Line Operator

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

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Need to have good PC, math, writing, and reading skills.
• Employee must have the ability to become certified in the operation of warehouse equipment, including forklift.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequently required to lift and/or move 50-pound bags of flour.
• Frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Frequently required to twist torso.
• Must be able to work in an environment which has extremes in temperature.
• Must be able to climb ladders.
• Must have physical dexterity to perform basic repair functions.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Vision requirements are close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception.

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

• Safety is a top priority at Bay State Milling Company. The Company monitors safety metrics on an ongoing basis and prioritizes employee safety. Our goal is to ensure that you go home safely to your family each day after work.
• While performing the essential job functions, you will be expected to work in a safe manner and follow company policies regarding safety.
• Uniforms and steel toe work boots are provided by Bay State Milling Company to ensure employee safety and compliance with GMP standards. Uniforms are washed and maintained by the Company.
• It is the expectation and responsibility that you will work safely and report any and all injuries immediately to your supervisor. We encourage you to report any safety situation that you believe poses a risk for employee injury, property damage, or loss.
• Our anonymous telephone line (BSM Cares) is available to all employees for the purposes of confidentially reporting safety, compliance, and ethical concerns. We want all employees to feel supported in reporting any safety concerns in whichever way they feel most comfortable so that they can be addressed as soon as possible.

TEAMWORK

• Bay State Milling Company believes that teamwork is essential for our overall success and longevity.
• In this position, you will be expected to communicate any and all necessary information between co-workers and managers on shift.
• The Pack Line Operator must work well with others; share their knowledge and experience with others; demonstrate respect and consideration for others’ opinions; and contribute to the overall mission of the team.
• This position should demonstrate integrity; work effectively in teams; facilitate…