Operator, Labeler | 1st Shift (6:00am - 2:30pm)

LASSONDE PAPPAS AND CO INC•Hendersonville, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Lassonde Pappas & Co., formerly known as Old Orchard Brands, is a US Leader in beverage manufacturing dedicated to our team members, customers and consumers satisfaction. We remain committed to our small-town roots and rural values. Hardworking and caring are qualities that make our teams special. Since 1942, we’ve been producing delicious products for our customers across the country! To provide the best for our customers, we focus on building the best team by creating and advancing an inclusive environment amongst our diverse workforce. If you’re passionate about customer satisfaction, reliable, and committed to being and doing better, join us! We value each of our employee’s total wellbeing. To support employees in all stages of their wellness journey, we have a robust benefits program including: medical, dental, and vision coverage options, growth and development potential, along with 401-K, Life & Disability Insurance, PTO, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Fairs, Gym Membership Discounts, and so much more!

Requirements

High school diploma/GED Equivalent; or equivalent work experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Detailed oriented and can multi-task
Excellent time management skills
Must be able to read operating procedures and quality documentation

Nice To Haves

Experience in the food/beverage industry a plus
Previous experience in manufacturing or production environment
Consultative, influential, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

Set up and operate a production label machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines
Use computer-controlled labeling equipment to select, position, and secure automatic or semi-automatic machines for different bottle sizes.
Control and adjust machine settings to complete simple tasks accurately, according to specification, and in a timely fashion.
Understand and properly operate all machine controls.
Know the purpose and follow the proper operation of all safety switches, interlocks, and safety devices
Perform and record all required quality checks and documents on provided documentation.
Perform label changes properly and documents in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Adjust the pick-up glue, lap end glue, glue brushes, and label basket for changing application needs
Clean all labeler and labeler parts
Clear jams and re-time the machine
Monitor the flow of bottles from the cooler, through the labeler, and into the landing / packing equipment and adjust rails for proper flow
Perform changeovers of labeling equipment by removing and installing change parts and adjusting/setup for new bottle sizes
Set up and change cap coding equipment. Perform computer work to scan bottle labels and enter the necessary cap coding information into the cap coding equipment
Proficient in all assigned maintenance tasks on the labeler and complete documentation of these tasks.
Keep the work area clean and orderly on an ongoing basis, in compliance with the company’s good housekeeping practices.
Train new employees that are hired in the work area assigned
Advanced knowledge of field
Lead by example and assist others who may need guidance
Be accessible for employees to ask questions regarding their area of expertise
Provide positive recognition to employees who exhibit good behavior in their work area
Provide feedback to managers on individual and team performance
Accountable for food safety, food quality, and regulatory requirements for their position
Encouraged to notify management about actual or potential food safety issues
Adopt and maintain all SQF requirements for their position
Empowerment to work with supervision to resolve food safety and food quality issues within their scope of work
Perform other related duties as required and assigned