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Peckham Diversified - Packaging Operator

Important Details:

• Wage: $15.00
• Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm
• Location: Revolution Farms 2901 76th Street SE, Caledonia, MI 49316
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Summary:

The packaging operator is responsible for properly packaging produce to match customer PO's.

Responsibilities:

• Properly loads and packages products on the machines as assigned
• Inspects produce for defects, contaminants and foreign materials during the load and packaging process and reports defects
• Meets or exceeds production efficiency standards on a regular basis
• Rotates loading positions as required
• Responsible for keeping work area clean and organized
• Responsible for following Packing Cooler and Optimus Prime cleaning schedules
• Ensures safety awareness and adherence to all food safety policies
• Wears food safety required attire
• Inspects packaging upon delivery for defects, contaminants and foreign materials and puts raw materials directly into designated area in Packing Cooler and reports defects and contaminants
• Inspects packaging before use for defects, contaminants and foreign materials and reports defects and contaminants
• Complies with Revolution Farms' standard to keep all material in the Packing Cooler 6 inches from the edge of the wall, all items off the ground, and establish lanes between products
• High-speed repetitive tasks and cycles including machine operations, hand packing, palletization, and shipping
• Must understand the mix ratio and desired product packaging using basic math skills
• Wear food safety required attire
• Participates in team meetings and production training
• Is a positive contributor to all team goals
• Most of these processes take place in climatized rooms ranging in temperature of 36-38 degrees
• Arranges packaging in lanes to comply with Revolution Farms' First In, First Out procedures

Other duties as assigned Requirements:

• Ability to work in a team environment
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Must be able stand, lift, twist and bend throughout shift
• Must be able to lift up to 35lbs
• Must be able to withstand repetitive motions throughout shift
• Grabbing, sorting, lifting, bending
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Adhere to Revolution Farms' food safety guidelines

SPECIAL NOTES

These jobs are part of the AbilityOne program, to learn more about the AbilityOne program go to www.abilityone.gov

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