3rd Shift Bagger Operator

SNACK CRAFT (MASTER)•Grand Rapids, MI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Work on an automated bagger machine that "bags" and packages the finished product. Control to start/stop the machine, troubleshoot minor issues (bag jams, labeling mistakes, etc.), loading the machine with film to package products.

Requirements

Machine Operation: Ability to set up, operate, and maintain bagging equipment.
Quality Control: Inspect product packaging to ensure compliance with specifications while maintaining records of production and machine performance ensuring all items are correctly labeled and coded.
Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve machine jams and malfunctions while quickly adapting to changes and issues that arise during the packaging process.
Safety Compliance: Follow all safety regulations and protocols.
Communication: Ability to read and understand written instructions and communicate effectively and collaborating with team members to ensure smooth operations.
Ability to lift 50 lbs., carrying, pushing or pulling moderately heavy objects as assigned by position.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to position boxes, bags and equipment.
Reaching overhead, above shoulders and horizontally.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
Ability to stand and walk for an entirety of a shift.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma/GED preferred

Responsibilities

Following GMPs, OSHA Safety, and all other company procedures.
Proficiency with vertical form and seal baggers
Check every bag that is being handled for requirements mandated from the customer.
Keep a clean and sanitary working environment
Inform Kitchen Operators when packaging issues arise
Check paperwork to ensure accuracy for shift, bagger and line.
Comprehensive in the practices, procedures and techniques involved in food manufacturing
Uses proper lifting techniques
Comprehensive in general mathematic calculations
Keep the line clean throughout shift when possible and during downtime
Communicate with the machine operators to ensure accurate counts and plan for changeovers
Communicate with Hilo driver to ensure accurate counts of product and restock of packaging
Stack cases and/or displays on the correct pallets, with the correct number of cases, properly labeled, stacked, and wrapped neatly
Assist with cleaning during changeovers and end of the week cleans
Communicate with the Machine Operators to ensure accurate counts.
Participate in monthly Safety training courses.