Packer

PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Pack bags of salad in a safe and accurate manner and stack boxes of salad on the skid.


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Pack the correct number of bags per box.
• Check for correct bag codes and expiration dates.
• Check for bag’s defects (wrinkle, product in the seal, open bag, under/overweight etc.)
• Check for any foreign objects, Missing/Broken Masterpacks.
• Other tasks within the packaging room include rework bags of salads and stacking boxes of salads on skids.
• Must have the ability to be present at work on time, follow directions and interact well with co-workers
• Employees must adhere to all policies, practices, and SOP’s related to producing Safe Quality Food (SQF)
• Ensure the integrity and continued operation of the food safety system in the event of organizational or personnel changes within the company or associated facilities
• Support special projects and other duties as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATION:

• High School Diploma or GED

REQUIRED SKILLS, CAPABILITIES, EXPERIENCE:

• Should be able to read and work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Previous food manufacturing experience is preferred.

SAFETY/GMP REQUIREMENTS:

• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) in accordance with company policy
• Follow company safety rules, report workplace hazards or injuries immediately, and use required personal protective equipment (PPE).

EMPLOYEE / PROCESS MANAGEMENT:

• N/A

WORK HOUR & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work overtime including weekends as required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to bend, stoop, and lift up to 50lbs

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work in a cold environment (34-35 degrees on the Plant floor).

EEO STATEMENT:  We are an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
 

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) English  https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Spanish  https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlasp.pdf 
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)  https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) English  https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Spanish  https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppaspan.pdf
Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)  https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/VETS/legacy/files/USERRA_Private.pdf

Department: BUD VA-Production
This is a non-management position
This is a full-time position
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