Production Operator I - 1st Shift

Summary/Objective

This position is responsible for all tasks involved in the production of cream cheese. The goal of a production operator is to use equipment to assist with manufacturing, packaging, and other steps along in the production environment. This position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• • Assemble Parts for production in 8oz/3lb/30lb filler rooms;
• • Ensure filler parts are properly washed and sanitize before installation;
• • Print orders and insure correct codes are applied and lab verification;
• • Ensure accurate weights being packaged;
• • Insert work orders in SAP system for code dates;
• • Check and change labels and materials to satisfy customer request;
• • Track batches, dates of materials been used including lot numbers;
• • Set up palletizing system and robot packers for production;
• • Quality check individual units prior to packaging, insure metal detector is functioning properly, all required documents are filled out with accuracy;
• • Insure x-ray machines are functioning properly and on proper settings;
• • Perform general housekeeping as required (sweep warehouse, scrub floor, stack cardboard, empty trash, blow down box makers, clean Fanuc robots, etc.);
• • Maintain parts sink with proper iodine solution throughout the shift;
• • Run 3 lb. filler / ensure hopper is properly placed and capped;
• • Run 30 lb./Cap fillers;
• • Run 8 oz. filler / ensure hopper is properly placed and capped;
• • Contribute to the team effort to assure quality, consistency, efficiency, and reduce loss, etc.;
• • Safely operate a forklift;
• • Perform repetitive tasks efficiently;
• • Perform Sanitation tasks, cleaning fillers and associated lines occasionally;
• • Ensure all PPE is worn properly.

Competencies

• Job Knowledge
• Quality of Work
• Job Safety
• Cost Control
• Teamwork & Leadership
• Inclusion& Communication

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in a manufacturing environment with the following conditions:

• Exposure to hot or cold climate frequently;
• Exposure to chemical occasionally;
• Exposure to noise and vibration frequently;
• Exposure to wet and humid conditions occasionally.

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.

While performing the duties on the job, the physical demands are:

• Stand – continuously;
• Stoop/Bend – frequently;
• Squat – occasionally;
• Crawl – never;
• Climb Stairs or ladders – frequently;
• Reach – chest level, above or below – frequently;
• Push - 300 lbs. occasionally;
• Pull - 300 lbs. occasionally;
• Lift/carry- 50 lbs. frequently.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours vary depending on the shift and department. Overtime and weekend work is required at times. Vacation coverage as needed.