3rd Shift Palletizer Operator

Great Lakes Cheese•Plymouth, WI

About The Position

The Palletizer Operator operates, maintains, and cleans equipment from the top of the elevators into the cooler. The role is also responsible for tagging pallets and keeping pallet magazines full while complying with customer specifications and company policies related to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and safety. Operators work with production lines to address issues, ensure machinery operates properly, maintain an organized work area, and produce products that meet customer and consumer quality expectations.

Requirements

Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and related equipment.
Ability to operate forklifts, JLG lifts, and other transport equipment.
Ability to read, comprehend, and communicate safety labels on chemical containers.
Good troubleshooting skills.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and count correctly.
Ability to constantly stand and walk; bend, flex, and extend the neck; and frequently grip, reach, lift, and pull with either hand.
Ability to frequently handle material from floor to waist and waist to shoulder, and to push, pull, and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
SAP experience.
MES experience.
Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

Keep the VanGol machine stocked with pallets.
Complete assigned preventive maintenance.
Verify counts of finished product.
Work with production lines to communicate and help solve issues affecting production.
Inspect machine emergency stops to ensure they function before production starts.
Change and maintain batteries and complete the appropriate documentation.
Set up and organize boxes and pallets needed by production.
Scan pallet tags and match them to pallets.
Maintain a productive operating speed so needs are met in a timely manner.
Perform duties in accordance with safety rules and company safety policies.
Communicate issues, changes, and safety concerns to line personnel.
Operate forklifts safely and perform pre-operational forklift inspections.
Use downtime productively.
Ensure machinery operates properly.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and procedures outlined in the Safe Quality Food Program.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.
Perform assignments and tasks according to stated safety policies and procedures.