The Hand packer is an hourly position and reports to assigned shift shipping supervisor. The Hand Packer will perform production operation duties to ensure a quality product is produced, packaged, and prepared for delivery to customers safely.
Responsibilities:
Load and debag bottles as needed to support production. Visually inspect bottles placed on the line for production and remove damaged bottles. Bag all bottles not used for production and move them to storage as required. Monitor weights, seals, caps, and general packaging of the product. Ensure that the proper packaging materials are used for each product being produced. Assist in performing changeovers safely and efficiently. Assist in preparing equipment for the next run to include size changes as needed. Ensure proper code dates and monitor inkjet printers. Complete the cleaning checklist and assist in performing sanitation of equipment. Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area.
Qualifications and Experience :
Previous experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment preferred. Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, and accurately record data. Must be willing to work ove1time, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts, as required.
Minimum age:
18 Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical.
Physical Demands/Working Conditions:
May be required to lift, carry, lower 1-50lbs from a height of approximately seven feet to the ground and back continually for the duration of the shift. Must be able to work in both very hot (more than 100 degrees) and very cold (less than 20 degrees below zero) and in a very wet and humid environment for extended periods of time. Exposed to noise/vibration, and chemicals. Required to Stand, walk, climb, bend, twist, push and pull, and reach at, above and below the shoulder. Repetition-Hand/Wrist Simple Grasping, Firm grasping. I understand the description of this job and the essential functions, as given above. I also understand that all of the duties are not described above and that I will perform those above and other related duties as directed by my supervisor and management. Hiland Dairy Foods Company is an equal opportunity employer
