Schreiber Foods · 8 hours ago
Packaging Operator (Night Shift, $23.00 Hourly Starting Pay (Shift Premium Included))
Grand Rapids, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$22/hr - $23/hr
1+ years expSchreiber Foods is a company in the food manufacturing sector, and they are seeking a Packaging Operator for the night shift. The role involves operating packaging equipment, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring a clean and safe working environment.
Food and Beverage
Responsibilities
Safely and efficiently operate packaging equipment and machinery
Perform troubleshooting and predictive maintenance inspections, as well as minor repairs as needed
Maintain working area as clean (free of floor debris), organized, and free of standing water
Closely monitor packaging quality, make necessary adjustments and communicate changes
Keep detailed records and document changes made to the machine during the shift
Perform set-up activities such as mechanical assembly as well as loading of packaging materials, such as caps, corrugate and inner cartons
Responsible for detailed cleaning activities in all packaging equipment as well as other areas of the plant on a regular basis; this can occasionally mean entire shifts of cleaning duties
Consistently meet production needs and goals while making efforts to minimize product shrink and downtime
Maintain levels of glue, lubrication, ink and other consumables as needed
Maintain proper levels of consumables in correct locations in work area
Actively participate in shift exchanges and work team meetings
Able to identify Critical Control Points (CCP)
Follow Good Lab Practices and safety SOP’s regarding proper labeling and use of chemicals
This position may provide limited work direction to Case Stackers
Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures
Separate liquid product waste from packaging waste and properly dispose of
This position requires the ability to work with dairy and nut products in addition to other related ingredients and allergens
Stop any observed unsafe acts, and obey facility safety rules and procedures
Correct or report any observed safety hazards
Support safety policies and programs
Qualification
Required
Safely and efficiently operate packaging equipment and machinery
Perform troubleshooting and predictive maintenance inspections, as well as minor repairs as needed
Maintain working area as clean (free of floor debris), organized, and free of standing water
Closely monitor packaging quality, make necessary adjustments and communicate changes
Keep detailed records and document changes made to the machine during the shift
Perform set-up activities such as mechanical assembly as well as loading of packaging materials, such as caps, corrugate and inner cartons
Responsible for detailed cleaning activities in all packaging equipment as well as other areas of the plant on a regular basis; this can occasionally mean entire shifts of cleaning duties
Consistently meet production needs and goals while making efforts to minimize product shrink and downtime
Maintain levels of glue, lubrication, ink and other consumables as needed
Maintain proper levels of consumables in correct locations in work area
Actively participate in shift exchanges and work team meetings
Able to identify Critical Control Points (CCP)
Follow Good Lab Practices and safety SOP's regarding proper labeling and use of chemicals
This position may provide limited work direction to Case Stackers
Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures
Separate liquid product waste from packaging waste and properly dispose of
This position requires the ability to work with dairy and nut products in addition to other related ingredients and allergens
Stop any observed unsafe acts, and obey facility safety rules and procedures
Correct or report any observed safety hazards
Support safety policies and programs
Ability to be forklift and pallet jack certified
Ability to be Lockout Tagout (LOTO) certified
Demonstrate attention to detail in work
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to solve problems by adapting knowledge and experience
Dedication to meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; acts with customers in mind
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues
Basic math plus fractions, decimals and percentages, as well as rates and ratios
Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information
Able to exchange basic informational data (fill out forms/checklists, copy data from one record to another, etc.)
Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships
Preferred
High School Diploma or GED preferred
Minimum one (1) year of experience running a production/packaging line is preferred
Minimum one (1) year of experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred
Benefits
8% company 401k match
Competitive medical, prescription drug, dental and vision benefits without a waiting period, including second-opinion medical consultation with specialists
Wellness resources, including a fitness reimbursement program and access to an interactive personalized online wellness program
Paid vacation and holidays
Professional growth and development opportunities through training and our Education Assistance Program
Childcare costs. Get up to $5,000 annually to help you with the cost of childcare. Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters.
Company
Schreiber Foods
Schreiber provides dairy favorites to people around the globe.
10001+ employees
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