General Labor-Glass Handler

Trailblazer Foods•Portland, OR

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for transferring empty glass/plastic containers from pallets onto the product line as well as setting up/monitoring conveyor of BEVCO machine. Position will assist with pail packaging production when Bevco rinser is not operating.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum of one year food processing related experience
Must be able to read, write speak the English language
Use simple math, and use basic hand held measuring tools
Ability to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and to be conscientious about assignments
Effective verbal and written communication skills with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Company
Ability to exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships

Responsibilities

Maintain reliable attendance, including overtime as needed.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time and follow the company handbook.
Ensures compliance with the Company's HACCP and FDA requirements as they pertain to GMP'S and housekeeping expectations.
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, applies feedback to improve performance.
Daily approval of time in Paycom and/or through manual temporary agency time tracking protocols
Maintain safe and organized operation by complying with company operational policies, procedures, and standards
Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
Must document and communicate any issues (including safety and quality)
Reports issues of food safety and quality to Supervisor or Manager.
Written Communication - Writes in English clearly and informatively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Informs Supervisor of equipment malfunction.
Time management – Getting things done in a timely manner while keeping safety in mind.
Safety and Security - observes procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Responds accordingly to food safety and quality issues.
Has a competent understanding of allergen control.
Teamwork - Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Performing other work-related duties as assigned
Transfers empty containers from pallets onto production line.
Watches containers as they are loading into Bevco Rinser to identify container defects, and manually deflects to predetermined accumulator or reject area.
Watches containers on Conveyors to identify container defects, and manually deflects packages to predetermined accumulator or reject area.
Records any rejects any damages to help insure proper inventory counts.
Stops equipment to clear jams
Adjusts machinery as needed to product specification, avoid damage or breakdowns.
Ensure all partial materials are stowed correctly according to Trailblazer Foods regulations.
Perform all necessary set up, change over, and sanitation required keeping the area clean and operational.
Assist filler operator feeding empty containers into BEVCO machine, opening pallets, and down stacking boxes.