3rd Shift - Production Associate (10:00pm - 6:30am)

GENERAL SUMMARY:

This is an hourly position in Manteno, IL that reports to the Production Manager. This position is a multi-skilled position responsible  for the operation & quality control of all the Packaging Equipment & systems required in the process of making mustard finished goods. This person should be production oriented, educated in food safety defense, have good leadership skills & willing to work closely with other Packaging Operators. Operate all packaging systems including unscramblers, fillers, cappers, sleevers, case formers, packers, case shrink wrappers & palletizer. 

SCOPE OF JOB FUNCTION:

• Startup & shutdown of Packaging equipment following Safety & quality guidelines. 
• Perform the above in a manner to maintain consistent productivity & quality standards.  
• Keep accurate production & quality records. 
• Maintain housekeeping standards in the Packaging area. 
• Participate as an active member of the Production Team.
• Participate in Quality & Productivity improvement efforts.
•  Follow all written & verbal Packaging production priorities for day & week.
• Monitor & turn in all production & quality sheets for the shift. 
• Turn in all Quality samples. 
• Inform Production Manager of all personnel issues. 
• Willing to work closely with the other Packaging Operators. 
• Complete timesheet for packaging personnel on the shift each day & turn in. 
• Assist in finding coverage for shift to fill in for absences & vacations. 
• A good working & communication with Maintenance & the material handlers. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

SCOPE OF JOB FUNCTIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent work experience
• Effective verbal, listening, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing environment preferred 
• Ability to work well with other departments within the company. 
• Ability to work off shifts, weekends, & holidays if required. 
• Knowledge of food safety defense. 
• Must be self-directed.

DESIRED:

• Knowledge of manufacturing & practices. 

The duties of this position are those described above. This job description does not state or imply that the duties listed are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. 

Applicants or current team members with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADAAA), or any state or local law which prohibits them from performing the essential functions of the job may request a reasonable accommodation in writing or by contacting the human resources department, in accordance with PLM policies.