Job Details
**Imagine**...working for a company that knows that its people are the key to its success in the marketplace. A company in which achieving extraordinary results and having a stimulating work experience are part of the same process.
We cultivate and embrace a diverse employee population. We recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives fuel our growth and enrich our global culture.
We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team oriented environment, likes to be challenged, and values the opportunity to make a difference.
**Job Summary**
The Multipack Operator, under general supervision, is responsible for the safe, efficient and continuous operation of packaging machinery.
**Essential Job Duties**
* Operates the equipment to package product within guidelines established by Quality Assurance and to the highest possible standard of quality.
* Operates and shuts down equipment in accordance with established procedures to include change overs and preventative maintenance
* Prepares line for startup and assist with any equipment changeovers, when applicable.
* Performs basic troubleshooting of issues with the machine and makes minor adjustments as needed.
* Clears loose product from turntable/area; discards defective bags, boxes, trays; sweeps loose product off the floor.
* Visual Inspections of final product packaging for product integrity including, but not limited to bag registration, code dates, prices, bag and cases for proper seals and labels. Removes out of specifications product and communicates packaging problems.
* Tracks and disposes of waste accordingly, including product rework.
* May operate tray making and/or stapling machines and may set up code dater
* Communicates with team about production needs for the day.
* Reports any issues (safety, quality, performance etc.) to Machine Operators, Group Leader, or Supervisor as appropriate.
* Practices and adheres to appropriate safety and hygiene guidelines/procedures for safe housekeeping/5S and personal protection.
* Keeps work area clean; removes trash from work area floor; stores supplies in designated areas; keeps work area aisles/exits clear and free from obstructions; identifies/reports defective equipment.
* Prepares cardboard cartons/trays for product packing by folding, taping, sorting, and labeling cartons, securing carton ends together and placing cartons/trays on the work area. Checks to ensure tape guns/taper have sufficient amount of tape.
* Performs sanitation tasks as directed including, but not limited to equipment washes
* Fills cartons/displays based on packaging specs. Ensures that products are packaged in cases with appropriate corresponding labels; if applicable tapes and seals cartons.
* Stacks correct number of cartons/trays on pallets/skids using correct stacking pattern. If applicable, utilizes pallet jack to move finished goods weighing up to 500lbs.
* May perform other duties as required
* Mandatory overtime may be required
**Statement of Coverage**
N/A
**Scope of Responsibility**
No supervisory or budgeting responsibilities
**Knowledge and Skill Requirements**
* Attention to detail, mechanical ability, ability to multi-task.
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
* Must be comfortable communicating to team members and leadership staff.
**Education and Experience**
* High School Diploma or GED and/or 1-year production experience in a manufacturing environment required.
* Professional Licenses or Certifications -N/A
**Physical Demands**
* Sitting* Seldom: x Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
* Standing Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: x Continuously:
* Walking Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: x Continuously:
* Using hands Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously: x
* Climbing Seldom: Occasionally: x Frequently: Continuously:
* Stooping, Kneeling Seldom: Occasionally: x Frequently: Continuously:
* Talking, Hearing Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: x Continuously:
* Tasting, Smelling Seldom: Occasionally: x Frequently: Continuously:
* Two Handed Carry Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: x Continuously:
* Pushing Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously: x
* Pulling Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously: x
* Overhead Work Standing Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: x Continuously:
* Ladder Climbing Seldom: Occasionally: x Frequently: Continuously:
* Repetitive Twisting Standing Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously: x
* Hand Dexterity Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously: x
* Bending Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously: x
Weight:
* Up to 10 pounds Seldom/Never: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously: x
* Up to 25 pounds Seldom/Never: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously: x
* Up to 50 pounds Seldom/Never: Occasionally: Frequently: x Continuously:
* Up to 100 pounds Seldom/Never: x Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
* More than 100 lbs with assistance Seldom/Never: Occasionally: x Frequently: Continuously:
**Work Environment**
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
* The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and extreme heat.
* The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
* The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
* Subject to indoor facility and outdoor weather conditions, dust, noise, heat/cold.
* Lighting Poor: Fair: Good: x
* Temperature Poor: Fair: x Good:
* Ventilation Poor: Fair: Good: x
* Vibration Poor: Fair: x Good:
* Noise Poor: Fair: x Good:
**Travel Required**
Minimal travel may be required.
Snyder's-Lance is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
**The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.**
**In that regard, U.S. applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click for additional information.**
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