Stuffer Operator

Benefits Information:

• Medical and Dental insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Simple IRA – with company match
• Employee Discounts

Responsibilities:

• Assembles and disassembles stuffing equipment using hand tools.
• Properly operates stuffers and utilizing control panels and hand controls to start/stop and/or adjust machinery and equipment that stuffs product into casings.
• Completes all scheduled quality checks required to maintain product specifications
• Accurately records casing information along with all quality check information as required. Ensures product quality, consistency, and compliance with customer specifications.
• Must be able to perform all jobs and efficiently operate all equipment in the stuffing Departments. Must be able to make the appropriate adjustments to keep the lines running within the equipment and company guidelines.
• Perform all functions of general labor duty positions in the stuffing departments. Must be able to stand, walk, climb bend, stoop, kneel, squat, crouch, reach, grasp, twist, lift, push, pull and perform overhead work. Complete all required documentation accurately and proficiently along with other required written communication applicable to the job. Ensuring all processing steps have been completed and a quality product is delivered to the customer. All food handling tasks are completed properly i.e. proper packaging, weights are in the acceptable range.
• Individual will learn and comply with all HACCP and Food Safety Policies and Procedures; Individual will ensure compliance for all monitoring and verification tasks as outlined in the Food Safety Management.
• Assist on the production floor where needed.
• Comply with all safety policies and procedures.
• Supports and contributes to effective safety efforts by adhering to established Bilinski’s and OSHA safety policies, rules, regulations, and procedures; wears appropriate PPE clothing and equipment during the performance of work duties; promotes accident prevention; reports injuries; utilizes proper lifting techniques; seeks guidance and assistance if needed; and identifies and reports unsafe conditions
• Must be able to communicate effectively with maintenance, quality assurance and production management.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on possession of a student visa or visa sponsored by a third-party employer
• Basic Math and Reading ability
• Must be able to work overtime as needed.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Basic computer knowledge and skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous food manufacturing experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude.