Schreiber Foods · 5 hours ago
Packaging Operator (Day Shift, $22.00 Hourly Starting Pay)
Grand Rapids, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$22/hr - $22/hr
1+ years expSchreiber Foods is a company focused on manufacturing and operations, seeking a Packaging Operator for a full-time day shift position. The role involves safely operating packaging equipment, maintaining cleanliness, monitoring packaging quality, and ensuring production goals are met.
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
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
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
Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required
Authorization to work in the country in which the role is based
Benefits
All benefits start day 1 of employment
8% company 401k match
Get not one, but TWO retirement benefits. When you join our employee-owned company, you’ll be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one. In addition to an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, Schreiber will contribute an extra amount – about 8% of your earnings – toward your retirement every year. That’s a company contribution of around 16% in retirement savings annually. That’s hard to beat!
Earn bonus pay. You’ll have an opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when we meet our company goals.
Receive a $10,000 relocation bonus PLUS a generous relocation package if relocating more than 50 miles for a U.S. Salaried position.
Get up to $5,000 annually to help you with the cost of childcare. Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters.
Earn $ for focusing on your health. Depending on your medical plan enrollment, earn $1,200 in your HSA or as a cash payout for prevention activities. Plus, use your $600 lifestyle spending account for reimbursements related to health, fitness, weight management, mental health and social wellness.
Pursue development that’s relevant to your role, career goals and the company. Plus, we offer tuition reimbursement if you want to further your education to grow in your role at Schreiber.
Get access to medical, prescription drug, dental and vision benefits starting day one. This includes an onsite nurse and mental health counselor.
Experience caring like you’ve never experienced it before. We have a program that’s completely organized by and for other partners who need extra help. It’s called Partners Helping Partners. We have hundreds of examples of partners organizing fundraisers to help out others going through a hard time.
Company
Schreiber Foods
Schreiber provides dairy favorites to people around the globe.
10001+ employees
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