Heavy Labor Packaging CP - Grave A

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About the role

This position is responsible for assisting in the Coproduct area, working with both the Coproduct Specialist and Packaging Specialist to ensure smooth operation of the area. Must be willing and able to take on various general labor duties as assigned as well as sanitation duties.

Responsibilities

• Follow all plant safety policies and procedures.
• Be actively engaged in safety, participate in safety programs, engage in safety activities, perform risk assessments, and demonstrate ownership as well as leadership in personal safety and the safety of other team members.
• Report all near hits, incidents, and any safety concerns.
• Ensure that KD’s are constantly supplied to the Case packer machines.
• Ensure Trays are loaded in Tray Maker.
• Assist with line rework.
• Know basic operation of pack room equipment and the ability to start, stop, and clear stoppages for the Tray Maker and Case Packer.
• May be called to perform duties of rework, frozen inspection, and strip out.
• Assist in the bulking process.
• May be called to work in the freezer making totes, cleaning up potato debris, and assisting the tote room driver with general duties.
• Know and follow all lock out/tag out procedures for assigned work area.
• Maintain floors, catwalks, handrails, and other walkways in a clean and safe manner.
• Perform sanitation activities.
• Follow good housekeeping practices and GMP's.
• Participate in AMD (Asset Management & Deployment).
• Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Must meet Sanitation qualification requirements for the area.
• Understand and follow lock out/tag out procedures.
• Read, understand, and obey all plant rules, GMP’s, and practice safety as outlined in the employee handbook.
• Possess a working knowledge of how the equipment works, including but not limited to: Tray Maker, Case Packer, Pallet Jacks, conveyors, shakers, x-rays, shrink tunnel, metal detector, dishwasher, case coders, case weigher, barrel dumper, compactor, etc.
• Observe safety and security procedures; report potentially unsafe conditions; use equipment and materials properly.
• Be knowledgeable of the potential hazards and safety procedures associated with the task being performed.
• Must be able to balance teamwork and individual responsibilities.
• Must be able to work well under pressure.
• Have the ability and willingness to follow directions.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to understand instructions and follow directions.

Physical Demands

• Be able to stand for extended periods; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Good hand-eye coordination.
• Normal finger dexterity and range of motion.
• Be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job, which include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Required to reach with hands and arms repetitively.
• Must be able to push and pull heavy items on occasion.
• Must be able to climb and descend stairs often.

Work Environment

• Regularly work near moving mechanical parts.
• Frequently exposed to humid conditions as well as moderate heat.
• May be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment can exceed 85 dB.
• Regularly work around forklift traffic.

Benefits

• Health Insurance Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
• Paid Time Off
• Financial Wellness – Industry-leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance
• Family-Friendly Employee events
• Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge-type services

Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Pay

A reasonable hourly estimate for this role is $23.24. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's work location, job duties, experience, and expertise.