Operator/Packer Day Shift (Monday-Thursday 5:30am-4:00pm)

Bigelow Tea•Boise, ID

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Bigelow Tea is the number one specialty tea company in the United States. We are a family-owned and operated business and a Certified B Corporation. Being a certified B Corp officially recognizes a commitment that has been part of the company’s DNA since it was founded 80 years ago. Our purpose has always been about much more than making profits. We are committed to good citizenship, ethical business practices, accountability, transparency, protecting the environment, sustainability and supporting our communities. We pride ourselves in caring about each and every one of our employees. We have a long-term outlook and are constantly working to create an environment that inspires people to make positive contributions every day. Bigelow is currently looking for a select, talented individual, that shares our values, to join our growing team.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively relate necessary information to applicable personnel.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all common units of measure.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving standardized situations.

Responsibilities

Operates, makes minor adjustments, assures the output of machine production is properly being packed and reports machine problems to mechanics for automated packaging equipment including but not limited to: Teabag Machines, case packers, Assorted Line and Robotic Palletizer
Ensure that the proper date code and raw materials (blanks, foil, and tags) are properly located in the designated area by visual inspection.
Ensure that all safety processes are followed including use of e-stops, guards/doors are in place prior to starting machine, and following LOTO.
Monitor machine to assure it is running to standard operating procedure
Un-jam the conveyors as needed
Un-jam, re-feed and restart the machine as required
Identify basic machinery problems, be able to do basis troubleshooting and report to maintenance and supervision on machine issues
Replenish materials and monitor scrap/rejects
Pick up finished cartons from conveyor and place/stack on skid per assigned configuration.
This position may also require rotation and/or assisting other departments
Ensure machines produce product within established Q.A. standards and conduct assigned quality monitoring functions
Follow R.C. Bigelow’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and Food Safety and Quality processes.
Comply with R.C. Bigelow Safety and Health Rules
Perform other duties as assigned or needed.