Lead Palletizer - Steuben Foods : Job Details

Steuben Foods is a leading aseptic food and beverage manufacturer in the United States, proudly operating as a longstanding family-owned business. With roots firmly planted in Western New York, we are committed to providing our customers with superior aseptic products in a safe, clean, and efficient workplace environment. Our dedication to excellence in food safety and quality, innovation, and continued growth has propelled us to become a trusted name in the industry. At our company, our core values include honesty, integrity, work ethic, loyalty, and accountability. We prioritize creating an environment where these values thrive, while also recognizing that our people are our most important asset. As a 700+ manufacturing company based in Western New York, we take pride in contributing to the local economy and community.Schedule: 1st Shift. Varies based on productions schedule needs. Education/Prerequisite Requirements:Minimum High School diploma or equivalentEquipment/Training Knowledge:Basic understanding and execution of food plant GMPs, sanitation, and cleanliness requirementsQuality mindsetAbility to work in a team oriented environmentCapable of lifting and stacking 30-40 lbs throughout shift/Proper lifting techniquesPackage/case defectsDocumentation – sample plan pulled/tagging systemComputer KnowledgeElectronic hand jack certification neededWork Specifications – Responsibilities:Responsible for food safety and qualityKnow pallet stacking patterns on all productsPallet quality inspection – no nails/no loose or missing slatsCheck for defects on case – missing codes, missing straws, trays glued, shrink wrap sealed properly, correct cardboardFollow proper lifting techniquesPrint out pallet tags correctlyEnsure that all cases are stacked on individual pallets according to specified filler and spec sheets (no mixing of cases on pallets)Tagging system set upsWorking with Operators/PQI's on handling line clearancesSet up/staging of sample plans/holdsRelief of palletizers for breaks/lunchesChecking all packaging codesElectronic hand jack certification needed to move pallets