Robot Operator

Glanbia•Gooding, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Glanbia Nutritionals Inc., our portfolio centers on dairy and non-dairy nutritional ingredients. We co-innovate and deliver ingredient solutions and precision premixes for use in the mainstream food and beverage, infant and clinical, and functional nutrition markets. We are the number one provider of whey-based nutritional ingredients globally and the number one producer of American-style cheddar cheese. Our protein systems have transformed the bar and beverage categories — bringing increased levels of protein, cleaner labels and greater product functionality to market. We have a direct presence in 21 countries, with manufacturing facilities in the US, Germany and China, and international sales and technical offices around the world. Job Summary Responsible for the robot packaging equipment and handling the end product accordingly by using the forklift and tote hoist.

Requirements

Computer experience helpful
Must be mechanically inclined
Cannot have any lifting restrictions
Self-motivated and ability to work with little supervision
Must be dependable and trustworthy
Must be able to work in hot and dusty conditions and go up & down stairs
Must be accurate in taking samples & performing tests
Must be certifiable on a forklift
Ability to operate (or learn to operate) necessary equipment
Excellent record required in safety, attendance, and punctuality
Ability to stand and walk the entire shift if needed
Ability to read and write instructions in English
Knowledge of the proper use of all cleaning chemicals
Must be able to work weekends, and overtime as required

Responsibilities

Efficiently operate Robot, Forklift, and Tote Hoist
Monitor operation of equipment and make appropriate adjustments to produce top quality products
Checks bag seals bags, and makes sure that the powder bags are stacked on pallets correctly
Ensures correct weight of bags and totes
Makes sure that stacked powder is wrapped in cellophane, tagged, and placed in the correct rack in warehouse using a forklift
Pulls cake check bags for laboratory analysis
Records number of animal feed bags filled
Helps re-run failed bags that have been through the metal detector
Cleans robot area and warehouse and assigned areas
Restocks bag room with supplies (bags, pallets, cardboard, etc)
Trouble shoots equipment to improve and maintain operating efficiencies
Assist with training new operators
Reads through Standard Operating Procedures and help update them when possible
Checks dates, run numbers, and bag numbers
Assist packaging room operator with changeovers
Take readings and fill out equipment log sheets
Monitor & Report all product spills, safety hazards, and equipment problems
Take an active role in team participation i.e. HACCP, Food Safety etc.
Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued pursuant to the Occupational Safety and Health Act which are applicable to his/her own actions and conduct.
Complies with all applicable food safety regulations and mandates (Safe Quality Foods, Food and Drug Admin, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance)
Perform other duties as assigned
Regular and timely attendance required