Packaging Operator Crescent City

Sartori Company · Crescent City, CA · 2 mo ago

On-siteArt & Creative$20–$25/hrFull-time

Operates and monitors block-forming tower sequencing through HMIs, metal detectors, a vacuum-sealing packaging machine, a case wrapper, a weight scale, and label application to ensure product quality meets company and customer standards.
Documents work orders, lot numbers, and item codes into scale equipment.
Weighs and attaches identification labels to blocks.
Maintains block forming towers to ensure proper block heights and product weight.
Performs quality control checks, ensuring primary packaging integrity through the packaging process.
Palletizes blocks, labels pallets, and moves finished pallets from production to the staging area.
Closes work orders for product shipment, records pertinent information for financial tracking.
Performs setup, calibration, and minor maintenance on scale, printer, and box taper.
Performs and documents routine cooler temperature checks.
Reports deviations from company standards to Production Supervisors and/or Maintenance.

Conducts pre-operational inspections and operates the Clean-in-Place (CIP) system to sanitize block-forming towers and related equipment; rinses and sanitizes drain tables between vats.
Performs thorough cleaning and sanitizing of all equipment, tables, and work areas during and after production.
Follows all sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including CIP and Clean-out-of-Place (COP) procedures.
Conducts routine inspections of equipment and work surfaces for cleanliness and compliance.
Handles cleaning chemicals safely and maintains appropriate chemical concentrations for effective sanitation.
Supports pre-operational and post-operational sanitation checks to ensure compliance with food safety standards.
Participates in audits and inspections related to sanitation and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) compliance.

Trains team members on standard operating procedures, safety practices, and quality protocols to ensure consistent performance.
Complies with all company policies related to safety, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), GMP, and food quality; immediately reports any concerns to appropriate personnel.

High school diploma or equivalency is preferred (GED).
1-2 years of food manufacturing experience desirable, operator experience preferred.
Alignment with Company Values: Demonstrates behaviors and values that reflect the company’s culture.
Adaptability: Responds positively to change and adjusts effectively to added information, evolving priorities, and shifting circumstances.
Attention to Detail: Maintains a high standard of accuracy and thoroughness in all work activities.
Decision Making: Evaluates all options and determines the best option for success.
Effective Communication: Clearly and respectfully conveys information and ideas to team members across various platforms and situations.
Reading and Comprehension: Understands and applies work instructions and documentation to perform tasks accurately and efficiently.
Resourcefulness: Adapts to obstacles by identifying alternative paths or creative solutions to complete tasks and meet goals.
Self-Motivation: Takes initiative and demonstrates a strong internal drive to perform without constant supervision.
Teamwork: Collaborates effectively within diverse teams to achieve shared goals; supports and respects fellow team members.
Forklift Certification (will train internally).

This is an onsite position located at our Crescent City Creamery located in Crescent City, CA.

While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is consistently exposed to extreme, non-weather-related heat, up to 100 degrees while working with product flow as well as exposure to wet and/or humid conditions and occasional exposure to outside weather.
The Team Member regularly works with chemicals used for cleaning along with moving pumps and valves.
Due to the loud noise level, ear protection may be required.

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