Lead Production worker

Position Title: Lead Production worker

Location: Edison NJ 08817

Duration: 2 Months

Schedule:

• First Shift Mon Fri (Start: 7:00 AM)
• Second Shift Mon Fri (Start: 3:20 PM)

Purpose:

• The Lead Production worker is responsible for the smooth operation and coordinates the day-to-day work for their lines satisfying production needs and maintaining consistent levels of service.
• Responsible for ensuring operational compliance to all food safety policies and procedures including SQF requirements.
• Takes care of mixing and roasting ensuring compliance with QC and safety and trains other workers as needed.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for Machine set-up pre-operational checks for sanitary conditions and clean up when necessary i.e. allergen
• Perform quality checks as per SOPs.
• Observe for product defects: broken packaging open seals fill levels (over/under).
• Oversee the entire line and the support staff i.e. Packers and Dumpers and provide direction to satisfy production needs.
• Assist in the cleaning of machines and production equipment in accordance to SQF requirements.
• Inform supervisors of faulty equipment in need of maintenance; adjustments/repairs.
• Safe operation of equipment and safety of line associates while working with the equipment.
• Follow HACCP principles and Good Manufacturing Practices. Comply with Food and Personal safety procedures Company Policies and regulations.
• Performs other relevant job duties as required.

Secondary functions and basic Duties:

• Perform all functions of a Production Worker I and Lead classifications including pack seal and vacuum pack cases load hopper place cardboard into bailer take the garbage out to compactor label cartons and stack pallets.
• Counts and inspects packages while filling cartons.
• Setup and load case erector.
• Separates rework product back into the hopper.
• Checks raw material to items being packed to make sure it is correct.
• Completes safety checklist for lift equipment.

Job Requirements :

• Education/ Certifications: (Required & Preferred)
• High School Diploma/GED and/or equivalent related experience

Experience:

• Experience in a food or related Manufacturing Production environment preferred
• Experience in operating a Form Fill Seal packaging machine. Either Vertical or Horizontal.
• 1-2 years running or setting up packaging machines

Knowledge:

• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Understands Safety guidelines
• Knowledge of applicable production management system (prod)
• Knowledge of HACCP SQF ISO QS Guidelines and Procedures

Skills/ Abilities:

• Able to work in an environment containing Tree Nuts Peanuts Soy Wheat and Milk
• Requires the ability to read write and perform basic arithmetic computations.
• Requires dexterity basic mechanical reasoning problem-solving and the ability to learn.
• Good verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area that promotes safety and efficiency.
• The ability to function as an individual requiring minimal supervision
• Team Engagement; Ability to work in cross-functional teams
• Perform repetitive motions throughout shift such as push/pull/lift bend continuously throughout the shift lift up to 50 pounds and be able to climb stairs or step up onto a platform several times throughout the shift.
• Ability to stand for a long period of time (duration of the shift (8 hours ).