1st Shift A-Packer (Line Leader)

Job Description Job Title:

A-Packer Employment Type:

Full Time Department:

Packaging Department Reports To:

Packaging Supervisor Back-up:

Packaging Supervisor Backup, Packaging Supervisor Working Hours:

Mon•Thu, 4:45am•3:45pm

Location:

TPT Plant FLSA:

Hourly Overall Focus:

The A-Packer is a working leader who is responsible for the following responsibilities. Show up 30 minutes before the start of shift to set up their production line. Complete all required paperwork/inspections completely in a timely manner. Understand story boards and packed finished goods in accordance with customer expectations and/or requirements. This job description is not intended to be all inclusive of every job function. All employees shall perform as directed by their supervisor or management team. Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions Accountable for safe work practices Accountable for the productivity of the packaging area Champion Targeted Pet Treats goals, policies, visions and values Qualifications•Knowledge and skills necessary to meet organizational objectives

Education/Training/Experience:

High school diploma or GED preferred

Certifications/Licenses:

N/A Knowledge and Skills:

Live by Targeted Pet Treats Values Mechanically inclined preferred Assume responsibility for self-improvement Attention to detail Participate in the improvement//problem solving process Show up to work on time Dress appropriately Maintain good personal hygiene Take breaks of appropriate length and frequency Follow all policies and procedures Verbal and math skills•10th grade level Teamwork Ability to work with little or no supervision Time management skills•develop and adhere to a schedule Willing to work weekends Keeps work areas clean and neat Judgment/decision making skills Communication/Listening skills Know when to ask for help Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment Integrity Adaptability Core Competencies Insight-fulness Ability to identify key issues and relationships based on information being communicated by a variety of resources Making decisions based on logical assumptions combined with factual information while keeping the organizational values and goals in mind Collaboration Working and communicating appropriately and effectively across roles and departments Customer Communication Working with internal teams to meet and exceed customer expectations. Integrity Time management skills•develop and adhere to a schedule Does what they say they are going to do Instills trust through actions and behaviors Adaptable Can adjust to a new environment quickly Adapts well to stressful situations and industry fluctuations Able to delegate as needed Work with coworkers in a professional manner Job Related Competencies Complete and understand positions training documents Good Manufacturing Practices shall be followed at all times Lead by example Start shift 30 minutes early to set line(s) up for production prior to shift start Completes all required paperwork/inspections completely in a timely manner Fully understand department Story Boards Fill, seal, date, case and palletize product in accordance with customer requirements Understands and completes proper sku change/end of shift cleaning Champions Food Safety, HACCP and SQF Physical Requirements (Necessary to perform essential functions of job with or without an accommodation) Maneuver through tight spaces Lift 25 lbs. over their head Pull/Maneuver pallet jack with up to 2,000 pound loads Carry items of 50 pounds in weight from one place to another Stack 50 pounds repetitiously Must be able to work with Soy. Must be able to distinguish colors