Packer

• Packages all sizes, at each standard speed rate for each size to achieve optimum efficiency
• Assures Kettle Foods package code and quality requirements are met
• Stacks cases of finished product on pallets and transports empty and finished pallets
• Supplies empty cases and trays to packers
• Completes pallet record sheets and code verification sheets correctly
• Performs line changeovers and cleanup duties
• Performs pack-off duties
• Performs code changeovers and verifies proper code usage
• Communicates frequently with lead, supervisor or manager
• other material handlers, machine operators and warehouse employees
• Communicates equipment failures and process improvement
• Occasionally performs other duties at the finished and raw chip inspection conveyor removing off-grade product
• Assists with line cleans, work area clean ups and pack tables during down time
• Consistently adheres to good manufacturing practices, standard operating procedures, and safety regulations
• May perform other duties as required

• High school diploma/GED and/or 1-year production experience in manufacturing environment required
• Knowledgeable of coding and case taper functions/maintenance
• Knowledgeable of Good Manufacturing Practices, Standard Operating Procedures, and Safety Regulations
• Knowledgeable of package coding requirements and quality standards
• Ability to perform tasks independently and as part of a team to accomplish production goals
• Efficient stacking of boxes and use of pallet jacks
• Accurate completion of cleanups and changeovers
• Accurate completion of paperwork
• Effective math skills
• Basic computer skills
• Interpersonal and team skills for working with employees at all levels within the company
• Ability to lift and stack cases, trays, and pallets on a continuing basis
• Ability to operate a pallet jack
• Ability to work in a safe manner in a production environment with safety hazards
• Ability to work in an environment with spices in the air
• Ability to construct cases and fill cases with required number of bags
• Ability to tolerate fluctuating temperatures in a loud noise production environment

competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment