Standby Operator - LF

HP Hood•La Fargeville, NY

6d•$23 - $23

About The Position

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future! Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more. Job Summary: This duties of this position may involve operating machines for long periods and repetitive bending and lifting of 50 lbs frequently. Shifts may vary during a week and days off may not be consecutive. The Standby Operator covers down where there is the most need. There is no guarantee of what shift will be worked week to week but will be scheduled weekly.

Requirements

GED or High School Diploma
Prior experience in a manufacturing setting preferred
Basic Computer Skill preferred
Excellent Troubleshoot Experience
Ability to work well with people
Communication skills are a must
Multi-tasked Individual
Ability to work independently
Standing: Long periods (a minimum of 8+ hours)
Sitting: Occasionally for short periods
Walking: Long periods
Bending: Frequently
Lifting: Heavy (50+ lbs) frequently
Carrying: Heavy (40-60 lbs) frequently distance
Pushing/Pulling: under 75 lbs without assistance frequently

Responsibilities

Daily Operations of filling and packaging equipment in a production line setting
Operations of equipment in key areas of dairy processing
Compliance with New York State regulations
Adherence to all plant GMP and sanitation policies.
Compliance with all OSHA regulations as well as 100% plant safety policies.
Following all guidelines and rules associated with local unions CBA.
Operate a variety of tools and equipment; performs general plant cleaning and grounds maintenance
Maintain and complete required environmental and production paperwork. Accurate documentation.
Establish and maintain working relationships with external agencies (sanitation authorities, equipment vendors, etc)
Support SQF by completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
Maintain positive relationships with plant supervisors and managers
Perform above functions in assigned areas of responsibility
Perform assigned duties with minimal supervision
Respond and perform assigned duties in a timely manner
Perform assigned duties following "GOOD MANUFACTURING PRACTICES".
Attend Daily Production Meeting if required.
Maintain records and logs as required.
Support change over and start up of assigned area.
Attend all mandatory training