2nd Shift- Labeling Operator I - Gehl Foods

2nd Shift Labeling Operator

**Schedule: Monday-Thursday**

**Hours: 12:45pm-10:45pm**

**Wage: $18/hour + 5% Shift Premium**

** $2500 Sign On Bonus**

**Full Benefits Package**

**401k Match**

Job Responsibilities

• Perform essential functions and operation of the Palletizer and De-palletizer.

• Completes machine set ups, change overs, tooling changes, adjustments and troubleshooting related to the operation of one or more packaging machines.

• Maintains line efficiencies at designed rate and the standards to meet quality and customer requirements.

• Performs general light maintenance and troubleshooting of machines and related equipment.

• Verbally communicates at shift changes with other operators on status of machines performance.

• Enters equipment downtime and reasons into the MES data system for your equipment promptly.

• Maintains appropriate quality and production documentation.

• Verifies product matches the production schedule and completes inventory documentation.

• Monitors bottle, carton and case codes to ensure the product is being properly packaged and quality standards are being adhered to.

• Reports out of standard results to the Quality department and supervisor immediately.

• Reports unsafe conditions or other compliance issues to assigned Line Lead and/or Supervisor.

• Participates in Continuous Improvement initiatives.

• Efficient and safe use of fork truck as needed.

• Retrieves and maintains product from the ASRS storage area.

• The individual will be required to lift 50 pounds, bend, climb stairs and stand the majority of their shift.

• Ensures that required competencies to carry out these job functions affecting product legality, safety and quality are met in accordance with the Quality Policy and the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) Standard.

• Ensures compliance with Gehl safety standards and with applicable regulatory requirements while following the company’s Good Manufacturing Practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• 6 months of high speed Packaging or Assembly line production experience is preferred
• Demonstrated organizational, detail orientation and observational skills
• Basic mathematical calculation skills
• Requires good oral and written communication skills in order to interact with employees.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment, multi-tasking and often with limited supervision
• Requires a basic understanding of GMPS’, HACCP and SQF guidelines.
• Requires a good mechanical aptitude to relate to and understand the equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3 years of high speed Food Manufacturing, Packaging or Assembly line production experience is preferred