Production Operator I - APC
About this role
JOB DUTIES:
- Operate production equipment under the supervision of the shift supervisor as follows:
- Packaging
- Monitor product volume, temperatures, times, and pressure readings
- Monitor gauges and record information as needed
- Know the type of product, the source, and all the handling procedures involved in each processing procedure.
- Full understanding of product flow.
- Maintain a safe, clean, organized work area throughout the facility.
- Maintain general housekeeping of production areas.
- Perform tasks of receiving product, starting, running, shutting down, and cleaning the dryer/evaporator and associate equipment.
- Collect hourly production readings, color, moisture and temperature, monitor bag house, check air pressure, monitor machinery and notify supervisor when something is out of specification.
- Ensure all charts are charts are properly documented according to company and regulatory regulations.
- Ensure all paperwork is done correctly and completely.
- Operate pallet jack and forklift.
- Prepare bags to fill using established label and numbering system in accordance with procedures.
- Proficient computer skills to print out packaging labels.
- Fill, weigh, seal and load bags on pallets (must be able to lift 60 lb. bags 6 feet high).
- Bag and blend finished powder, weigh and sample product, palletize product and move pallets (may require a forklift or pallet jack).
- Comply with, and follow, company food safety and quality policies.
- Adhere to all SOPs, procedures and quality requirements.
- Perform elementary mechanical and carpentry repairs throughout plant as instructed by supervision.
- Engage in continuous improvement and process improvement
- Anticipate problems and implement solutions
- Demonstrate good judgement in safeguarding customer, company, vendor and employee information.
- Assume responsibility for the attainment of plant goals and objectives.
- Maintain cooperative working relationships and communications with employees from all other departments and peers.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to prepare and operate all packaging machinery.
- Have general knowledge of production/manufacturing methods.
- Ability to read gauges and record data in a legible manner and in accordance with established procedures.
- Ability to learn to handle inedible protein materials in accordance with established sanitary procedures and practices.
- Ability to understand and follow established work procedures, including mandated sanitary and safety guidelines.
- Must be able to read, write and speak in English, to prepare and comprehend logs, schedules, and communicate with fellow employees.
- Ability to operate forklift/pallet jack.
- Ability to perform basic math skills.
- Ability to move freely throughout plant with sustained physical/mental effort to climb, sample and clean equipment and work areas.
- Ability to remain calm and professional during peak periods.
- Ability to troubleshoot malfunctions and situations as they arise, notifying appropriate staff of problems beyond scope of normality.
- Ability to cooperate with all staff.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to work daily and overtime as necessary.
- Ability to assist in all work areas.
- Takes on additional responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be done.
- Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of APC
- Willing to work with others, collaborating and compromising when necessary, promptly share relevant information with others
- Is open to changing situations and is willing to perform all tasks when and where assigned
- Able and willing to perform task and duties independently
- Maintains a positive and professional attitude and work ethic
- Follow all GMPs and work in a manner consistent with all corporate, regulatory, food, safety, quality and sanitation requirements.
BASIC PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Approximate: 12 Hour Day (may be longer during peak season)
Key: Occasional = 0% - 33%
Frequent = 34% - 66%
Continuous = 67% - 100%
N/A = Not Applicable
Standing Continuous
Sitting Occasional
Walking Frequent
Bending/Kneeling/Crouching/Stooping Frequent
Reaching Above Shoulder Frequent
Climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.) Frequent
Confined Spaces Occasional
Working on Heights:
Unprotected Heights Occasional
Protected Heights Occasional
Lifting weights from 1 to 80 lbs. at waist level �� Frequent
Lifting weights from 1 to 60 lbs. at floor level Frequent
Lifting weights from 1 to 50 lbs. at shoulder level Frequent
Push/Pull/Maneuver Equipment/Products/Materials
Weighing with up to 80 lbs. of force. Frequent
Working with/or Operating Moving Machinery/Equipment Continuous
Operating a Motor Vehicle (as a part of your job) N/A
Read/Monitor Gauges on Various Equipment/Machinery Occasional
Hand Movements:
Recording Data �� Frequent
Operating Office Equipment N/A
Operating Computer N/A
Simple Grasping (right and left) Frequent
Firm Grasping (right and left) up to 80 lbs of force Frequent
Fine Manipulating (right and left) Occasional
Foot Movements to Operate Foot Controls �� Occasional
Good Vision, Corrected to Normal; or Ability to Access
Required Information and to Perform Job Duties Yes
Color Definition N/A
Good Hearing, Corrected to Normal; or Ability to Communicate
and/or Understand Required Information and to Perform
Job Duties Yes
Ability to be Mobile throughout Required Work Areas Yes
Office Occasional
Multiple Locations Occasional
Plant Continuous
Equipment/Maintenance or Repair Area Continuous
Rough Terrain Occasional
Other N/A
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: High School Diploma or GED certificate required.
Experience: Previous work experience in agriculture, production, or manufacturing preferred.
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