1st Shift L14 Full Case Palletizer - PA

Red Gold Careers-Direct Hire Opportunities Available•Geneva, IN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES Sets up the bar-coding system as directed by shop order instructions ensuring that each pallet receives bar-code stickers and proper use of ship by placards Understands the proper placement of case code placard on each pallet Sets up the wrapper as directed by shop order instructions, including cutting slits in wrap when product is hot Understands and responds to equipment deviations, acts quickly to bring equipment back under process control Performs quality checks for correct product: correct label label application correct tray tray formation correct print print is legible correct film film is tight on case with no burn holes Notifies supervision of any current or potential mechanical concerns of equipment Cases up all dents and unused product in proper cartons, clearly marked as: (DENTS, wholes, stewed, diced, etc.) (GOOD, wholes, stewed, diced, etc.) Performs changeover duties on equipment as required for can size changes Performs equipment cleaning as required or scheduled Manages the use of stretch wrap film to minimize waste Inspects empty pallets to ensure minimum standards are met Perform other responsibilities, as required by management Adhere to Red Gold policies, rules and regulations, including GMP's, safety, quality and sanitation EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience Working knowledge of all case palletizer equipment operations Ability to read and understand: shop order instructions, case codes and can codes Have a working knowledge of bar coding systems and operations Ability to use basic math & writing skills necessary to complete required paperwork KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Effective eye/hand coordination is preferred Must have good visual acuity for machine/product inspection Detail oriented and accurate Ability to multi-task Good written and verbal communication skills - Must be able to read and write English On the job training includes shadowing an experienced operator and packaging department training program Follows directions well SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Direct: None Indirect: None PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Sitting- to complete a task at lower levels Standing- to complete most all tasks Walking Climbing stairs repetitively Reaching- to perform activities, to get tools out of toolbox Kneeling- to perform work activities at low levels Crawling- to perform work activities under equipment Squatting Bending/stooping- to pick up tools or parts, to perform work tasks at lower levels or inside a machine Twisting- to perform work activities Pinch- to use tools, to manipulate wires Grasping/handling- using tools, manipulating parts Frequent lifting of boxes is required (empty and full) Lift cases of product on/off line, up to 23-44 pounds Lift up to 50 pounds JOB COMPETENCIES Ethics/ Integrity/ Trust Attitude and Commitment Diversity Customer Service Company Engagement Quality Cost Consciousness Other Responsible for monitoring, record keeping and taking appropriate actions for specific Food Safety Plan and Food Quality Plan and pre requisite program requirements. Responsible to report food safety and quality issues to management.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience
Working knowledge of all case palletizer equipment operations
Ability to read and understand: shop order instructions, case codes and can codes
Have a working knowledge of bar coding systems and operations
Ability to use basic math & writing skills necessary to complete required paperwork
Effective eye/hand coordination is preferred
Must have good visual acuity for machine/product inspection
Detail oriented and accurate
Ability to multi-task
Good written and verbal communication skills - Must be able to read and write English
On the job training includes shadowing an experienced operator and packaging department training program
Follows directions well

Responsibilities

Sets up the bar-coding system as directed by shop order instructions ensuring that each pallet receives bar-code stickers and proper use of ship by placards
Understands the proper placement of case code placard on each pallet
Sets up the wrapper as directed by shop order instructions, including cutting slits in wrap when product is hot
Understands and responds to equipment deviations, acts quickly to bring equipment back under process control
Performs quality checks for correct product: correct label label application correct tray tray formation correct print print is legible correct film film is tight on case with no burn holes
Notifies supervision of any current or potential mechanical concerns of equipment
Cases up all dents and unused product in proper cartons, clearly marked as: (DENTS, wholes, stewed, diced, etc.) (GOOD, wholes, stewed, diced, etc.)
Performs changeover duties on equipment as required for can size changes
Performs equipment cleaning as required or scheduled
Manages the use of stretch wrap film to minimize waste
Inspects empty pallets to ensure minimum standards are met
Perform other responsibilities, as required by management
Adhere to Red Gold policies, rules and regulations, including GMP's, safety, quality and sanitation
Responsible for monitoring, record keeping and taking appropriate actions for specific Food Safety Plan and Food Quality Plan and pre requisite program requirements.
Responsible to report food safety and quality issues to management.