Packaging Associate 3rd Shift

About the role

The Packaging Associate reports to the Packaging Supervisor within Crown Bakeries. This position is responsible for performing manual and semi-automated packaging tasks on assigned production lines, ensuring finished bakery products are packaged accurately, safely, and in accordance with established quality, food safety, and GMP standards. The Packaging Associate plays an essential role in the final stages of the production process, contributing directly to product presentation, customer satisfaction, and Crown Bakeries' reputation for quality. All duties are carried out in alignment with Crown Bakeries' Vision, Mission, and Values. Work Environment This job operates in a production environment. The employee is frequently exposed to facility elements such as noise, dust, fumes and odors. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual and semi-automated packaging tasks on assigned packaging lines including placing, folding, inserting, and sealing finished bakery products into designated packaging materials.
• Monitor product flow on the packaging line; ensure products are properly oriented, positioned, and counted prior to packaging; remove and report any visibly defective, damaged, or non-conforming product immediately.
• Verify package weights, counts, and labels against established product specifications at defined intervals; document results accurately and report any out-of-spec conditions to the Packaging Supervisor.
• Assist with packaging line startup, changeover, and shutdown activities; ensure all packaging materials, labels, and supplies are properly staged and ready prior to production starts.
• Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and sanitation of assigned packaging line areas, equipment, and workstations in accordance with GMP, HACCP, and the packaging sanitation schedule.
• Follow all allergen management protocols during product changeovers; complete required allergen changeover documentation accurately and thoroughly.
• Inspect incoming packaging materials (bags, boxes, trays, inserts) for quality and integrity prior to use; report any material defects or shortages to the Packaging Supervisor.
• Apply labels, stickers, date codes, and lot codes to packaging materials accurately and in accordance with established labeling requirements; verify label accuracy against the production schedule.
• Wear and maintain all required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times; comply with all company safety policies and OSHA regulations.
• Communicate proactively with the Packaging Operator, CCP Monitor, and Packaging Supervisor regarding product quality concerns, equipment issues, material shortages, and any conditions that may impact packaging line performance.
• Assist with inventory counts of packaging materials and finished goods as directed by the Packaging Supervisor.
• Support the training of new Packaging Associates on packaging procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements as directed.
• Other duties as assigned by the Packaging Supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0–2 years of packaging