Packaging Operator

Alphia • Baxter Springs, KS

4d • Onsite

About The Position

O perate packaging equipment and perform all packaging activities associated with assigned line while maintaining high product quality .

Requirements

• H igh school d iploma and/or GED
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, and percentages
• Basic computer skills
• Willing to work in a team environment and contribute to group goals
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally , in written form , and via radio
• Ability to receive and provide instructions in a positive manner
• Ability to obtain C.J. Foods Lock Out / Tag Out certification
• Ability to obtain C.J. Foods forklift certification
• A bility to multi - task
• Model behaviors that supports CJF Company values of Safety, People, Courage, Team, Speed

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a manufacturing en vironment preferred 04/16/2021

Responsibilities

• Package p roducts in bags, boxes, or bulk containers; label and stack on pallets
• Stack bags of product weighing up to 50# from between waist and shoulder height to a pallet between knee and shoulder height
• Maintain product and packaging quality through visua lly inspecting finished product
• Ensure product, bags, wraps, seals, boxes, labels, and pallets meet quality standards
• Participates in full facility equipment clean - up between runs, as directed
• Accountable for maintaining and sustaining FIFO program
• Set up, operate , and perform basic trouble shooting of packaging equipment, to include but no limited to: o Parson Eagle scales , p alletizers, for klifts, stretch wrappers , metal detectors, conveyors, check - weighers , control panels, labelers, coders, case erectors, trash compactors
• Perform QA duties as necessary, to include but not limited to: o Know and monitor HACCP compliance in - Process o Assist with product changeover, cleaning and sanitation; perform inspections required before product start - up o Collect finished product samples for product release testing o Perform verification checks of metal detectors and magnets in area of responsibility as specified in Quality Checkpoints o Immediately communicate Qua lity concerns to Packaging Lead or Supervisor o Participate in 1 st article of inspection to ensure food safety and quality
• Must complete required paperw ork accurately and completely , including simple production reports.
• Proficiency in C. J. Foods Business Systems (i.e. JDE, IQS, etc) as it applies to the position
• Anticipate technical problems and (when appropriate) proactively troubleshoot and make technical adjustments and/or notify Maintenance
• Perform operator - level preventive maintenance on assigned equipment
• Work with Maintenance and Supervisor to identify potential line improvements
• Responsible for technical training/coaching and cross training other plant personnel and new hires
• Acknowledge and adhere to the requirement to work only in job - specific designated area
• Accountable for personal safety, behavior, and performance
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and organized work area, and leaving a clean and organized work area for the following shift
• Respon sible for following Good Manufacturing Practices ( GMP’s ) and Job Safety Analyses ( JSA’s ), as well a s following Standard Operating Pro cedures (SOP’s)
• Required to notify a supervisor or a lead employee of any situation or observation that may adversely affect food safety and/or quality.
• Safely operate forklift (must obtain C.J. Foods certification)
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees