3rd Shift Labeling Palletizer Operator (1087)

HANOVER FOODS CORPORATION•Penn Township, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Hanover Foods Corporation is hiring an operator at its Hanover Canned Plant in Hanover, Pennsylvania. The role involves operating an automated depalletizer to maintain product flow to labeling lines, inspecting products, handling divider sheets, and operating and maintaining an empty skid palletizer. The operator is also responsible for accurate paperwork, housekeeping, and following plant hygiene, safety, food-safety, legality, and quality procedures. The posting identifies the shift as graveyard, although its summary refers to a Depalletizer Operator on the 2nd shift.

Requirements

Basic math skills.
Ability to record data onto a spreadsheet.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Effective communication skills with management and co-workers.
Ability to work in various environments.
Willingness to work overtime as required.
Good attendance record.
Safe work habits.
Ability to frequently stand, walk, and use hands to handle and manipulate objects.
Ability to occasionally climb, crawl, squat, kneel, and bend.
Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally.
Ability to push or pull up to 25 lbs frequently and up to 40 lbs occasionally.
Ability to read and understand documents, drawings, and instructions.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply them to practical situations.
Ability to work cooperatively with others and deal politely and professionally with customers and co-workers.
Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and follow directions.
Ability to use a computer for communication and information access.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in a food processing facility.

Responsibilities

Operate the automated depalletizer to ensure a smooth flow of products to the labeling lines.
Report mechanical or safety issues to the Supervisor or Leadperson immediately.
Inspect products for can codes and manufacturing defects, such as bad seams, swells, or dented cans.
Remove and neatly stack divider sheets from between layers of cans.
Maintain accurate and neat paperwork and forms.
Assist the forklift driver in securing cans on the top layer.
Operate and maintain the empty skid palletizer.
Maintain good housekeeping practices in the work area.
Adhere to plant hygiene standards to ensure high product integrity.
Follow common safety practices and procedures, including wearing protective equipment.
Execute food safety, legality, and quality policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Leadperson.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.