Skilled Packaging Technician (SPT)

Biery Cheese Co.•Louisville, OH

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Skilled Packaging Technician (SPT) must comply with all plant GMP, SQF Quality and Safety, Food Safety and Bio-Security procedures. The SPT should be able to demonstrate the skills needed to perform every job function in their respective section. This will include the ability to operate all equipment to a proficient operational level. This position may also perform sanitation duties, as needed. Typical positions filled by SPT’s are as follows; Slicer, Hayssen Operator and Material Handler.

Requirements

Able to demonstrate the skills needed to perform job description.
Able to maintain skillset.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
Ability to deliver outstanding results.
Demonstrate reliability and good work ethics, quality work performance, pay attention to detail, and maintain a good working relationship with all other departments.
Ability to work independently with little supervision.
Ability to multitask and work in a team oriented fast-paced environment.
Willingness to grow with the organization.
Ability to exercise considerable judgment and be able to identify and solve problems.
Maintain attendance.

Responsibilities

Safely operate all of the equipment/machines on the line in the most efficient manner.
Have in-depth knowledge of E21 functions. Have the ability to track quantities per order, input lot numbers and start/stop work orders on time.
Have a basic understanding of the vision system and how to change programs when needed.
Responsible for completing all tracking sheets throughout shift accurately and in detail (Downtime, Metal Detector, Line Checks, Redzone).
Track orders as you go and ensure you have enough cheese to complete orders without running out.
Ensure product is ran to specification ensuring the highest quality and help perform root cause analysis on all quality defects.
Understand the equipment in the back of the line. Be able to use it on a daily basis and make adjustments when needed (Robots, matrix, taper, labeler, scale).
Operate forklift/high lift.
Check work orders and stage material according to demand for production lines. Record tracking information from bulk cheese containers/LP’s to table placards.
Operate Swiss and 640 lifts to load respective machines.
Set up and operate Single Stages.
Perform the function of process/trim position.
Check correct recording on computer screens, in reports and documents, verify accuracy of calculations.
Assist in supporting a safe and healthy work environment for all personnel through consistent support of the company’s Safety Process.
Participate/support the SQF program and assist in the development of the system and operational standards and corrective actions.
Understand all plant GMP’s.
Perform routine quality checks.
Hold yourself and team members accountable.
Make verbal reports to Section Leader and provide spoken information about a problem or issue.
Participate in 5Y methodology.
Fill-in for other personnel per production needs.
Perform all PT1 and PT2 duties as needed.
Available to work overtime, as needed.