2nd Shift Utility Person (1100)

HANOVER FOODS CORPORATION•Penn Township, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position assists the Leadperson in setting up lines and fills in for various positions as assigned by the Supervisor and/or Leadperson. The role requires knowledge of the Depal Machine operation, the ability to operate a forklift and an electric pallet jack, and the capacity to function as a laborer for ingredient and container handling. Responsibilities include performing the duties of a Closing Machine Operator, preparing brines as a Sauce Cook, preparing concentrate, understanding bean soaking procedures, and operating at least one processing vessel. The role involves heavy lifting and requires immediate reporting of any mechanical and/or safety issues to the Supervisor and/or Leadperson. The Utility Person is responsible for maintaining a clean work area, adhering to good housekeeping practices, common safety practices and procedures (including wearing protective equipment), and the Company’s plant hygiene standards to ensure high product integrity. This role is also responsible for the execution of food safety, legality, and quality policies and procedures within the scope of job responsibilities, such as GMP’s, HACCP, safety, product quality, food security, and plant security. Other duties may be assigned by the Supervisor and/or Leadperson.

Requirements

Must have knowledge of the Depal Machine operation.
Must be able to operate a forklift and an electric pallet jack.
Must be able to function in a laborer capacity for ingredient handling and container handling.
Must be able to perform the duties of a Closing Machine Operator.
Must be able to perform the duties of a Sauce Cook (prepare brines).
Must be able to prepare concentrate and understand the bean soaking procedures and operate at least one processing vessel.
Basic math skills
Ability to record data on to a spreadsheet
Ability to communicate with management and co-workers
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to work in all environments
Must be able to work overtime as required
Must maintain a good attendance record
Safe work habits
The ability to attend work predictably and regularly and to be punctual.
The ability to read and understand documents, drawings, and instructions (whether presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form).
The ability to work with mathematical concepts and to apply concepts to practical situations.
The ability to work cooperatively with others.
The ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and coworkers.
The ability to perform several tasks at once.
The ability to follow direction or instruction.
The ability to use a computer to communicate, create, and access information.
The ability to lift and move.
The ability to sit/stand/bend/stretch, etc.
The ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with the hands and arms

Responsibilities

Assists Leadperson in setting up lines, as needed.
Fills in for various positions, as assigned by the Supervisor and/or Leadperson.
Operates a forklift and an electric pallet jack.
Functions in a laborer capacity for ingredient handling and container handling.
Performs the duties of a Closing Machine Operator.
Prepares brines as a Sauce Cook.
Prepares concentrate and understands bean soaking procedures.
Operates at least one processing vessel.
Responsible for heavy lifting.
Reports any mechanical and/or safety issues to Supervisor and/or Leadperson immediately.
Keeps work area clean and in accordance with good housekeeping practices.
Adheres to common safety practices and procedures including the wearing of protective equipment and clothing.
Adheres to the Company’s plant hygiene standards to ensure high product integrity.
Responsible for the execution of food safety, legality and quality policies and procedures within the scope of the job responsibilities such as but not limited to: GMP’s, HACCP, safety, product quality, food security, plant security, etc.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor and/or Leadperson.