Line Operator

Line Operator

Job Summary: The Line Operator packages all syrups, extract and LCC in an efficient manner exceeding customer satisfaction. They ensure all activities are handled in accordance with Finlays Solutions mission, business philosophy, ethics, and goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inspection: Check bottles for proper labeling, inspect the tightness of caps, check each bottle for syrup spots and overall cleanliness, verify ink jet codes and Julian codes for clarity
• Packaging: Pack and check each case to ensure proper bottle quantities, remove boxes from conveyor belt and palletize for shipments
• Work Area: Maintain a clean workspace removing trash as needed, following Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP) and reporting issues to department supervisor.

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience: Basic understanding of production processes, food safety knowledge preferred
• Forklift: Forklift certified or willing to obtain
• Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours or stay later to finish work when needed

Physical Demands:

• Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled hours during peak periods or critical operations
• Must possess adequate vision, hearing, and verbal communication skills to meet essential job performance and safety standards.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and regularly perform physical tasks such as pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, bending, stooping, squatting, and using hands for detailed tasks
• Physically capable of performing tasks such as lifting, climbing, and using hand and power tools, including pallet jacks, scales, ladders, and standard material handling and cleaning equipment
• Capable of safely lifting up to 50 pounds frequently throughout the day; ability to handle heavier items with proper lifting equipment or team-assisted techniques to ensure safety

Work Environment:

• Employees must be able to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment that may include exposure to odors, dust, moderate noise levels, and fluctuations in temperature and ventilation.
• Work environment may involve exposure to inclement weather. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times, which may include but is not limited to: safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, gloves, hairnets, uniforms, and face shields, as required by specific job duties and safety protocols.

Quality Statement:

Our Quality and Food Safety Management strategy is anchored by our food safety and quality culture and a two-pronged approach to "be the best" as we produce "only the best". Every employee has a role to play in this strategy as outlined by the following:

• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), allergen control, food defense, HACCP, SQF, and regulatory requirements so that we make consistently safe, quality products.
• Ensure the presence of visitors, contractors, and customers are documented on each visit in and out of the facility to maintain good manufacturing practices, allergen controls, food defense/food security and HACCP controls.
• Report all food safety and quality issues to management immediately.
• Partner with colleagues across all functions to share knowledge, skills, and information regarding quality and food safety.
• Adhere to all health and safety work practices.
• Exhibit an understanding of quality and food safety standards and be able to speak about the Finlays quality and food safety system and your role in it.
• Handle customer complaints in a timely and professional manner so that the customer is put first, always.
• Participate fully in Finlays programs that drive continuous improvement methodologies.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Finlays Solutions is an equal employment opportunity employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Finlays employs individuals that are 18 years of age or older. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.