Production Worker

Job Description:

BASIC FUNCTION

Operate and work with filling and packaging equipment and processes according to procedures given by Working Lead.

JOB DUTIES

Follows all EHS guidelines and procedures. Participates in the good catch program. Follows all quality guidelines and procedures. Performs manually and/or tends machines which perform various packaging functions such as, filling, labeling, packing, stacking, closing containers, reworking product, cleaning, and other tasks as assigned with minimal supervision. Responsible for cleaning and general operation of various filling and packaging machines. Engage and work professionally with other employees and. Responsible for quality inspection of goods to ensure that product is packaged according to specifications. Ability to identify problems and assist in troubleshooting.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma/GED required >1 years' experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred. Must be computer literate (Microsoft Office)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to stand; walk; climb; balance on moving vehicles in standing and sitting positions, operate mechanical moving equipment; and to hear. The employee is constantly exposed to vibration while operating mechanical equipment. The employee is frequently required to bend; stoop; stand; handle; finger; feel; reach forward with arms; and talk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; crouch; kneel; squat; and twist. The employee is rarely required to crawl. The employee must occasionally lift, push/pull, and or move up to 65 pounds. The employee must possess the mandatory ability to react and move quickly in case of emergency. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus/accommodate. RISKS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to the possibility of injury to the hands or feet and collision with moving equipment. The possibility of fire exists. On rare occasion, the employee has the possibility of exposure (once a day) to electrical shock and battery explosion. The employee may also rarely come into contact with toxic / caustic chemicals from damaged product.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and machinery. A strong citrus odor is present constantly in the work environment. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Work is performed inside with moderate amounts of heat, cold and humidity encountered. Inside work can be dirty, with adequate lighting and ventilation. Conditions can include the presence of hazards such as flammable liquids, moving machinery and working around and with others. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. This job description should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an incumbent in this position. Incumbents are required to perform other related functions as assigned. Physical Demands

• Machine Operator C KEY C = Constantly (5 ½ hours
• 8 hours total in an 8-hour day) F = Frequently (2 hours
• 5 ½ hours total in an 8-hour day) O = Occasionally (25 minutes
• 2 2/3 hours total in an 8-hour day) R = Rarely (1 minute
• 24 minutes total in an 8-hour day) N = Never Frequency Required Essential Task Comments C Climbing Stairs, Pallets, Ladders C Depth Perception Stacking Product, Navigating Production C Far Acuity (over 20') Navigating Production C Field of Vision (Peripheral) Working with machines C Hearing Co-Workers, Horns C Lighting Level Moderate to Low C Moving Mechanical Parts Hazard Working with machines C Near Acuity (under 20") Equipment Controls, Printed Text, Video Screens C Noise Intensity Level Moderate (Horns/Equipment) C Walking Level Surfaces, Cement F Bending Pallet Formation, Bin Access F Color Vision Safety, Product Labels F Feeling Hand packing F Fingering Hand packing F Handling Hand packing, operating machines F Reach Forward Arm(s) Pallet Creation, Banding, Weighing F Standing Cement, Steel F Stooping Pallet Formation, Bin Access F Talking Co-Workers F Vibration Lift Truck, Whole body/Hands O Crouching Cleaning O Kneeling Changing product rolls O Reach Overhead Arm(s) Pallet Creation, Banding, Packing O Sitting Training, meetings O Squatting Cleaning O Twisting Pallet Creation R Crawling None R Electrical Shock Hazard Lift Truck Charging Station, Battery R Explosion Hazard Lift Truck Battery R Exposure to Extremes of Cold Warehouse, Manufacturing C Exposure to Hot Temperatures Warehouse, Manufacturing C Wet and/or Humid Warehouse, Manufacturing Material Handling•Machine Operator A Physical Demand Level Occasional 25 min•2 2/3hours (8-hour day) Frequent 2•5 ½ hours (8 hour day) Constant 5 ½•8 hours (8 hour day) Typical Energy Required Sedentary 10 lbs.

Negligible Negligible 1.5

• 2.1 METS Light 20 lbs. 10 lbs And/or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg Controls Negligible And/or Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls while seated 2.2
• 3.5 METS Medium 20 to 50 lbs. 10 to 25 lbs. 10 lbs. 3.6
• 6.3 METS Heavy 50 to 100 lbs. 25 to 50 lbs. 10 to 20 lbs. 6.4
• 7.

5 METS Very Heavy Over 100 lbs. Over 50 lbs. Over 20 lbs. Over 7.5

METS Physical Demand Level:

HEAVY Frequency Task Weight (Lbs.) Position Vertical Height (Inches) Distance (Feet) O Lifting 40 Floor to Bench 34" O Lifting 65 Floor to Pallet 47" O Push / Pull 45 Pallet 36" O Carrying 65 Bilateral Grip 50 F Stepping Body Tow Motor 25" F Gripping 35 Neutral ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. At ITW, we think and act like entrepreneurs. We embrace autonomy, make decisions and take ownership to create innovative solutions for our customers all over the world. ITW is a Fortune 200 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader. Our seven industry-leading business segments offer career development and learning opportunities in more than 50 countries across the globe. We're committed to investing in our people and supporting their growth through unique and relevant development opportunities at each stage throughout the employee life cycle. Our decentralized, entrepreneurial culture empowers you to think and act like a business owner. We aspire for everyone to perform to their full potential and value the unique and diverse perspectives, experiences and ideas that make us better together. The ITW Business Model gives us the tools to focus on what's most important, and we're grounded in our values of Integrity, Simplicity, Trust, Respect and Shared Risk.