Packaging Labor- First Shift

Michael Foods Inc.•Lenox, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Packaging Labor position packs finished frozen egg products into cases according to customer specifications. The role fills and folds omelets and prepares them for freezing, while monitoring and removing defective products. Packaging team members help deliver safe, high-quality products and are expected to follow safety, food-safety, quality, sanitation, and regulatory requirements. The work takes place at Michael Foods’ Lenox, Iowa facility, which primarily produces pre-cooked egg patties.

Requirements

At least one year of stable work history is preferred.
Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable English words and recognize similarities and differences between words and number series.
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and multiply and divide with 10s and 100s, including using American units of money, weight, volume, and distance.
Ability to follow oral instructions using common-sense understanding and address problems involving one concrete variable in standardized situations.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and withstand constant motion.
Ability to repeatedly lift and carry 30 pounds and occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds safely.
Ability to work indoors on hard surfaces in changing temperatures and to travel stairs.
Basic verbal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and safety regulations, and wear required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of stable work history.

Responsibilities

Sort and pack frozen egg products according to customer specifications while keeping pace with machinery and the conveyor system.
Read scales and check case weights according to customer specifications.
Lift and carry products or materials safely, including loads up to 50 pounds.
Work with the team to keep the conveyor system from backing up or becoming jammed with product.
Rotate to different positions during the shift.
Determine whether products meet specifications and take corrective action as needed.
Assist with general housekeeping in the work area.
Take personal responsibility for maintaining a safe and healthy workplace and follow safety policies and procedures.
Follow quality work practices and GMPs, maintain sanitary conditions, and help ensure product quality.
Report conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety or quality to management.
Ensure regulatory compliance.
Perform other duties as assigned.