What are the responsibilities and job description for the Packaging Technician position at FedUp Foods?
Who We Are
Founded in 2008, AKM LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of FedUp Foods PBC, is one of the nation's early producers of kombucha, and one of the largest functional beverage manufacturers in America, offering a diverse portfolio of organic private label functional beverages for top global retailers.
Position Summary
Packaging Technicians play a vital role in the successful production of our beverages. They are expected to embrace their integrity in all positions on the production line to ensure we are sending the highest quality products possible to our customers.
Schedule: 2nd Shift, Full Time, 40 hours per week
An ideal applicant will be highly skilled, consistently punctual and enjoy working with a variety of skilled individuals who share similar values and goals.
General Duties/Responsibilities
AKM provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as directed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Salary: $19 per hour
Founded in 2008, AKM LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of FedUp Foods PBC, is one of the nation's early producers of kombucha, and one of the largest functional beverage manufacturers in America, offering a diverse portfolio of organic private label functional beverages for top global retailers.
Position Summary
Packaging Technicians play a vital role in the successful production of our beverages. They are expected to embrace their integrity in all positions on the production line to ensure we are sending the highest quality products possible to our customers.
Schedule: 2nd Shift, Full Time, 40 hours per week
An ideal applicant will be highly skilled, consistently punctual and enjoy working with a variety of skilled individuals who share similar values and goals.
General Duties/Responsibilities
- Assist in the setup, breakdown, and cleaning of any of the bottling lines on packing days
- Work a variety of positions on the packaging lines throughout the day.
- Ensure that product being handled at your particular station meets standards of quality (caps fastened, liquid level appropriate, labels level, boxes secure)
- Fill and clean kegs when needed
- Daily cleaning and set-up following Good Manufacturing Practices
- Perform case flavor mixing as needed
- Thorough deep cleaning or special projects may be deemed necessary on an as needed basis
- Follow GMP policy when in the production facility and encourage your team to do the same.
- Understand our SQF policies relating to pest control, visitors, allergen management, and cleaning and sanitation.
- Demonstrate awareness of Management's Commitment to SQF and work towards Food Safety and Quality and help the company meet this commitment.
- If there is a problem that involves food quality and safety, report to the Quality Assurance Manager Manager so that the CAPA (corrective action, preventative action) log may be filled out, the situation be investigated, and resolved with the goal of continuous improvement of food quality and safety.
- Forklift and pallet jack experience preferred but not required
- Keen attention to detail
- Heightened awareness of safety precautions and hazards for self and others
- Ability to work with a team to achieve production goals
- Positive and team oriented attitude
- Ability to put in occasional 10hr shifts
- High school diploma or GED required
- 30 minute unpaid Lunch break; Two 15 minute breaks Paid
- Space can be crowded with manufacturing equipment. Must remain aware of forklift traffic.
- Noisy; some areas can be dusty. May encounter extremes in temperature.
- Requires standing, walking, pushing, pulling, stooping, or lifting 100% of the time, occasionally walking on uneven, slippery surfaces.
- Duties may include lifting and maneuvering heavy equipment and/or parts. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly (solo) and up to 100 pounds occasionally with assistance.
AKM provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as directed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Salary: $19 per hour
Salary : $19
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