Packaging Operator, Blue Buffalo

GENERAL DESCRIPTION – PURPOSE OF ROLE: The packaging operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating the packing machine to ensure product compliance to company and customer standards. The packaging operator sets up, adjusts, maintains and operates various pieces of computerized and manual inspection of the packing equipment. A strict compliance with the facility Food Safety and Quality Management System Policies and procedures are required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Follow all LOTO procedures. Ability to operate equipment to produce products for customers. Responsible for product movement. Assure quality and safety standards are adhered to. Knowledge of machinery upkeep and operation. Tracking and rotation of product. Ability to perform sanitation tasks as assigned. Communicate and work as a Team Member. Assist other team members in completion of work. Ability to work flexible work schedules with varying hours as required. Monitor products, code dates, seals, and packages to ensure they consistently meet the highest quality standards. Be able to make adjustments when necessary. Set up and change over packaging equipment. Develop and maintain excellent bin management skills, including monitoring that the product is on the appropriate system and delivered to the appropriate packaging line without delay to the operation and to minimize waste. Perform Food Safety checks and CCP monitoring activities as specified by HACCP. Enter in data from product quality checks. Cross train to be able to operate all packaging lines. Perform other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Record keeping, and organizational skills. Knowledge of product packaging as well as packaging requirements. Ability to read, write and understand English. Strong interpersonal skills, positive attitude and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels. Must be able to calculate totals, percentages, and operate some computerized equipment. High School diploma or GED. PREFERRED SKILLS, COMPETENCIES AND EXPERIENCE: Ability to read and interpret documents such as SOP’s, and safety documents. Understands the importance of safety and quality. 2 or more years in food manufacturing with production floor experience. Detail oriented and able to multi-task.

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