Bulk Packaging Operator

Responsibilities

• Daily setup and breakdown of production equipment and workstations with necessary packaging materials, tools, and GMP items
• Prep and weigh product for individual finished container sizes
• Pack products to accurate weights at an acceptable pace by operating semi-automated scales and baggers; some manual packaging required
• Audit quality of product being packed; communicate non-conformances to Lead or QA
• Operate packaging equipment; includes troubleshooting and making adjustments in accordance with established work standards; operate touch screen to program code dates, product weights, speeds, and other relevant information
• Label product accurately and efficiently
• Accurately pack finished bags into boxes or trays; operate case sealing and coding machines
• Manually palletize products according to specifications
• Provide backup relief in the absence of machine operators in herb/spice room
• Maintain standard efficiency and accuracy of equipment and manual tasks
• Complete necessary production forms with accurate information
• Keep a sanitary work environment throughout the shift
• Follow production schedule; understand run sequence and cleaning requirements
• Perform required cleaning including washing, sanitizing, sweeping & mopping area daily
• Follow all GMP’s, SSOP’s, Organic, Allergen, and HACCP standards

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 -year recent experience in operating food production machinery preferred
• Basic computer skills required, working knowledge of production systems
• Good attention to detail; accuracy and thoroughness is a must
• Ability to work with others in a fast-paced team environment
• Able to rotate through all workstations in the processing area
• Able to work 40 hours per week and be available for overtime as needed
• Able to be reliable and on time every day
• Mechanical aptitude/skills preferred
• Able to assist in other departments as needed

Benefits

• Birthday Bonus Pay
• Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually)
• Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores Closed
• Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure
• good4u Crew Member Discount
• {N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program)
• Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases
• Advancement Opportunities and Career Development
• Health and Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Referral Program
• Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week) Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance)
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance
• Retailer Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
• Diversity Statement
• Physical Capabilities And Environmental Demands