1st Shift Utility Person (1043/1044)

HANOVER FOODS CORPORATION•Hanover, PA

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for assisting in the line operation as directed by management and/or the line leaders to ensure safe, productive operations while maintaining predetermined quality standards. Assists the line leaders in the operation of the production lines. Performs changeovers and wash downs of the lines as required. Assists in ensuring quality and quantity of work produced is maintained according to line standards. Reports maintenance, quality and safety concerns to management and the line leads immediately. Ensures proper materials and ingredients are used. Learns what the line leads are responsible for and serves as a backup as needed. Must be able to lift 75 pounds as required. Must be able to operate a forklift as needed. Adheres to all common safety practices and procedures including the wearing of protective equipment and clothing as required. Adheres to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) as outlined in the Employee Handbook and as per management’s directives. Ensures work area is kept clean and orderly in accordance with good housekeeping practices. Responsible for following food safety, legality and quality policies and procedures within the scope of the job responsibilities such as but not limited to: GMP’s, safety, product quality, food security, plant security, etc. Responsible for coding on the boxes and bags; and ensures product is produced within specs. Checks and confirms that the wheels are chocked in the trailers being loaded. Performs other duties as assigned by the Freezer’s Production Supervisor and/or Lead.

Requirements

Basic math skills
Ability to record data onto a spreadsheet
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to work in all environments
Must be able to work overtime as required
Ability to communicate with management and co-workers
Must maintain a good attendance record
Safe work habits
The ability to attend work predictably and regularly and to be punctual.
The ability to read and understand documents, drawings, and instructions (whether presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form).
The ability to work with mathematical concepts and to apply concepts to practical situations.
The ability to work cooperatively with others.
The ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and coworkers.
The ability to perform several tasks at once.
The ability to follow direction or instruction.
The ability to use a computer to communicate, create, and access information.
The ability to lift and move 75 pounds.
The ability to sit/stand/bend/stretch, etc.
The ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with the hands and arms.

Responsibilities

Assisting in line operation
Performing changeovers and wash downs of lines
Reporting maintenance, quality, and safety concerns
Ensuring proper materials and ingredients are used
Serving as a backup to line leads
Adhering to safety practices and GMPs
Maintaining a clean work area
Following food safety, legality, and quality policies
Coding on boxes and bags
Ensuring product is produced within specs
Checking and confirming that the wheels are chocked in the trailers being loaded
Performing other duties as assigned