Production Operator, 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

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. This position reports to the Production Manager.

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

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

Required Education and Experience

• Ability to speak, read, write and comprehend English.

Preferred Education and Experience

• 0-6 months’ experience in food manufacturing
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Forklift License (Company will pay and arrange for testing)
• Computer skills and basic knowledge of MS Excel and Word

Monday - Friday, 6am-2:30pm with overtime & weekends as required