Packager

Prairie Farms Dairy•Mindoro, WI

About The Position

The Packager (General Laborer) performs cheese packaging tasks as needed to package products according to company specifications and standards. The starting time is determined by the supervisor based on business needs. The role reports to the Plant Manager, Production Manager, Quality Manager, Packaging Supervisor, Packaging Lead, and Packaging Assistant Lead. The Packager helps complete the daily packaging schedule cost-effectively, follows operational procedures, completes required paperwork, and ensures that good manufacturing practices, safety, and sanitation procedures are followed. The role supports proper packaging and labeling, equipment operation and maintenance, inventory management, product quality reporting, cleanup, and training. It may also involve assisting in other manufacturing plant areas and attending company-supplied job-related classes or seminars.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to read, interpret, and understand written and oral directions.
Knowledge of the proper use of equipment, materials, and supplies.
Ability to work flexible hours and weekends.
Ability to communicate verbally, understand, and write in English.
Ability to perform basic computer tasks.

Responsibilities

Complete assigned cheese packaging tasks according to company specifications and standards.
Help ensure the daily packaging schedule is completed cost-effectively.
Inspect equipment to ensure proper operation and safety.
Follow operational procedures and accurately complete required paperwork and reports.
Follow GMP, safety, and sanitation procedures and complete the required documentation.
Assist the Packaging Lead and Packaging Assistant Lead with training new employees on packaging-area tasks.
Ensure products are packaged and labeled correctly for each product and customer.
Communicate with supervisors and peers about customer orders and needs as necessary.
Complete operator checklists, calibrations, and related tasks as required.
Operate and maintain equipment, including scales, printers, sealers, and a Crumbler.
Immediately report non-compliant, defective, or substandard products to the Quality Manager, Packaging Supervisor, Packaging Lead, or Packaging Assistant Lead.
Assist with cleanup and sanitation responsibilities.
Communicate with the Inventory Clerk to ensure packaging needs are met.
Report losses of containers, packaging materials, ingredients, or products.
Accurately perform required tasks in the Infinium Inventory Management System.
Assist in other manufacturing plant areas when necessary.
Attend company-supplied job-related classes or seminars.