Job Description

Overview

Are you someone who thrives on variety, enjoys learning new things, and loves being part of a team that's building something great? If you answered yes, Whip Mix Corporation is the place for you.  We are a fourth-generation, family-owned business with over 105 years of experience in dental manufacturing.  We’re not just filling jobs—we’re growing and looking for additional team members who embrace our value of versatility and who aren’t afraid to roll up their sleeves to take on different roles as we expand.  Whether it's assisting in our chemical department (pack line and blending), working in our assembly department, supporting logistics or helping with special projects, you’ll be a key part of our day-to-day success.

What You’ll Be Doing (depending on the day!):

• Assist in manufacturing and assembly of dental products

• Support shipping, receiving, and inventory management

• Collaborate with a close-knit team that values initiative and flexibility

What We’re Looking For:

• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn

• Strong work ethic and a team-first mindset

• Comfort working in a dynamic, evolving environment

• Previous experience in manufacturing or distribution preferred

Why Work With Us?

• Every day brings something new

• Opportunities for growth and cross-training

• Supportive, hands-on leadership

• A company culture that values versatility and people who thrive in a team environment

What Else Do We Provide?

• Benefits: Company sponsored health and vision insurance

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Wellness Day

• Company Paid: Dental Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance

• Company match 401k

• Cross Training

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced, production/manufacturing environment

• Daily exposure to dust, odor and potential dangers of tools and equipment in a typical machine shop/assembly production area

• Prolonged standing and walking on hard surfaces

• Frequent repetitive motions (e.g., bending, twisting, reaching)

• May involve working at heights or in confined spaces

• Safety glasses required to be worn at all times on production floor

• Ability to wear a half-mask air purifying negative pressure respirator

• Exposure to noise that may require hearing protection

• Works with hazardous materials requiring mandatory safety protocols

• Work is mainly in a non-climate-controlled warehouse setting (Some work may be in climate-controlled areas)

• Ability to frequently lift 50 lbs. alone and up to 100 lbs. with assistance

• Potential for electrical shock while testing equipment during the assembly process

• Exposure to noise that may require hearing protection

• A reasonable accommodation may be requested to enable individual to perform an essential function

• Overtime may be required

Job Skills / Requirements

Under routine supervision be able to work as a team in the operation of the Packaging Line.  Cooperates and participates fully as part of the Packaging Team in the operation of the Gypsum/Phosphate powder packaging lines.

Team member understands and supports the vision of the company. This person should develop a sense of dependability and responsibility among their team members, operate with enthusiasm and lead by example. They will make certain their own assigned tasks have been completed satisfactorily and to standards that are set for the team. Additionally, they will ensure that team member tasks are understood, monitored & accomplished. Lean tools, methods and philosophy will be learned, utilize & embraced. Communication will be given and received freely, frequently, consistently, accurately and professionally. The priorities of safety 1st, quality 2nd, & production 3rd will be accepted & required. You will act, behave, perform and “BE” what you want your team members to be.

Initiates, cooperates or participates fully as appropriate in using the team approach in solving problems and suggesting improvements that enables Whip Mix to live up to its mission and values.

What You Need To Know:

• You are applying for: Packaging Line Operator - Intermediate
• While the current primary job functions and responsibilities are outlined below, the successful candidate may be reassigned to other duties or departments within the company based on performance, business needs, and professional development opportunities.
• Team members are expected to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability as workloads and operational priorities evolve.

Job Functions and Responsibilities  

1. Be able to work in all areas of the Packaging Line system including filling operation, middleman, and pallet off bearing.  Ensuring efficient and accurate filling, packaging and labeling of powder products. (Essential) | 50%
2. Operate all equipment associated with Packaging Line system.  This includes Box Erectors, tape machines, Accurate Fillers, vacuum and dust control systems.  Performs routine maintenance, repairs, adjustments and cleaning of equipment. (Essential) | 20%
3. Operate forklift and electric pallet jack. (Essential) | 10%
4. Ability to reassemble and disassemble all equipment on line for production. (Essential) | 10%
5. Transfer powder from warehouse to filling line, transfer filled products from filling line to warehouse, transfer empty IBCs to IBC staging area. (Essential) | 5%
6. Keep records of type of powder, number of IBC used, and number and type container filled. Communicates with co-workers and Lead Person on Packaging Line Operations. (Essential) | 5%
7. Perform all other functions or duties as assigned. (Supplemental) | 0%

Job Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Worker Characteristics

1. Thorough knowledge of all phases of accurate machine operation, including adjustments for various products, breakdown and cleaning and troubleshooting malfunctions.
2. Speed and manual hand and finger dexterity to operate all packaging equipment.
3. Knowledge of all production processing operations including filling, sealing, palletizing, warehouse and loading.
4. Mechanical aptitude to adjust and troubleshoot minor malfunctions of equipment.
5. Ability to read scale and input proper information into loading system.
6. Math and reading skills sufficient to comprehend manufacturing order and set up and operate scales for weighing product and operation of packaging equipment.
7. Follow all safety guidelines for production and equipment procedures (i.e.. Lock Out/ Tag Out)
8. Communicate sufficiently and have the ability to work in a team environment for efficient packaging line production.       
9. Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds and ability to lift up to 100 pounds.
10. Ability to learn to operate forklift and other required material handling equipment. 
11. Physically able to wear negative pressure respirator on a regular basis. 
12. Hearing sufficient to detect operational malfunctions of the equipment should they occur.
13. Occasionally climb ladders and steps.
14. Frequently required to bend, reach overhead, and grasp material to assemble and close boxes, dip powder or set up equipment.

Education Requirements (All)

HS Diploma or GED

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan