2nd Shift Heavy Laborer Job Hanover area,Pennsylvania USA,Manufacturing / Production

Position: 2nd Shift Heavy Laborer (1082/1085/1086)

2nd Shift Heavy Laborer

Hanover, PA 17331

Overview

Job Shift Swing

Description

Responsible for performing general, non-mechanical laborer duties throughout the plant.

Sight inspects and removes defects or any extraneous material from product.

Performs general, non-mechanical, labor duties throughout the plant.

Prepares raw materials for production.

Deposits fatback into cans by hand or meat depositor.

Responsible for physically lifting up to 100 pounds as required.

Responsible for container inspections to include seam inspections, proper lid placements, and proper fill levels in containers.

Responsible for keeping work area clean to include sweeping, dumping, and/or disposing of materials used in production.

Responsible for understanding how certain equipment operates and how to stop equipment if the automatic function fails.

Should not leave assigned work area unless given permission by the supervisor and/or lead person.

Responsible for reporting any mechanical and/or safety problems immediately to the supervisor and/or lead person.

Adheres to common safety practices/guidelines, including the wearing of protective clothing and equipment as required.

Adheres to plant hygiene standards to ensure high product integrity.

Responsible for following food safety, legality and quality policies and procedures within the scope of the job responsibilities such as but not limited to: GMP's, HACCP, safety, product quality, food security, plant security, etc.

Assists in loading and unloading kettles in the retorts.

Must be able to operate a forklift, electric pallet jack, bobcat and hoist when needed.

Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor and/or lead person.

Qualifications

Previous experience working in a food processing facility preferred.

Basic math skills
Ability to record data onto a spreadsheet
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to communicate with management and co-workers
Must be able to work overtime as required
Must maintain a good attendance record
Safe work habits
The ability to attend work predictably and regularly and to be punctual.
The ability to read and understand documents, drawings, and instructions (whether presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form).
The ability to work with mathematical concepts and to apply concepts to practical situations.
The ability to work cooperatively with others.
The ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and coworkers.
The ability to perform several tasks at once.
The ability to follow direction or instruction.
The ability to use a computer to communicate, create, and access information.
The ability to lift and move 100 pounds.
The ability to sit/stand/bend/stretch, etc.
The ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with the hands and arms.