Manufacturing & Production OperationsMachine & Process Operation
About the job
Requirements
High school education or equivalent, or relevant experience.
Ability to work at varying speeds based on different equipment and production rates in a team environment.
Ability to use a manual pallet jack and palletize product.
Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.
Ability to read and record written instructions.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to meet packing line speed standards without assistance.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds often and up to 10 pounds continuously; team lifting is required for loads of 50 pounds or more.
Ability to perform the listed physical demands, including standing, walking, reaching, and occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
Ability to work in environments with frequent exposure to cold and heat.
Responsibilities
Prepare packaging materials, including cartons and trays, for finished products.
Pack finished products according to packaging specifications.
Follow food safety, quality, Good Manufacturing Practice, and company policies, procedures, and practices.
Maintain a clean and safe work area.
Stack finished products properly, including displays for appearance.
Label cartons and packaging properly for appearance and location.
Inspect finished products and remove out-of-specification or defective pieces before packing.
Provide break relief as needed.
Perform reworking and repacking processes.
Assist with or oversee training of new employees.
Assist with downtime activities and cleaning.
Notify supervision of issues.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Reports To: Production Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Summary: The primary function of a Packer is to prepare packaging materials and pack finished products in accordance with packaging specifications and ensure all food safety and quality protocols are followed. The Packer must be able to work at varying speeds based on different equipment and production rates in a team environment.
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions:
Works well with others, fostering a team atmosphere.
Maintains a clean, safe work area at all times.
Comply with all GMP requirements.
Consistently meets packing line speed standards without assistance.
Prepares cartons and/or trays needed for packaging of finished product.
Understands how to properly stack finished product, including displays for appearance.
Understands how to properly label cartons and packaging for appearance and location.
Inspect finished product and remove out of specification and defective pieces prior to packing.
Assist with break relief as needed.
Knowledge of reworking and repacking process.
Assist or oversee the training of new employees.
Assisting with downtime and cleaning.
Ability to use a manual pallet jack and palletize product.
Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.
Ability to read and record written instructions.
Ability to work independently.
Notify Supervision of any issues.
Must adhere/comply with all Company policies, procedures and practices.
All other duties as assigned.
Education: High School or equivalent or relevant experience.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Physical Demands
Never
Seldom
Often
Always
Standing
X
Walking
X
Sitting
X
Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling
X
Use hands to lift or feel
X
Pushing and Pulling
X
Reaching with hands/arms above and below
X
Lift / Force
Never
Seldom
Often
Always
Up to 10 pounds
X
Up to 25 pounds
X
Up to 50 pounds
X
Up to 100 pounds
X
Over 100 pounds
X
**If 50 pounds or more, a team lift is required. A team lift consists of two or more people.