Herb Packer - Day Shift

Description

SUMMARY:

The Herb Packer is responsible for cleaning, trimming, cutting & packaging assigned herbs at the packaging line. This position requires the Herb Packer to work with his/her hands and may use scissors to cut & clean the herbs when necessary.

• Identifies herbs, size & weights for packaging containers
• Utilizes Company’s product effectively to maximize yields while maintaining high quality standards
• Meets work site’s hourly quota after completing two weeks of training in packing the Company’s herbs
• Communicates with the Line Coordinator to meet production goals
• Embraces diversity well and can work close with others as needed
• Communicates effectively with all personnel
• Supports Food Safety programs and adheres to Company’s procedures and policies
• Follows department training guidelines, best practices and operating procedures
• Maintains an organized working area
• Wears personal protective equipment when necessary to ensure the Company’s compliance
• Adapts well to changes within the assigned department and follows directions from management
• Reports any observed safety hazards to the immediate Supervisor
• Other duties may be assigned by management

• Basic math
• Good attendance

• Knowledge and understanding of GMPs, HACCP & Quality/Hold procedures
• Knowledge and understanding of Management Commitment
• Knowledge and understanding of Food Safety Policy Statement
• Knowledge and understanding of Organizational Chart
• Knowledge and understanding to report any Food Safety issues

• Positive attitude
• Strong work ethic
• Teamwork and flexibility to get the job done
• Ability to work in a supervised setting

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work in a cold packaging warehouse (30 to 55 Degrees Fahrenheit)

• Ability to work flexible hours (8-10+ Hrs.)
• Must be able to stand for periods of 8 - 10+ hours during a regular work day
• May involve some repetitive motions
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds – More than 40 pounds requires a team lift
• May also engage in frequent bending, stooping, squatting, pushing and pulling of parts and part containers
• Constant handling/grasping and frequent fine finger manipulation

• Ability to observe and identify surroundings
• Ability to communicate with Supervisors, Line Coordinators, and coworkers
• Ability to examine and inspect containers, and products to ensure that packing specifications are met
• Ability to measure, weigh, and count products and materials

N/A

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing

Industries:
Farming