Extrusion Production Associate - Union (SugarCreek)

DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Work in production line conducting various duties, including picking up product from load-in, loading and removing product from production line, and rotating to various positions along the production line as needed. Follow instructions from Line Lead and Production Supervisor/Departmental Manager. Work diligently to ensure efficient and timely function of product line.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sort and pack various types of food products.
• Seal and secure packaging in accordance with product specifications and requirements.
• Maintain production line efficiency by clearing jams and following proper lockout/tagout safety procedures.
• Maintain production line efficiency by folding cardboard boxes and other packaging types as needed.
• Use pallet jack to move larger quantities of product.
• Inspect labeling to ensure the label is accurate and contains proper dates and product types.
• Open different types of packaging containing raw materials.
• Use various types of machines, including but not limited to ovens, slicers, sorting machines, packaging machines,
  and other types of industrial food-processing equipment.
• Notify Line Lead, Production Supervisor, or Plant Management of any mechanical or material issues.
• Rotate to various positions along the line as needed or instructed by Line Lead, Supervisor or Plant Management.
• Occasionally help in the packing up and moving of various equipment or lines, including but not limited to wrapping, boxing, and moving various machines and related parts.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Attend training, and demonstrate retention of that training, for the safe and clean operation of machinery in the
  assigned department or on the assigned line.
• Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures and regulations.
• Support all safety, food quality and sanitation initiatives and policies.
• Follow SugarCreek safety rules and procedures.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED preferred, or equivalent experience.
EXPERIENCE: Previous production experience preferred.
CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS: None.

ABILITIES, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Know how to operate industrial-size equipment safely and efficiently.
• Possess adequate hand dexterity to manipulate or move objects.
• Able to work well with others in a team environment.
• Able to follow directions and multi-task efficiently.
• Possess strong attention to detail and thoroughness.
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Know how to strictly follow safety procedures.