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Ferrara · 4 hours ago

Packaging Operator 2nd Shift

Fairfield, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$32.41/hr - $33.16/hr

3+ years exp

Ferrara is a company that focuses on delivering high-quality candy to customers. As a Packaging Operator, you will be responsible for operating packaging equipment, ensuring product quality, and maintaining efficient operations.

ConfectioneryFood and Beverage

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Performs all duties associated with the operation of the variety of packaging equipment in the section including the independent setup of all packaging equipment as assigned by the supervisor or production schedule

Make independent adjustments and corrections to the piece of equipment to which the operator is assigned, ensuring efficient operation of that particular piece of equipment

Directs the production workers assigned to that particular piece of equipment being utilized, to ensure efficient operation in completing the assigned tasks

Inspects all production to ensure compliance with specifications for that particular package

Operate Redzone manufacturing software via tablets to record production data, complete required quality checks, and support continuous improvement initiatives

Perform changeovers on the variety of packaging equipment as directed by the supervisor or production planner

Apply a clear understanding of written production schedules and instruction manuals

Perform cursory preventative maintenance duties on assigned equipment

May be assigned to calculate, compile, and report production volumes as directed by the packaging supervisor

Performs all duties assigned within the packaging section including the packing of cases or caddies, palletizing cases, gathering, mixing, and feeding of product to the packaging equipment, marking cases or cartons, inspection of product, and assembly of cartons or cases

Performs the safe operation of a manual or powered pallet jack, also will be required to operate power lift equipment including specialized (narrow-aisle) equipment including but not limited to Forklifts. Require 6-12 months minimum driving experience

Qualification

Packaging equipment operationRedzone manufacturing softwarePreventative maintenanceMathematical skillsLanguage skillsReasoning ability

Required

Ability to work overtime

Ability to work varying start times, end times, and weekends dependent on business needs

Ability to operate a variety of packaging equipment

Ability to make independent adjustments and corrections to the equipment

Ability to direct production workers assigned to the equipment

Ability to inspect all production to ensure compliance with specifications

Ability to operate Redzone manufacturing software via tablets

Ability to perform changeovers on packaging equipment

Ability to understand written production schedules and instruction manuals

Ability to perform cursory preventative maintenance duties on assigned equipment

Ability to calculate, compile, and report production volumes

Ability to perform all duties assigned within the packaging section

Ability to operate a manual or powered pallet jack

Ability to operate power lift equipment including specialized equipment

6-12 months minimum driving experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to five years related experience or nine months structured on the job training

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence

Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure

Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions

Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations

Ability to stand and walk regularly

Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls

Ability to reach with hands and arms

Ability to talk or hear

Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl occasionally

Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds

Ability to seek assistance on all lifting of over 50 lbs

Ability to work near moving mechanical parts

Ability to work in a moderate noise level environment

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO)

Annual bonus based on company performance

Company

Ferrara

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Ferrara is a confectionery company that offers sweet snacking.

Founded in 1908

Chicago, Illinois, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.ferrara.com

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