Packaging Utility Trainee

Lamb Weston•Delhi, LA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This entry-level position supports Packaging Operators by safely supplying materials, monitoring product and package flow, completing routine quality checks, performing cleaning and basic equipment tasks, and communicating issues that may affect safety, quality, or line efficiency. Working under the direction of the Production/Packaging Lead, Team Leader, and Packaging Operators, the Packaging Utility builds the knowledge and skills needed to qualify for future Packaging Operator opportunities. The role includes operating and monitoring packaging equipment, performing inspections and documentation, supporting sanitation and changeovers, and handling packaging supplies and products. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for employees with disabilities, absent undue hardship.

Requirements

Communicate, comprehend, and follow instructions in English, both written and oral.
Pass the Sanitation Step Up Card.
Lift up to 50 pounds and frequently stand, walk, bend, stoop, shovel, twist, and turn.
Wear a sanitation suit in environments with temperatures that vary from hot to cold.
Perform repetitive arm, wrist, and hand movements required for job actions and procedures.
Work with hands and arms overhead and in or under equipment.
Have manual dexterity, overall coordination, and good balance to work at ground level and at heights.
Operate work-related equipment.
Meet the job's vision requirements: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Climb stairs or ladders to various heights regularly.
Perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily.

Responsibilities

Own, operate, and monitor case erecting, packing, sealing, and coding equipment to optimize performance.
Feed products to conveyors, hoppers, or other feeding devices.
Place supplies in feeding devices.
Verify lot numbers and codes of packaging supplies.
Operate and monitor cardboard balers.
Perform assigned inspections of primary and secondary containers and promptly report products or packaging that do not meet Packaging Specifications.
Monitor correct and legible case codes.
Recycle usable packaging supplies.
Build and rake totes.
Hand palletize as needed.
Immediately notify the Packaging Operator and Team Leader of conditions that may affect safety, product quality, or line efficiency, and assist with corrective actions within training and authorization.
Clean assigned packaging equipment and work areas in accordance with sanitation, safety, and lockout/tagout requirements; support Packaging Operators during cleanup and changeover activities.
Promptly report mechanical or electrical issues to Team Leaders and Maintenance.
Accurately complete, maintain, and sign documentation and administrative forms required for assigned packaging, quality, sanitation, and training activities.
Complete daily Systems and Standards work.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Team Leader.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care, Health Reimbursement Accounts, and Health Savings Accounts.
Well-being programs, including companywide events and a wellness incentive program.
Paid Time Off.
401(k) plan with company contributions.
Financial planning services.
Employee stock purchase program.
Life and accident insurance.
Family-friendly employee events.
Employee Assistance Program services, including mental health and concierge-type services.
Compensation and bonus incentive programs.