
1st Shift SSHC Utility Packaging
- Horse Cave, KY
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Practices integrity, respect, accountability, continuous improvement and positive interactions with all Team Members and visitors.
- Records all information as required.
- Assists in setting up machine prior to shift start up.
- Ensures a proper supply of materials for tapers, fillers, box makers, labelers, cup supply remains filled and other packing equipment.
- Assembles boxes/cases for packing product(s) as needed and packs finished product into cases.
- Visually inspects product for quality defects and removes defective product.
- Performs duties on all lines in packaging as necessary.
- Assists in operation of packaging machine/equipment in accordance with Safety standards, specifications and instruction.
- Provides training for others when necessary.
- Ensures packaging materials are correct, in specification and properly positioned in the machine and changes materials as needed.
- Monitors and may adjust weight control of packaged units and ensures codes are accurate and correct in format.
- Maintains standard production quantities/rates for each product to ensure continuous production.
- Replenishes packaging supplies such as film, boxes, cartons, glue, ink or labels.
- Monitors machine operation to detect malfunctions; may make minor adjustments/repairs; communicates mechanical problems to maintenance.
- Mounts supplies on spindles or places supplies in hoppers or other feeding devices.
- Coordinates information and equipment with Machine Operator and Utility positions to prior and next shifts Leads & Operators and other dept.
- Fills in for and assists Machine Operators and Utilities when necessary.
- Regular Attendance is required in accordance with Company attendance policy and procedures.
- Performs other duties/responsibilities as assigned by Machine Operator, Lead and Management.
- Maintains highest standard of Safety for all functions on an ongoing basis and ensures compliance for self and others to OSHA standards.
- Performs daily inspection of all PPE required including but not limited to SLIP-RESISTANT/STEEL-TOED SHOES, safety glasses, gloves, shields & and aprons to ensure good overall condition of items that provide optimal personal safety & protection while working in the facility.
- Successfully acquires and maintains Lock Out-Tag Out Certification for machine and safely performs all functions in accordance to OHSA and company requirements and standards.
- Performs proper housekeeping and uses appropriate personal protective equipment for tasks.
- Performs daily inspection of equipment and supplies with proper documentation.
- Maintains company standards for cleanliness, food and equipment safety and efficient productivity.
- Performs all required inspections of products and packaging per specification with proper documentation and ensures compliance with company quality standards. Including but not limited to: no packets in registration and within weight control; inspects filled containers, labels & packaging
- Ensures compliance to quality, food safety and HAACP support programs; assures conformity to all company, customer and government standards.
- Effectively communicates verbally and written with Team Members and Management
- Works respectfully with all team members to ensure the Safety, Quality, production and support of our products and goals on a daily basis.
- Actively participates in department/shift/team meetings and is involved with suggestions of improvement/resolutions
- Prior experience in a manufacturing environment requiring repetitive work preferred
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively – verbally & written – and work well with Team Members and Management.
- Basic mechanical aptitude and good math skills are helpful.
- Ability to read & interpret written & verbal direction while working in a safe, effective & productive manner within a fast paced environment.
- Minimum of High School Diploma or GED required.