Bagger

  Job Summary

The Bagging employee is responsible for handling salmon fillets from the bagging table, performing a final quality check, and placing fillets into vacuum bags for packaging. This position is responsible for ensuring products meet established quality and appearance requirements while maintaining proper product handling and an efficient production flow. The employee works closely with other High Care and Production employees to ensure products are handled properly and efficiently. The employee is expected to follow all requirements of the Food Safety and Quality Management System (FSQMS), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety procedures, safety requirements, and other applicable company policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive salmon fillets loaded onto the bagging table by personnel responsible for offloading the slicing machine.
• Inspect the appearance and overall condition of each fillet prior to bagging.
• Spread the fillet down on the board as needed to ensure proper positioning and presentation.
• For skin-on products, check the fillet to ensure that no skin is showing. Adjust the fillet or trim excess skin as necessary.
• Perform a final visual quality check to identify product concerns before bagging.
• Place fillets into the appropriate vacuum bag and return the bagged fillet to the bagging table for collection by vacuum packing staff.
• When salmon is being prepared for retail packs, place the fillet onto the designated rack at the end of the bagging table.
• Handle salmon products carefully to maintain product quality and prevent damage or contamination.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area throughout the shift.
• Follow production procedures and instructions provided by supervisors and leads.
• Follow all company safety procedures, requirements, and proper PPE practices.
• Comply with all facility GMP rules and policies and all applicable processes and requirements of the Food Safety and Quality Management System (FSQMS).
• Follow proper food safety, product handling, sanitation, and hygiene practices at all times.
• Report product quality concerns, food safety issues, damaged product, equipment problems, or other concerns to the appropriate supervisor or lead.
• Communicate effectively with other High Care and Production employees regarding product quality or production concerns.
• Assist with other production activities, cleanup, line support, or other tasks as assigned.
• Perform other production-related duties as requested by the High Care Supervisor.

Compensation details: 17.15-17.5 Hourly Wage

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