Bagger/Debagger

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.•Spartanburg, SC

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About The Position

PET Dairy is hiring a Bagger/Debagger to operate bagging and debagging equipment, maintain production flow, and help keep equipment operating efficiently. The role includes handling finished bottles carefully, removing defective bottles, monitoring product quality, performing routine equipment cleaning and minor repairs, and troubleshooting basic to moderate operating issues. The employee follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and corporate requirements for food safety, quality, sanitation, and workplace safety. The Bagger/Debagger communicates with other departments, management, and employees about production concerns, completes required paperwork and documentation, reports food safety or quality issues promptly, and helps identify process improvements. Other duties may be assigned. The position pays $20.00 per hour and is scheduled for second shift, Monday through Friday, from 2 p.m. until finish, with Saturdays as needed. The role requires working in a fast-paced, wet environment and may involve exposure to dust, fumes, and cleaning chemicals.

Requirements

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to pass pre-employment screenings, including drug, background, and criminal checks.
Ability to push, pull, stand, walk, climb, crouch, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and a wet environment.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime as required and occasional weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Operate bagging and debagging equipment and maintain the flow of production.
Handle products carefully to prevent damage during bagging and debagging.
Monitor processes to ensure products meet quality standards, including proper sealing and labeling.
Inspect products for flaws or impurities.
Remove defective bottles from the production line and place them in a recycling bin.
Perform routine equipment maintenance, including cleaning and minor repairs.
Maintain familiarity with applicable equipment and inspect related items for quality.
Communicate with other departments, management, and employees about problems or concerns that may affect production efficiency.
Complete paperwork clearly and accurately and document required information in accordance with SOPs.
Help identify opportunities to improve processes.
Immediately report food safety and food quality issues to management.
Maintain safe working conditions and comply with applicable state and federal health and safety regulations.
Follow DFA Good Manufacturing Practices and corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.