Nutrition General Labor

Leprino Foods Company•Town of Barton, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position safely operates the whey bagging line in accordance with standard operating procedures and monitors the quality of outgoing product. It reports to the Whey Supervisor, and no employees report to this position. The schedule is listed as nights, 6:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Leprino Foods is a 24/7 operating facility, so employees must be willing and able to work weekends, holidays, other shifts, and required overtime as needed. The pay rate is $26.17 per hour, with a $0.75 evening differential for each evening hour worked between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m., and a $1.00 weekend differential for each hour worked Saturday and Sunday.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.
Pass a physical abilities test assessing the ability to bend, reach, lift, pull, and climb stairs or ladders as required for the position.
Be able to work Sunday through Saturday, off-shifts, weekends, holidays, and required overtime to support a 24-hour, 7-day operation.
Be able to lift up to 50 pounds hourly, climb a ladder, and regularly walk up and down stairs.
Meet the position's specific vision requirements, which may include close and distance vision, color and depth perception, and reading computer screens for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing-environment experience is strongly preferred.
Background or aptitude in maintenance or mechanical functions.
Proficient computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office products.
Familiarity with SAP or a similar integrated manufacturing system, or the ability to learn one.
Prior food-industry experience.

Responsibilities

Operate bagger equipment efficiently according to standard operating procedures.
Monitor whey powder and packaged-product quality.
Conduct hourly scale and metal detector checks.
Reconcile bag and pallet weights.
Complete daily checklists.
Enter data into MES.
Complete paperwork accurately.
Communicate effectively.
Maintain a clean work area according to GMP practices.
Perform all duties safely and comply with applicable safety policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Profit sharing
401(k)
Monthly safety/quality incentive bonus
Matched retirement savings
Paid vacation: 40 hours every six months, increasing with tenure
Nine paid holidays
56 hours of paid sick time annually
Healthcare benefits starting the first of the month following the hire date, including a wellness incentive program
Educational assistance
Discounts on Leprino Foods products