Seasonal Spout Attendant - Operations Laborer

About the role

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Spout Attendant will be responsible for the proper handling, filling, and labelling of product in the Milling area. The ideal candidate will be responsible to complete clear and accurate documentation, housekeeping and effective communication with the Mill Leads and Co-workers critical to ensure a quality and safe product is continuously produced. A strong emphasis on cross-contamination prevention, General Manufacturing Practices, workplace safety as well as food safety regulations are required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the assigned spout(s) to ensure that all drum labels correspond to the product, are properly placed and specified weights are achieved.
• During the assigned floor rotation, complete the Mill Monitoring Label Verification checklist at the assigned location.
• Ensure that all tools and equipment are properly tethered and in their designated areas during and at the end of each shift.
• Report any safety or equipment issues to your Lead or Supervisor.
• Accurately fill products into drums to correct fill weight and ensure product seal integrity to prevent spoilage or product degradation.
• Inspect drums for cleanliness, foreign material, and defects prior to filling.
• Verify that all product is properly labeled and that all documentation is accurately completed.
• Fill all products in accordance with cross-contamination prevention procedures, Current Good Manufacturing Practices, and Safety regulations.
• Perform housekeeping duties including regular sweeping of floors and upper-level platforms, discarding waste in garbage bins, discarding and weighing onion waste, and maintaining the work area.
• Participate in employee-related trainings and compliance.
• Keep the damaged drum holding area and drum room neat, organized, and ensure that all walkways, doors, and emergency exits are kept clear at all times.
• Report any safety, product quality, or mechanical issues to your lead or supervisor promptly.
• Assist others as needed or as instructed by your lead or supervisor.
• Wear the specified personal protective equipment at all times while working in designated areas (e.g., work boots, gloves, eye protection, ear plugs).
• Perform other duties as assigned, recognizing that duties may be changed, expanded, reduced, or deleted to meet business needs.

Requirements

• Capable of lifting 50 lbs. consistently throughout a shift.
• Capable of safely maneuvering drums that weigh up to 250 lbs.
• Ability to stand on feet for extended periods of time.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and department leads.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Understand and follow all Good Manufacturing Practices and Safety regulations.
• Ability to work in a dusty, fast‑paced, and noisy production environment.
• Able to