Packaging Operator

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

· Clean, set-up, operate and monitor equipment within dairy production environment.

· Complete all required documentation and scheduled quality checks.

· Monitor weights, seals, caps and general packaging of product.

· Make adjustments to filler timing as needed.

· Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties.

· Collect required samples needed for Quality Assurance testing.

· Ensure that the proper packaging materials are used for each product being produced.

· Perform filler and filler line changeovers in a safe and efficient manner.

· Complete cleaning checklist once line has completed run.

· Ensure Stackers are cleared between all label, package and product changes.

· Communicate clearly cold storage.

· Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed.

· Carefully remove bottles from bags on the debagging table, ensuring no damage to the bottles.

· Inspect bottles for defects and report any issues to the supervisor.

· Perform label changeovers accurately and efficiently to meet production requirements.

· Ensure that all labels are correctly applied and aligned according to specifications.

· Verify that date codes on bottles are correct and legible.

· Report any discrepancies in date codes to the quality control team.

· Carry bags of bottles from storage trailers to the debagging area.

· Maintain an organized and tidy storage area, ensuring that materials are easily accessible.

· Maintain communication with other departments, management and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may alter the efficiency of production.

· Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clean, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information.

· Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOPs.

· Analyze process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot.

· Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.

· Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.

· Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.

· Follow all required work safe practices. This would include wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.

· Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area.

· Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.

· Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

· Work overtime as assigned.

· Ability to work cooperatively with others.

· Comply with all company policies and procedures.

The minimum required qualifications for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

· High school graduate or equivalent required.

· 1+ years of equivalent experience, specifically food industry and manufacturing facility, preferred.

· Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

· Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel and climb for extended hours.

· Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally including overhead.

· Must be able to work in an environment that includes exposure to noise, dust, moisture and varying temperatures..

· Some exposure to cleaning chemicals.

· Strong analytical skills.

· Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately.

· Must have well developed organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle and follow through on multiple projects.

· Strong teamwork skills with a willingness to assist others.

· Ability to meet deadlines and work with limited supervision.

· Ability to work all assigned work schedules, including nights, weekends and holidays, and comply with all time and attendance policies.