What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sorter position at Hazelnut Growers of Oregon?
Sorter
JOB SUMMARY: Remove hazelnut defects and foreign materials so hazelnut products can meet quality standards.
Reports To: Team Leader
- Hiring 2 positions for the day shift. Hourly shift differential (eligible).
Responsibilities
- Visually identify defects in hazelnuts according to grade, color, and size.
- Discards inferior or defective products and foreign matter from a conveyor belt.
- Follows established Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and safety policies while performing job duties.
- Clean the work area daily.
- Follow all documented procedures.
- Communicate quality issues and to management and QA personnel.
- Other duties, responsibilities, and/or tasks as assigned.
Special Skills/Training
- Ability to read, write, and understand English. (Without an interpreter)
- Ability to work in a team environment in a positive manner of respect, cooperation & flexibility.
- Good work ethic and ability to work independently.
- The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists
Experience/Education
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Prior food processing experience is preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Able to lift 25 pounds repeatedly.
- Ability to climb ladders.
- Prolonged standing and repetitive bending.
- Must be willing to work overtime as necessary.
Working Conditions
- Mostly inside an industriafood-gradede facility.
- Smock and hairnet (beard net if necessary) are required within the facility.
- Occasional outside work is necessary.
- There is a moderate level of noise while the plant is in production.
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Job Type: Temporary
Pay: $15.50 - $16.00 per hour
Salary : $16 - $16