Production Line Associate

Summary:

Work on the production line conducting various duties, including picking up product from load-in, loading and removing product from production line, and rotating to various positions along the production line as needed. Follow instructions from Line Lead and Production Supervisor/Departmental Manager. Work diligently to ensure efficient and timely function of the production line.

Responsibilities:

• Sort and pack various types of nutraceutical and/or cosmetic products.

• Seal and secure packaging in accordance with product specifications and requirements.

• Maintain production line efficiency by clearing jams and following proper lockout/tagout safety procedures.

• Maintain production line efficiency by folding cardboard boxes and other packaging types as needed.

• Use a pallet jack to move larger quantities of product.

• Inspect labeling to ensure the label is accurate and contains proper dates and product types.

• Open different types of packaging containing raw materials.

• Use various types of machines, including but not limited to slicers, sorting machines, packaging machines, and other types of industrial food-processing equipment.

• Notify Line Lead, Production Supervisor, or Plant Management of any mechanical or material issues.

• Rotate to various positions along the line as needed or instructed by Line Lead, Supervisor or Plant Management.

• Occasionally help in the packing up and moving of various equipment or lines, including but not limited to wrapping, boxing, and moving various machines and related parts.

• Maintain a clean and safe work area.

• Attend training, and demonstrate retention of that training, for the safe and clean operation of machinery in the assigned department or on the assigned line.

• Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures and regulations.

• Support all safety, food quality and sanitation initiatives and policies.

• Other duties as assigned

Abilities, Knowledge, and Skills Required:

• Know how to operate industrial-size equipment safely and efficiently.

• Possess adequate hand dexterity to manipulate or move objects.

• Able to work well with others in a team environment.

• Able to follow directions and multi-task efficiently.

• Possess strong attention to detail and thoroughness.

• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Know how to strictly follow safety procedures.

• Previous production experience preferred.