Packaging Operator (Day Shift, $22.00 Hourly Starting Pay)

Schreiber FoodsGrand Rapids, MI
Onsite

About The Position

This is a fulltime day shift position working on a consistent 6:45 am - 7:00 pm rotating schedule. Pay starts at $22.00 an hour $1,000 sign on bonus $1 weekend premium Eligible for all benefits day 1 of hire 8% 401K match

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED preferred.
  • Minimum one (1) year of experience running a production/packaging line is preferred.
  • Minimum one (1) year of experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
  • Ability to be forklift and pallet jack certified.
  • Ability to be Lockout Tagout (LOTO) certified.
  • Demonstrate attention to detail in work.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to solve problems by adapting knowledge and experience.
  • Dedication to meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; acts with customers in mind.
  • Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues.
  • Basic math plus fractions, decimals and percentages, as well as rates and ratios.
  • Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information.
  • Able to exchange basic informational data (fill out forms/checklists, copy data from one record to another, etc.).
  • Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.
  • Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based.
  • In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization.
  • Based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Safely and efficiently operate packaging equipment and machinery.
  • Perform troubleshooting and predictive maintenance inspections, as well as minor repairs as needed.
  • Maintain working area as clean (free of floor debris), organized, and free of standing water.
  • Closely monitor packaging quality, make necessary adjustments and communicate changes.
  • Keep detailed records and document changes made to the machine during the shift.
  • Perform set-up activities such as mechanical assembly as well as loading of packaging materials, such as caps, corrugate and inner cartons.
  • Responsible for detailed cleaning activities in all packaging equipment as well as other areas of the plant on a regular basis; this can occasionally mean entire shifts of cleaning duties.
  • Consistently meet production needs and goals while making efforts to minimize product shrink and downtime.
  • Maintain levels of glue, lubrication, ink and other consumables as needed.
  • Maintain proper levels of consumables in correct locations in work area.
  • Actively participate in shift exchanges and work team meetings.
  • Able to identify Critical Control Points (CCP).
  • Follow Good Lab Practices and safety SOP’s regarding proper labeling and use of chemicals.
  • This position may provide limited work direction to Case Stackers.
  • Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Separate liquid product waste from packaging waste and properly dispose of.
  • This position requires the ability to work with dairy and nut products in addition to other related ingredients and allergens.
  • Stop any observed unsafe acts, and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
  • Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
  • Support safety policies and programs.

Benefits

  • $1,000 sign on bonus
  • $1 weekend premium
  • Eligible for all benefits day 1 of hire
  • 8% 401K match
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year
  • Personal Time Off (PTO) starting on day one
  • Up to $5,000 annually to help with the cost of childcare
  • Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters
  • Wellness Incentive
  • Employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) to use on fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, pet and mental health benefits starting day one
  • Partners Helping Partners program
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