Utility Operator - Packing - 2nd Shift

Rich Products Corporation•Murfreesboro, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for set-up and maintaining proper operation of carton forming equipment, uncuffers, bulk scales, vibrator, case sealers, metal checks, and date code printer in packing areas. Rich’s is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. With more than 13,500 associates working globally in 100 countries and annual sales of $5.9 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible.

Requirements

Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
High School Diploma or GED required.
Knowledge, skills, and ability to operate computer programs as needed.
One year experience in a manufacturing/ industrial environment.
Medium to high degree of judgment required.
Basic math skills necessary.
Moderate degree of physical activity on a frequent basis.
Must be able to lift 55lbs.
Repetitive standing, walking, bending, twisting, stooping, grasping, climbing, reaching, and moving about the facility.
Hearing ability to meet manufacturing facility safety requirements.
Works in high noise area and wears the appropriate hearing protection.
Vision abilities include close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception.
Able to work a multi shift environment.

Nice To Haves

Special certification may be required for use of forklift and chemicals.

Responsibilities

Set-up, change over, and adjust carton formers and case sealers.
Maintain data code printers.
Adjust conveyors and guides on conveyors for various size product cases.
Inspect and adjust metal detectors for proper operation.
Set-up and change build scales for proper packing weight.
Assist Production Department in labeling and rework of product.
Develop and implement new change over procedures to improve packing efficiency.
Perform periodic equipment inspections to identify worn parts of malfunctions requiring maintenance support.
Insure proper supplies are in appropriate areas to prevent down time.
Keeps work area clean and orderly, in compliance with GMP standards.
Follow all GMP’s, food safety, and quality policies.
Ensures all GMP and all Food hygiene and Food safety standards are in compliance.
Report all food safety incidents such as GMP violations, ingredient and product contamination, metal detector, screen, or magnet deficiencies, glass breakage, and pest harborage.
Ensure compliance in the areas of food defense, food regulations, and product / process quality; provide adequate coaching as needed.
Record accurate and legible results on documentation.
Provide adequate housekeeping at all times.