Palletizer Operator Palletizer Operator

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA • Waverly, IA

3d • $30 • Onsite

About The Position

At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives. Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Position Summary: To operate the palletizers and related equipment in order to palletize and properly ticket finished case goods.

Requirements

• Consistent attendance and punctuality are critical to this role. The successful candidate must be able to report to work on time, maintain regular attendance, and work scheduled hours as required to support safe, efficient, and reliable operations.
• Must have basic proficiency of English language to comply with verbal and written directions, signs, policies and procedures.
• Willing and able to stand on a frequent basis.
• Willing and able to work overtime.
• Willing and able to work various shifts.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous lift truck certification and experience highly desired.
• Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Startup, shutdown and changeover palletizers as needed according to packaging schedules.
• Accurately enter information into the SAP computer system to print tickets for each pallet of finished case goods and maintain the Auto Labeling device.
• Operate palletizers and unjam when there is equipment failure (including AGV’s) and notify caser operators if shutdown is required.
• Inform maintenance, warehouse, and packaging supervisors of any problems with equipment operation or finished case good quality.
• Keep area clean and perform duties in safe manner.
• Other duties as specified by supervisor.
• Responsible for the palletizing of finished case goods through the palletizer system.
• Responsible for identifying full skids of product, properly ticket each skid and communicate with lift truck driver.
• Employee shall follow Waverly safety objectives & targets, follow the plant safety rules, report incidents & unsafe conditions immediately, maintain compliance with regulations, and refer to the Safety Management System on all safety related procedures and programs.
• This position will adhere to the Nestlé USA Waverly Environmental Policy, the Pollution Prevention Plan, and the Annual Environmental Objectives & Targets. The position will support the continual improvement of energy conservation, solid waste minimization and management, and prevention of pollution within the scope of the position and throughout the plant.
• Responsible for Auto Labeler ticket system, palletizers, case conveyors and stretch wrapper.
• Wear proper sanitation equipment required by GMP and hearing protection if needed.

Benefits

• $29.61/hr
• Shift: 3rd shift (12 am-8 am) with rotating overtime, either 4 hours before or after shift
• 401k with company match
• Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Insurance eligibility begins on 31st day of employment
• 11 paid holidays
• performance-based incentives
• competitive total rewards package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED