Production Associate - Packaging

Job Description

Job Description

Work Hard, Play Harder – Enjoy Every Other Weekend OFF!

Tired of the same old grind? Ready to work hard  and  actually have time to live your life? At  American Berry Company , we believe in getting the job done right—then kicking back and enjoying the time you’ve earned. Our  2-2-3 schedule  means you’ll  only work 15 days a month —giving you  every other weekend OFF  to relax, recharge, and do  you . Welcome to the ultimate  Work Hard, Play Harder  career!

Day shift 6a-6p

The Packaging Group has three functions that the person may need to perform, and the functions may switch up throughout the shift.

Packaging Utility : This person will be doing product testing, ensuring all packaging materials are stocked and functioning as needed. This person must properly fill out all PR documentation at all stations. They must know how to properly perform metal detector tests and are required to know how to operate and maintain the two other rotating positions.

Sorter : This person is hand-sorting out foreign objects and white / rotten fruit. They will always need to pay attention and monitor the product visually for long periods of time. The sorter will remove items and alert the lead or management of any increase in sorting needed or concerns.

Stacker : The stacker will verify the fruit is bagged and boxed appropriately, sealed, and will then stack them on pallets. They will also verify that the inkjet and label sticker are correct.

All Packaging Production Associates will monitor the following pieces to ensure they are functioning correctly : the Case former, Bagger, Fruit Dumper, Scale / Weight-Rite verification, Case Closer, Metal Detector, De-Clumper, and Skid Wrapper. They will communicate with the shift lead if there are any issues or concerns with the equipment or product.

Compensation : $18 - $22 hourly

Responsibilities :

• The Utility Associate will complete daily signoff on PR documentation, ensuring all quality standards have been met to assure food safety and documented to include : weight checks, pallet tag documentation, metal detector log, and hand sorting Log.
• Utility Associate must perform a 1 / 2-hour metal detector test, document the test, and report any non-passing test to the shift supervisor.
• Ensure proper operation of the Weigh Rite scale and De-Clumper, as well as the oil tumbler during production.
• Maintain a clean work area, keep food contact utensils and floor / waste utensils separate while in use and when storing.
• Restocking raw materials (bags, tape, gloves, armguards).
• Properly separate the following : finished pallet cases, bulk tote, food-grade tote, and floor waste tote.
• Forklift operation to pull out finished skids, wrap the top, then store them on the warehouse floor.
• Use a laptop to load labels to the labeler. changing the ink ribbon and labels on the labeler.
• Setting up the inkjet as required.
• Perform effective cleaning and sanitation on all equipment, floor, and belts during run time.
• Troubleshot and maintained equipment to run efficiently.
• Always maintain the department in audit audit-ready condition.

Qualifications :

Safety and Quality Expectations :

About Company

Founded in 2020 and powered by decades of cranberry and dried fruit expertise, American Berry Company is headquartered in Warrens, Wisconsin —the heart of cranberry country. We're industry leaders, growers, processors, and proud partners of local farms, delivering premium quality products to customers across the country.

At American Berry, we know how to get the job done. But when the shift ends, we believe in living life to the fullest . If you’re ready for a role that gives you balance , challenge , and room to grow , then join us!