Packaging Technician Level 1 - Colby, WI

Job Description

Packaging Technician Level 1 - Colby, WI

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Follow time and attendance guidelines in accordance with the employee handbook.

• Work cooperatively in a team environment and accept and follow directions.

• Able to stand for long periods while leaning forward.

• Ability to regularly lift and / or carry up to 70 pounds individually or with assistance.

• Continuously lift up to 35 pounds and moving or stacking on a pallet for at least two hours.

• Ability to squat and bend frequently during shift.

• Ability to grasp, reach, twist, push and / or pull using both hands and wrists continuously.

• Capable of accurately operating and reading a scale.

• Able to work around moving conveyors without motion sickness.

• Tolerant of seasonally very warm temperatures.

Occasi 1-40% of shift Regularly = 41-60% of shift Frequently = 60-90% of shift C 90-100% of shift

QUALITY CONTROL REQUIREMENTS

• Appreciation for cleanliness and sanitation, keeping work area clean and organized.

• Knowledge of and ability to follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

• Awareness of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and its importance.

• Follow all Safe Quality Food (SQF) guidelines.

• Maintain excellent personal hygiene and wear appropriate apparel for the job.

NOTE: Required to report food safety problems or concerns immediately to a person with authority to initiate action as indicated on the organizational chart.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Be aware of and follow up to date OSHA regulations that apply to the tasks in your job.

• Practice safe lifting techniques, bending and lifting with your legs not your back.

• Pivot with your feet avoiding twisting at the waist.

• Be aware of your surroundings, watching for forklift traffic and trip hazards such as pallets or cords.

• Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the job you are doing.

• Never operate equipment for which you have not been properly trained or certified for.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pick up, move, manipulate and count pouches of product at a rapid pace.

• Accurately and neatly arrange cases on to pallets in compliance with instructions.

• Operate a scale to accurately monitor and add or subtract pouches to reach correct case weights.

• Apply correct labels uniformly on cases and pallets.

• Review and verify accuracy of containers, labels and ink jet messaging.

• Properly fold, tape and/or insert liners into boxes.

• Handle cheese products in order to cut into smaller pieces and repackage as needed.

• Other duties as assigned by Team Leader, Supervisor or Management.

• Report any suspicious activity related to food defense.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

REF:87147BR