Description:
Objective
This position is responsible for the movement of product and raw material through the Marination Plant area and ensuring that process flow does not stop. while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to MPF Policy.
Organizational Relationships
Reports to: Lead operator and Production Supervisor
Internal Contacts: Plant Manager, Production Supervisors, R&D, Quality Assurance, and production employees, Support I & II and HACCP personnel.
Primary Job Duties
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Responsible for Ensuring that the vat/hopper for raw material stays in line with process flow or does not run empty unless preparing for a product change over
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Responsible for ensuring that all product is properly iced, wrapped and labeled for storage in cooler or movement to next department in further processing
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Responsible for weighing all products produced and documenting or notifying lead of weight information
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Responsible for organization and proper placement of equipment and materials during standard operations and movement of equipment during product change overs when required
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Responsible for staying in communication with lead operator and understanding the production schedule and how to plan for product changeovers to minimize any downtime
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Responsible for wearing proper PPE and abiding all safety rules and regulations
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Following proper safety guidelines in line with pallet jacks and all industrial equipment\
Requirements:
Position Pre-Requisites
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Must possess a certain amount of natural dexterity with hands
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Must be able to lift 80 pounds continuously
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Must have basic technical skills operating equipment
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Must be able to follow directions
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Ability to work in cold temperatures for several hours
Skill Requirements
Must have prior experience using a motorized pallet Jack. Must have 3 months of work experience with one employer in the last 12 months.
Physical Requirements
Standing, walking, bending, stretching, climbing, pushing, pulling and reaching are required. May require occasional assisted lifting of up to 75 lbs. and push or pull up to 1000 lbs using a pallet jack. These positions work in a cold, damp to hot and humid environment with slippery surfaces. Standing for long periods of time. Temperatures in the mid 30-degree F. to mid-40-degree F. range. Damp wet floors and air flow from refrigeration units. Noise level is high.