech is to package and warehouse product produced at the Lovelock Plant while maintaining a safe work environment and producing quality materials, meeting all safety and quality standards in at least one of four mills.

• General plant and workstation cleanup, including but not limited to, sweeping with push broom and vacuuming warehouse floors, cleaning all spillage and/or garbage/waste hoppers and taking waste to the landfill
• Pack paper bags of varied weights while maintaining bag weights within a specified range and troubleshooting packer equipment. Ability to set target weights, dribble/bulk set point, and use preact on packing controls in at least one DE mill.  Use 50lb weight to check/calibrate packaging equipment. 
• Collect samples from the packaging and production process areas as part of packaging process
• Bulk bag filling, weighing, sampling, and 1000lb weight verification of bulk bag machines
• Bulk hopper car loading & sampling
• Palletizer operation-Ability to set layers and change bag patterns, and understand how to LOTOTO palletizer
• Understand how to program production codes/lots into the inkjet palm pads.
• Assist the Lead Packer with making code stickers, tagging bags, and warehousing
• Barcom Scan Gun operation
• Mobile equipment inspection sheet is completed. Ability to use propane fill station to fill any mobile equipment tanks you might use. 
• Ability to complete bulk bag weight reports, sample cards for bulk hopper cars, re-warehousing form and Barcom re-warehouse, be able to read/assist in filling out packing log front and back
• Knowledge on reading work instructions. An understanding of different bag types at plant, private label vs non, perlite bags vs DE bags, 50lb/20kg/25lb types.
• Have the ability to differentiate between the 7 pallet types used at the plant. Car, warehouse, GMA, RCP, bulk bag, skee and block pallets
• Stamping, or labeling bags if they are blank before warehousing product
• Assist Lead Packer at every opportunity to learn his or her job to act as a Leadman if the need arises
• Operate propane powered floor sweeper in warehouse
• Pick up trash and cut or pull weeds on plant property as needed on days mills maybe down
• Use 1-1/2” fire hose to clean under the processing areas
• Operate the dump truck, bobcat, vacuum truck if needed
• Operate a forklift for the production or shipping departments and any plant needs
• Refeed off weight/out of spec bags into refeed station
• Attend training classes as needed

Candidate Requirement

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and abilities:

Job Skills:

Manufacturing related experience is helpful. Forklift operating skills are helpful.

Ability:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (written and verbal)
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written or oral form
• The ability to work in a fast pace environment (multi-tasking skills)
• The ability to operate equipment
• Excellent attention to quality and detail
• Good attendance record – arriving at work on time is critical to success
• Ability to lift 10 to 50 pounds on a repetitive basis
• Must be able to perform strenuous physical activity including but not limited to:
  • Repetitive lifting and bending
  • Working on and around equipment
  • Ability to use hand tools (shovel, hammer, etc.)
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Monitors own work to ensure quality
• Excellent safety record

Core Competencies:

• Zero Harm by Choice, Operational Excellence, People Engagement

Physical Demands

These positions are very physical and the candidate must be able to meet the following physical requirements:

ü Lifting (include weight): Up to 50 lbs. repetitively                     ü Reaching: Regularly  

ü Crawling: Occasionally                                                           ü Standing: Up to 12 hours per day      

ü Walking: Up to 12 hours per day                                             ü Sitting: Up to 12 hours per day          
ü Range of Motion: Twisting, etc.: Repetitively                           ü Climb/Balance: Multiple times per day

ü Bend/Stoop/Kneel: Repetitively                                              ü Driving: Up to 12 hours per day

Other: Must be able to wear a respirator, safety glasses, hard hat and safety boots up to 12 hours per day.        

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required by employees in this job.

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume with salary history and requirements to:

EP Minerals – Lovelock Plant

150 Coal Canyon Road

Lovelock, NV  89419

angela.herzog@epminerals.com

EP Minerals supports a drug-free culture.  Successful candidates must pass a post offer background check and drug screen.

EP Minerals is an Equal Opportunity Employer

If you are a self-motivated individual with strong solid work skills, and have a desire to help build a stronger, more advanced organization, you may be just what EP Minerals is seeking.  Our employees enjoy a competitive compensation plan and generous benefits.  We proudly offer the following: