Line Operator

Job Description

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs all work safely and in accordance with all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards and Bay State Milling Company’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Keeps work areas clean to ensure a sanitary and safe environment.
• Acquires the proper bags for filling from the warehouse.
• Adjusts packing machinery for proper weight, size, and type of bag.
• Performs metal detector checks in accordance with the HACCP Program.
• Operates the labeler to ensure correct labeling of the package in accordance with SOP’s.
• Assures that bags are proper weight by check weighing.
• Keeps accurate records of bags packed and checks weights.
• Does minor maintenance on packing and sealing machines.
• Keeps supervision informed of problems and progress of packing demands.
• May be required to drive a forklift as needed in a safe and efficient manner to ensure the optimum performance for the Packing & Loading Department.
• Hand stacks product as needed.
• Performs daily sanitation duties and assigned tasks as specified in the master cleaning schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Employee must have the ability to Speak, Read, Write, and Comprehend instructions and documentation in the English Language.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Successful completion of forklift training, written exam and driving test. On-going training to enhance performance in position as required.

SAFETY

TEAMWORK

DEPENDABILITY

Follows through on tasks; requires minimum supervision and follows instructions and procedures. Arrives at work on time; follows Company policies on vacations, leaves, etc. Observes Company rules; completes tasks within deadlines.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Employee must have the ability to work with and apply mathematical concepts such as : addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, and proportions in all units of measure used in practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Employee must have the ability to :

1. define and solve practical problems

2. collect and record data

3. establish facts and draw valid conclusions

4. interpret an extensive variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

5. deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables simultaneously in standardized situations

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and / or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

FOOD SAFETY / SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

The Company is committed to producing and delivering defect-free products. To ensure this, all employees are required to be trained on and adhere to the Good Manufacturing Policies set forth by the Company as they pertain to personnel practices, equipment, and facilities. It is also vital that all employees be aware of the work environment and when possible, prevent accidental or intentional adulteration of products produced at this facility. As a result any employee has a right to put product on hold if they have a concern. At the plant level, only the Quality Assurance Manager and General Manager have the authority to release product on hold.