Packaging Tech (C - Crew) (5:45 am - 6:15 pm) B.

About the role

As a Packaging Technician, you will provide assistance in duties related to keeping the production line running smoothly. You will lead direct activities focused on equipment and processes, supporting a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate, and inspire within an iconic portfolio of food brands.

Responsibilities

• Lead team in line setup and changeover of product, identify critical controls, and issues.
• Provide production run sheets to packaging machine operators to complete daily production runs.
• Update production system and/or case total board with completed case counts to communicate production goals to the next shift.
• Maintain raw material inventory and communicate discrepancies as needed.
• Set up and operate multiple machines in the packaging area.
• Assist with keeping the production line consistently operating and clear of jams.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and make minor adjustments as needed.
• Aid the operation of packaging machinery by troubleshooting issues with codes, dates, and prices.
• Assist and/or submit maintenance work orders.
• Perform or assist with Preventative Maintenance (PM) as needed.
• Monitor and check weights and product appearance as required.
• Maintain and lead GMP, PPE, safety, and quality policy compliance by following and setting an example and validating employee compliance.
• Assist with communications to Quality Assurance on holds, changeovers, etc.
• Assist supervisor in completing daily line paperwork on KPIs.
• Read and understand machine data.
• May assist Packaging Coordinator or Supervisor with training new employees and operators on the line.
• Run checks on metal detectors to ensure they are working properly, if applicable.
• Keep work area aisles/exits clear and free from obstruction; remove trash from work area floor.
• Support and participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives including 5S (sort, set, shine, standardize, and sustain).
• Follow instructions for safe lifting/carrying of various sizes, shapes, and weights; identify/report issues with equipment; report all job-related injuries to supervision.
• May perform sanitation tasks as directed (including but not limited to equipment washes requiring tear down and reassembly, seasoner cleanings, and wipeouts).
• Mandatory overtime may be required.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and/or 1-year production experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Attention to detail and mechanical ability.
• Able to assist supervisor or packaging coordinator in leading a team.
• Good computer skills.
• Ability to clearly express instructions and communications in both talking and writing.
• Demonstrates ownership and accountability.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, division, percentages, and fractions).
• Mechanical aptitude; preferred maintenance/production machine experience/knowledge.
• Ability to obtain Lockout/Tagout Certification.

Physical Demands

• Standing: Continuously
• Walking: Frequently
• Using hands: Continuously
• Climbing: Occasionally
• Stooping, Kneeling: Frequently
• Talking, Hearing: Continuously
• Tasting, Smelling: Occasionally
• Two-Handed Carry: Frequently
• Pushing: Frequently
• Pulling: Frequently
• Overhead Work Standing: Frequently
• Ladder Climbing: Frequently
• Repetitive Twisting Standing: Continuously
• Hand Dexterity: Continuously
• Bending: Continuously
• Weight Lifting:
• Up to 10 pounds: Continuously
• Up to 25 pounds: Frequently
• Up to 60 pounds: Frequently
• Up to 100 pounds: Occasionally

Work Environment

• Subject to indoor facility and outdoor weather conditions, dust, noise, heat/cold.
• Lighting: Good
• Temperature: Good
• Ventilation: Good
• Vibration: Fair
• Noise: Fair

Benefits

We offer competitive health, dental, 401k, and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.