Packer - Calbee America : Job Details

Production - Packer

• Responsible for packaging finished bags into cartons and trays.
• Responsible for checking the packaging quality (weight, seals, expiration date code, label description) ensuring the item meets all required specifications before final packaging.
• Responsible for sorting and return of overflow products in both downstairs and upstairs packaging area.
• Able to maintain product flow to scales by manually feeding overflow products into packaging lines.
• Able to manually carry up to 50 lbs. of bagged product from downstairs to upstairs packaging overflow area.
• Able to perform sanitation from tip track rooms in processing area to the end of the packaging lines in the packaging area.
• Able to assist in other areas and departments when necessary for support.

• Responsible for attending and participating in assigned training sessions related to safety, GMPs, SOPs, HACCP and SQF; applying and demonstrating obtained knowledge and following all procedures and policies related to food safety.
• Responsible for cleaning production area and all equipment by following specific cleaning procedure by using approved cleaning agents.

• Responsible for keeping work area safe and clean.
• Adheres to all safety guidelines for job performed.

• Other duties or tasks may be assigned as needed.

• Complies with all Plant, State and Federal OSHA, EPA, FDA, HACCP, and SQF regulations.
• Understands applicable SQF requirements.

Other & Miscellaneous:

• Ability to work as part of a team and as an individual; capable of learning multiple jobs while maintaining a high standard of work ethic.
• Ability to identify and analyze issues that take place in the packaging area and report them to the Packaging Machine Operators, Lead, or Shift Manager.
• Desire to be a hands-on, on-the-floor oriented with ability to adjust pace when needed.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Computer skills: Proficient with Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attendance.
• Excellent commitment and reliability.

Accuracy, Analysis, Attention to Detail, Communication (Speaking, Reading, Writing) in English, Dependability/Reliability, Ethics, Flexibility/Adaptability, Initiative/Follow Through, Judgment, Leadership, Listening & Understanding, Math Skills, Personal Computer Usage, Problem Solving, Product Knowledge, Relationship Building, Team Participation, Technical Communications, Time Management. Education & Work Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Qualified/Pre-qualified Packer by the company qualification process preferred.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential job functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Work is performed in an office and production environments with moderate to loud noise levels.
• Work is performed in environments that can vary between high and/or low temperatures and areas that can also be wet and/or dusty.

Physical Demands & Travel: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully the essential job functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to stand and occasionally sit, walk, use hands and fingers and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities include the ability to read and analyze data in hard copy and on a computer screen, measure or identify using eyesight and adjust vision focus. Infrequent travel required. Calbee North America is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or familial status or any other legally protected status.