Production Assistant

Mission / Summary

This is an entry level position. The employee who occupies this position is responsible for any/all duties assigned by management irrespective of whether such duties are specifically included in this list.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Feeding, packing, labeling, palletizing, operation of the banding/wrapping equipment and operation of Packsize equipment.
• Lift handfuls of material and placing in the feeder of the equipment.
• Pack cartons into cases directly behind gluers or directly after stripping.
• Inspect cartons - ONLY Quality Products are to be packed!
• Strip individual cartons off die cut loads.
• Off bear cartons off cut loads into separate copies or die positions.
• Prepare cases, layer boards, and labels for jobs.
• Check job ticket or spec book for appropriate pallet configuration.
• Stack cartons according to spec on pallet. Confirm that labels are correct and facing out, as applicable, on all finishing pallets. Also making sure corrugated is all lined up and matches in appearance.
• Stretch wrap complete pallets and send to shipping.
• Scan finished goods and input data into computer.
• Re-stock materials for the following crews, which include but not limited to, making lids, corrugated stocked and also keeping the tables stocked up with tape.
• Operate electric Pallet Jacks safely to move WIP or finished pallets.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the area (remove stray cartons, sweep up, etc.) performed during make ready.
• Conduct quality audits as required.
• Conduct sorting operations as required.

BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION

A High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

SCHEDULE DEMANDS

• Must be able to work 8 hour shifts plus overtime as required.
• Employee must be willing to work alternate schedules occasionally; that may include early mornings, nights, and/or weekends and be punctual while doing so.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing: 34-66% of time
• Walking: 34-66% of time
• Pushing/Pulling: Frequently with a force of 15 lbs. Occasionally with a force of 30-40 lbs.
• Lifting: Frequently with a force of 15 lbs. Occasionally with a force of 30-40 lbs.
• Frequent stair climbing, kneeling, crouching, balance, forward bending/standing, right and left hand coordination.
• Occasional right and left hand grip, elevated work, repetitive squat, repetitive reaching, step ladder climbing, rotation sitting.
• Wear PPE when required: Safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection etc.
• Reading computer screen or other electronic devices.
• Use of various office equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision.

Safe Quality Food Responsibilities

• Follow all Plant rules, Processes, Hygiene, and Allergens procedures, related to production of Safe Quality Foods.
• Report to person of authority to record any potentially unsafe conditions which may result in unsafe foods or noncompliance to SQF related procedures.
• Participate in SQF Root Cause and Corrective Actions (from customer complaints, SQF audits, validation, and verification activities) as required.
• Follow all procedures related to producing Safe Quality Foods (SQF).
• Report any potentially unsafe SQF conditions or customer complaints to a person of authority to record and/or correct the situation.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Mental Skills: Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

GPI’s Benefit Program

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) w/employer matching
• Health & Welfare Benefits- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Variety of Voluntary benefits
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year