Packaging Specialist

Location: Jerry’s Enterprises, Inc. Commissary Reports to: Packaging/Distribution Lead Classification: 22 Part Time Helper Range of Pay: Progressive scale up to $18.00 hour / based on experience Hours: Sunday – Saturday, varied hours PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: To help the Packaging/Distribution Department meet daily goals. NATURE AND SCOPE: Primary emphasis in this position is to ensure consistent product quality and quantity to meet daily needs. Primary challenges are on product knowledge, sequence of workflow and packaging/distribution speed.This position requires knowledge of packaging/distribution, product preparation, food safety regulations, ongoing social skills/verbal interaction, reading, walking, standing, moderate lifting, and operation of finishing and wrapping equipment.Position functions and work hours may vary according to business needs.Assignments and work direction provided by Packaging/Distribution Lead or person in charge. QUALIFICATIONS Must be self-directed and able to prioritize projects Reliable, punctual, honest and dependable Assist with department needs Answer Packaging/Distribution Department telephone calls promptly Package and prepare bakery products for distribution Slice product safely Package finished bakery products Properly label and distribute finished product Follow safe food handling and preparation processes Follow approved preparation and production guidelines Ensure proper product quality and presentation Clean Packaging/Distribution Department Follow all safety, sanitation and food handling regulations Assist with breaking down and cleaning equipment Assist in cleaning department and maintaining conditions in the back room Clean shelves, racking and cases as needed Use personal protective devices (splash goggles, chemical-resistant gloves) as required Comply with local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and policies Responsible for following and enforcing procedures outlines in the Food Safety Plan and any other programs that support the food safety, quality systems and other 3rd party audits Follow all facility and department policies and procedures Assist in the Production Departments when assigned Perform other duties as assigned or delegated PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: FREQUENT: 15% of the work shift or at least ten repetitions per work shift. OCCASIONAL: Approximately less than 15% of the work shift or fewer than 10 repetitions per work shift. FREQUENT: Physical lifting/carrying to 50 lbs., pushing/pulling over 50 force lbs. Unloading bakery ingredients and supplies walking, reaching, standing, stooping/bending, squatting repetitive motion: turning, bending equipment operation: scanner, scale, label machine, mixer, oven, bread slicer, scraper knives, baker rack, box cutter, pallet jack, pan washer Mental judgment/decision making, social skills/verbal interaction, memorization, reading, writing, math, basic computer skills Environmental extended exposure to varied temperatures and wet surfaces, working with hot grease OCCASIONAL: Physical lifting/carrying over 50 lbs., equipment operation (calculator), climbing ladders, kneeling, crawling Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Jerry’s Enterprises, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodations (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please visit the store to which you are applying. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) In accordance with all requirements of federal, state, and local law, Jerry’s Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Jerry’s Enterprises, Inc. prohibits discrimination in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, termination, pay, discipline, transfer, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and all other aspects of employment on the basis of age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy (including lactation, child birth, or related conditions), physical or mental disability, marital status, familial status, veteran/military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Privacy We respect our applicants’ privacy. Applicants will be required to provide specific information to complete the application process. The information you provide, unless otherwise specified, will only be used in regard to our employment decision.