Packaging Machine Operator (6:00am-6:00pm)--Bakery Starting Pay $19.45

About the role

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover, Swanson, and V8.

Responsibilities

• Maintains shift documentation (i.e., Metal Detector and Batch Order Verifications)
• Reads production schedule and plans accordingly
• Prints labels on different printers, choosing correct program for each printer; move eye and clean printers
• Performs nitrogen testing
• Maintains an adequate supply of roll stock and ensures all packaging materials are available for each machine
• Sets up and writes new programs for bag makers
• Writes and/or edits machine micro logic as needed to maintain an efficient and low waste operation
• Creates and modifies code dates
• Maintains and performs preventative maintenance on equipment
• Makes minor scale repairs and adjustments
• Performs span calibration and/or adjustments on scales, adjust scales linkages so it opens and shuts correctly, make minor adjustments to formers
• Efficiently operates packaging equipment which may include case sealers and robot cells
• This includes but is not limited to: machine setups, troubleshooting, changeovers, proper running, procedural adjustments, sanitation cleanup, preventative maintenance and shutdown
• Properly plans ahead for machine changeovers and efficiently changing from one product item to another
• Monitors and adjusts each machine to ensure proper cut off of film and bags have proper end seals and back seals as required
• Ensures machines are running at standard speeds
• Maintains product appearance and adheres to weight control program
• Identifies and resolves packaged product quality issues
• Keeps machines and work areas clean, wipes packaging machines off and blows down area when required to do so
• Immediately reports any maintenance problems to appropriate technician and/or supervisor
• Practices and adheres to appropriate safety and hygiene guidelines/procedures for safe housekeeping and personal protection
• Stores supplies in designated areas
• Keeps work area aisles/exits clear and free from obstruction; removes trash from work area floor
• Follows instructions for safe lifting/carrying of various sizes, shapes and weights; identifies/reports issues with equipment; reports all job-related injuries to supervision
• May maintain shift documentation (i.e., Metal Detector and Batch Order Verifications)
• May provide leadership and direction to packers
• May be qualified to perform as Back-up Packaging Coordinator, or other technical/skilled position
• If applicable, may monitor and replenish seasoning on overhead to ensure proper seasoning coverage on product
• Mandatory overtime may be required
• May perform other duties as required

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and/or 1-year production experience in a manufacturing environment required
• Lock-out/tag-out certified or become certified within three months
• Must be able to comply with the physical demands of constantly lifting and moving stock by hand or with manual equipment (including pallet jacks and forklifts)
• Ability to lift 40+ lbs. on a regular basis, and occasionally be able to lift/move more than 50+ lbs. with mechanical or peer assistance
• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to hot and/or wet and/or humid conditions. The employee may be exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Skills

• Comfortable communicating to team members and management staff
• Trained and able to perform all job functions within the department at any given time

Benefits

• Competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment
• The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.