Packer-9a-5pm shift Creamery $16.48-17.00-Creamery

POSITION:  
 The Packaging worker is an important part of the creamery’s team in the cheese cutting, preparing and sanitation area of the cheese production.   This person will be working in a team environment or independently, depending on the variety of tasks and job that need to be performed and achieve the results of a quality product in a timely and effective manner. As with all positions at Prairie farms to include all food safety and quality requirements.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:

The Packaging worker may execute a wide variety of tasks, depending upon the project or needed outcome on a daily basis.  Job duties may include basic duties such opening packaged cheese, cutting, labeling, bagging and boxing. The sanitation part of the position includes overseeing all housekeeping and sanitation tasks, as well as daily cleanup responsibilities.   Staff is expected to actively adhere to and support food safety and product quality programs set in place by management (i.e. GMPs, HACCP, quality and sanitation standards) to ensure a high degree of quality and safe product. Will also actively participate and support the company’s EHS (Environment Health and Safety).    

SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITES:

• Ensures consistent product quality, troubleshoot packaging equipment problems and inspect final products for defects. 
• Supports automation capabilities of the plant by aiding technicians and mechanics. 
• Ensure packaging lines stay within acceptable timelines.
• Be trained in and retain operation on cleaning procedures, including shut down and disassembly, sanitation of the machines and reassembly before next production run.
• Consistently cleans and sanitizes cheese production equipment, floors and designated areas.
• Follows all safety and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) policies.
• Uses proper and safe cleaning practices using cleaning solutions and chemicals.
• Helps maintain a safe and orderly environment of the production area.
• Must be flexible enough to embrace change and ask questions when needed.
• Actively develop problem-solving skills.
• Must be a team player and able to work well with others, but also able to work independently and productively with a timely outcome.  Be persistent and hardworking while maintaining a positive attitude and environment. 
• Embrace and support the plant’s safety programs and policies to insure a safe, hazard-free working environment for all employees. 
• Adhere to company policies and legal guidelines and procedures in the areas of the overall Packaging and Production Departments, Human Resources, Food Safety and Quality Assurance.
• Participates team meeting before starting each day to layout goals
• Participates in team meeting at end of day to share results
• Is in proper dress code and PPE and GMP practices, shares any follow up conversation to Line Leads.
• Is a role model. Does not lead in to gossip or improper conversations of a team player.
• Uses organizational tools to celebrate success in your team.
• Shall have attended a Chemical Safety Training session within the past 12 months.
• Shall have attended GMP, FSMA, Food Defense Awareness, and Allergen Training.
• Shall meet all requirements of the SQF Program.
• Shall comply with all GMP Requirements.
• Shall comply with all requirements for Personal Protective Equipment as defined by appropriate plant procedures.
• Shall comply with all Safety Rules and Policies. 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Must have excellent communication skills and be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• The employee is required to use hands and fingers to operate, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms on a repetitive basis.
• Have manual dexterity to operate a telephone.
• The employee will be required to operate a computer and keyboard.
• The employee must be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds occasionally, lift up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 30 pounds constantly.
• Requires visual acuity to review written documentations; ability to hear and understand speech.
• Must be in good physical condition: able to bend, lift, twist, move, stand and/or walk through entire shift.        Must be able to perform repetitive tasks that often involve good dexterity, using the wrists, arms or hands.
• Must be punctual and reliable.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Must be able to read and speak English