1st shift Packaging Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Job Summary:

The Packaging associate will process finished goods in a systematic flow from the oven room into blast freezer and then to the final pack line. The packaging associate works in a fast-paced environment that requires teamwork and collaboration.      

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Packing and Assembly: pack finished goods into boxes according to company specifications.
• Quality Inspection: Visually inspect products for defects, quality standards, proper labeling, and accurate coding.
• Labeling and Documentation: Weigh, seal, and label containers or products with the appropriate shipping information.
• Production Line Support: Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment to meet daily production quotas, often in an assembly line style of processing.
• Cleanliness: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including clearing waste.
• Equipment Operation: Safely run packing equipment, such as tape guns, denester tray machine, shrink-wrappers, carton stackers, and film applicators.
• Material Handling: Move finished goods to their destination for storage or shipping.
• Other: Performs other related duties as requested by management.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Attention to Detail: High level accuracy with the inspection of products, verification of proper labels, and confirming proper packaging/cases are being used.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for long periods (8–12-hour shifts), walk, bend, kneel, lift (less than 50 lbs.).
• Fast-Paced Capability: Ability to keep up with production lines that reach speeds of 96 to 106 units per minute.
• Communication & Teamwork: Ability to work well within a team and report issues, such as the finding of defective materials, malfunctioning equipment, or workplace hazards, with management.
• Bilingual: English & Spanish is a plus but not required.

Safety Conscious: Comply with all company safety rules and OSHA regulations.