Peckham, Inc. · 2 hours ago
Packaging Operator - Revolution Farms Caledonia, MI
Grand Rapids, MI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$15/hr - $15/hrPeckham, Inc. is a nonprofit vocational rehabilitation organization that provides training opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The Packaging Operator is responsible for loading and packing products, operating machinery, and maintaining food safety standards while ensuring a clean work environment.
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Responsibilities
Properly loads and package Revolution Farms' products on assigned machines
Inspects produce for defects, contamination and foreign materials during load and packing; report any issues promptly
Inspect packaging for defects or contamination; report any issues promptly
Meets or exceed established production efficient standards
Rotate workstations as required to support workflow
Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with company standards
Complete all required Sanitation Standard Operations Procedures (SSOPs), including beginning and end of day, and ongoing throughout shift
Comply with all written Good Manufacturing and Agricultural Practices (GMPs/GAPs) at all times, including but not limited to, personal clothing, personal items, personal hygiene, food safety attire, and proper food handling and sanitation
Support and maintain the placement and storage of produce, packaging, and other materials in their designated areas within the packing cooler
Adhere to standards for material storage, including maintaining 6-inch clearance from walls, keeping items off the ground, and establishing lanes between products
Perform high-speed, repetitive tasks such as machine operation, hand packing, palletization, and shipping
Understand lettuce blend ingredients and ratios using bath math skills
Be able to properly identify all lettuce varieties and bleds visually
Organize produce and packaging to comply with First In, First Out (FIFO) procedures
Participate in team meetings and training sessions
Communicate effectively with other Team Members and Staff
Contribute positively to team goals and maintain a collaborative work environment
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
At least 18 years old
Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis
Must be able to read numbers on a digital scale
Access to reliable transportation
Grasping, sorting, handling, lifting, bending, crouching, twisting, standing, walking, carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, stooping, kneeling
Repetitive motions, eye/hand/foot coordination, machine operation, handling tools, sweeping, and similar motions
Preferred
Attention to detail
Problem solving skills
Strong organizational and planning skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to multi-task and prioritize work
Ability to operate a pallet jack and maneuver loads weighing up to 1,000 pounds
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
Company
Peckham, Inc.
Peckham, Inc., a nonprofit community vocational rehabilitation organization, is a unique business and human services agency that values quality, diversity and performance.
Founded in 1976
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2MKey Investors
United States Department of Labor
2023-02-26Grant· $2M
Leadership Team
Mitchell Tomlinson
President & CEO
Recent News
The Silicon Valley Journals
2023-02-27
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