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Kolb-Lena, Inc.

Packaging Laborer I

Kolb-Lena, Inc., Lena, Illinois, United States, 61048

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Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Packaging Operator FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Department: Operations Salary Grade: N/A Supervisor: Packaging Supervisor Date: October 1, 2017 Summary/Objective This position is responsible for packaging the product. This includes general packaging, stacking, lifting and restocking of material into equipment. This position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.

Level 1 – Packaging cheese, make boxes; Level 2 – Packaging cheese, make boxes, able to run at least one line or rack washer/cheese turner; Level 3 – Packaging cheese, make boxes, and able to run all lines.

To be able to move up a level, your Supervisor will also take into account attendance, overall performance and any coaching’s in the last 6 months.

Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Make sure machines are set up and have the proper paper, drums and boxes for the product you are going to package; Assist in changing over materials for the line, safely and efficiently to reduce down time; Spot-check and remove product and packaging that does not meet our quality specifications; Maintaining the work flow of a group of 3 or more people; Stack product on pallets verifying correct pattern; Assembles boxes for hand packing product; Operate metal detection and x-ray equipment as directed by HACCP protocol; Help and assist coworkers when the line is down; Visual inspections of codes, seals, packaging during production. Alerts operator of nonconformance and makes corrections; Completes all paperwork required; Actively participates in continuous improvement process; Be at your workstation at your required time.

Competencies Job Knowledge Quality of Work Job Safety Cost Control Teamwork & Leadership Inclusion& Communication Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in a manufacturing environment with the following conditions:

Exposure to hot or cold climate occasionally; Exposure to chemical occasionally; Exposure to noise and vibration frequently; Exposure to wet and humid conditions occasionally.

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.

While performing the duties on the job, the physical demands are:

Stand – frequently; Stoop/Bend – frequently; Squat – occasionally; Crawl – never; Climb Stairs or ladders – occasionally; Reach – chest level, above or below – occasionally; Push - 50 lbs. frequently; Pull - 50 lbs. frequently; Lift/carry- 50 lbs. occasionally.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Days and hours vary depending on the shift and department. Overtime and weekend work is required at times. Vacation coverage as needed.

Travel None is required for this position

Required Education and Experience Ability to speak, read, write and comprehend English.

Preferred Education and Experience Experience working in a food manufacturing environment; High school diploma or equivalent; Basic mathematics and calculating tools; Capable of operating without direct supervision; Capable of following instructions.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications None is required for this position

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Clearance Eligible to work in USA

Food Safety and Product Quality This position is responsible for supporting the food safety management system and for communicating food safety issues to the Quality Department.

Affirmative Action Plan/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Savencia Cheese USA provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.