Packaging Operator

ABOUT BAY STATE MILLING COMPANY:

Bay State Milling Company is a family-owned company with a strategic intent to support the growth of the next generation of grain-based foods in North America by providing the leading array of plant-based ingredients. Since 1899, we have proudly provided exceptional quality flour and grain products, and we continue to build on our legacy as we bring new supply chains and technologies into our realm of capabilities. Our Core purpose is to provide food ingredients to promote the growth of healthful and affordable food choices for the consumer.

We recognize that the universe of grain-based foods is constantly changing and responding to consumers' desire for variety, healthfulness, great taste and affordability in their food choices. We are not afraid of change; in fact, we believe that change cultivates opportunity. Our goal is to stay a step ahead of our customer's needs, while always maintaining the trust they have placed in us for generations. We are committed to maintaining our Core Values of INTEGRITY, QUALITY, CREATIVITY, CARING, and COLLABORATION in pursuit of achieving this goal.

SUMMARY


Performs all duties relevant to Packaging Operations to ensure compliance with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements in accordance with established company policies and procedures while maintaining the highest levels of safety, quality, and productivity. Ensures packaged goods are properly filled, sealed, labelled, baled, palletized and stretched wrapped in accordance with customer and/or BSM Co. standards. Performs other duties (such as but not limited to: performing metal detector checks, test weighing packed bags, inspecting pallets and raw materials prior to use, cleaning machinery and physical plant, accurately completing documentation, etc.) as assigned to aid in efficient operation of the department. Safely operates machinery, industrial forklift, Bobcat, or yard tractor as required to support Packaging Operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Perform all work safely and in accordance with all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards and Bay State Milling's Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
2. Keeps work areas clean to insure a sanitary and safe environment
3. Operate a forklift, Bobcat, & yard tractor as needed in a safe and efficient manner to ensure the optimum performance for the Packing and Warehousing Department
4. Preparing and checking all raw materials (empty bags, films, pallets, labels, etc.) prior loading the packaging machine magazines
5. Makes necessary changes to control parameters and mechanical adjustments to packing machinery to accommodate bag size changes, labeling requirements, type of pallets and slip sheets, control of bag weights, presentation of bales, pallets and stretch wrap to ensure proper and efficient machinery operation
6. Operates packaging machinery through HMIs, local digital displays, switches and indicating lights
7. Ensures all final packaged goods are properly:
   • Sealed
   • Labeled, and
   • Have sufficient weight
8. Performs metal detector checks in accordance with the HACCP Program
9. Keeps accurate records
10. Performs minor maintenance on packaging machinery
11. Keeps supervision informed of problems and progress of packing demands
12. Hand stacks product as required
13. Performs daily sanitation duties and assigned tasks as specified in the master cleaning schedule
14. All other task assigned by supervision

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

1. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
2. Need to have good computer, math, writing, and reading skills.
3. Basic mechanical ability
4. Employee must have the ability to become certified in the operation of Packaging and Warehouse Department equipment such as but not limited to; packaging machinery, forklifts, Bobcat, and yard tractor

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Employee must have the ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend instructions and documentation in the English Language.


MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Employee must have the ability to work with and apply mathematical concepts such as: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, and proportions in all units of measure used in practical situations.


REASONING ABILITY

Employee must have the ability to:

• Define and solve practical problems
• Collect and record data
• Establish facts and draw valid conclusions
  • Interpret an extensive variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
  • Deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables simultaneously in standardized situations

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Successful completion of forklift training, written exam and driving test. On-going training to enhance performance in position as required.

SAFETY

While performing the essential job functions, the employee is expected to work in a safe manner and follow company policies regarding safety. It is the expectation and responsibility of the employee to report any and all injuries immediately to the supervisor, and to report any safety situation that the employee feels is substandard and poses a risk for employee injury, property damage or loss.


TEAMWORK

Ensures that appropriate individuals are informed about matters impacting their areas of responsibility; works well with others; shares knowledge and experience with others; demonstrates respect and consideration for others' opinions; contributes to the overall task of the team. Demonstrates integrity; works effectively in teams; facilitates inter-departmental cooperation; cooperates with supervision and peers to accomplish work assignments; helps create and maintain effective working relationships.

DEPENDABILITY

Follows through on tasks; requires minimum supervision and follows instructions and procedures. Arrives at work on time; follows Company policies on vacations, leaves, etc. Observes Company rules; completes tasks within deadlines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

FOOD SAFETY / SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

The Company is committed to producing and delivering defect-free products. To ensure this, all employees are required to be trained on and adhere to the Good Manufacturing Policies set forth by the Company as they pertain to personnel practices, equipment, and facilities. It is also vital that all employees be aware of the work environment and when possible, prevent accidental or intentional adulteration of products produced at this facility. As a result any employee has a right to put product on hold if they have a concern. At the plant level, only the Quality Assurance Manager and General Manager have the authority to release product on hold.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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