Bits Packaging Production Associate
About The Position
Sugar Creek Packing Co., founded in 1966, is a flourishing privately held, family owned food company. Its commitment to making the highest-quality, best-value products has allowed Sugar Creek to grow into one of the largest independent bacon processors servicing the global market. This role involves working on a production line, performing various duties such as picking up and loading/unloading product, and rotating through different positions as needed. The associate will follow instructions from leads and supervisors to ensure efficient and timely product line function.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred, or equivalent experience.
- Previous production experience preferred.
- Know how to operate industrial-size equipment safely and efficiently.
- Possess adequate hand dexterity to manipulate or move objects.
- Able to work well with others in a team environment.
- Able to follow directions and multi-task efficiently.
- Possess strong attention to detail and thoroughness.
- Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Know how to strictly follow safety procedures.
- Mostly standing/walking required.
- Occasionally moving items weighing less than 40lbs may be required as needed.
Responsibilities
- Sort and pack various types of food products.
- Seal and secure packaging in accordance with product specifications and requirements.
- Maintain production line efficiency by clearing jams and following proper lockout/tagout safety procedures.
- Maintain production line efficiency by folding cardboard boxes and other packaging types as needed.
- Use pallet jack to move larger quantities of product.
- Inspect labeling to ensure the label is accurate and contains proper dates and product types.
- Open different types of packaging containing raw materials.
- Use various types of machines, including but not limited to ovens, slicers, sorting machines, packaging machines, and other types of industrial food-processing equipment.
- Notify Line Lead, Production Supervisor, or Plant Management of any mechanical or material issues.
- Rotate to various positions along the line as needed or instructed by Line Lead, Supervisor or Plant Management.
- Occasionally help in the packing up and moving of various equipment or lines, including but not limited to wrapping, boxing, and moving various machines and related parts.
- Maintain a clean and safe work area.
- Attend training, and demonstrate retention of that training, for the safe and clean operation of machinery in the assigned department or on the assigned line.
- Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures and regulations.
- Support all safety, food quality and sanitation initiatives and policies.
- Follow SugarCreek safety rules and procedures.
- Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
