Job description:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Machine and Equipment Operations:
Perform pallet banding and wrapping operations.
Set up and change machine settings, including manipulator/stack strips, rewind guides, and female knives.
Change banding carts as needed.
Prepare job setup for packers to ensure smooth production flow.
Operate pallet jack, RoboPack, and hoist for material handling.
Load and unload slitters efficiently.
Prepare skids for use in the production process.
Commitment to Product Safety and Quality:
Ensure all work is performed in compliance with food safety standards, product legality, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain high standards for product quality and adherence to internal quality systems.
General Manufacturing Support:
Maintain cleanliness and organization in work areas.
Assist in other duties as assigned by the Shift Manager.
Qualification Requirements:
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Skills and Abilities:
Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Strong written and verbal comprehension.
Ability to read a ruler and accurately measure materials.
Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
Physical Demands:
This position requires the following physical activities, as noted below. These demands are integral to the job and necessary to perform the required duties effectively:
Lifting: Frequent lifting of up to 65 lbs.
Walking: Frequent walking (34-66% of the time).
Standing: Constant standing (67-100% of the time).
Climbing: Rare climbing (1-5% of the time).
Pulling/Pushing: Frequent pulling and pushing (34-66% of the time).
Cramped or Confined Space: Rarely required (1-5% of the time).
Sitting: Rarely required (1-5% of the time).
Safety Hazards and Requirements:
To ensure a safe working environment, the following safety protocols must be adhered to:
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
Safety Glasses: ANSI certified Z-87 safety glasses with side-shield protection are required in manufacturing areas.
Steel Toe Footwear: ASTM certified protective steel toe footwear is required to prevent injuries from heavy parts.
Hearing Protection: Available but not mandatory in factory areas due to loud noise from operations.
Hard Hats: Required in areas with construction or overhead work to prevent injury from falling objects.
Gloves: Required for certain operations within the slitter department (specific jobs and times will be communicated by the Shift Manager).
Other Hazards:
Potential exposure to sharp edges (e.g., metal parts, paper) that could cut hands. Gloves are required for specific tasks.
Working Conditions:
Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with potential noise, debris, and varying temperatures.
The role requires working both independently and as part of a team to meet production goals.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Experience:
Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
Night Shift (Required)
Overnight Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
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