BIB Packager​/Assistant Operator - 2nd Shift

BIB Packager / Assistant Operator

This position is in the Bag in Box / Pail Fill department and reports to the Department Supervisor. It is a second shift role from 3:00pm to 11:30pm with overtime required based on production need. The hourly rate is $17.50.

The BIB Packager / Assistant Operator assists the machine operator by coordinating on production needs, relieving for breaks, and training and managing other packers on the line. Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Coordinates with the operator to see what products are running, set boxes, and setting up lines.
• Manage packers on the line while also working the line.
• Teach new packers.
• Help other packers complete shops for the day.
• Perform and complete LUV label returns and teach new packers how to use the system
• Assist other packers with issues in Pallet Tracking.
• Operate a pallet jack and train new employees on how to use it.
• Know how to work the machine and run it when the operator is gone and/or to help rotate for breaks and lunches if needed.
• Assist in Thermal Rooms as required (PT I duties).

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Problem Solving — Be able to step in and help fix issues that occur during packing.
• Interpersonal Skills — Be able to coordinate with the operator on production needs; be a people person who gets along with and works with others on the line; be able to work with the supervisor, other leads and the machine operator with no issues.
• Oral Communication — Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.
• Written Communication — Writes clearly and informatively; able to read and interpret written information.
• Organizational Support — Follows policies and procedures.
• Quality — Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity — Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner.
• Adaptability — Able to multi-task when needing to work on the line and train new employees at the same time; adapts to changes in the work environment; able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality — Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability — Follows instructions, responds to management direction; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Initiative — Asks for and offers help when needed.

Pepper Source and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers offering the following benefits:

• FULL BENEFITS (HEALTH, VISION, DENTAL, LIFE)
• 401(k)/PROFIT SHARING
• PAID VACATION/PTO/HOLIDAYS
• WEEKLY PAY PERIOD/DIRECT DEPOSIT PAYROLL
• REFERRAL BONUSES & ATTENDANCE AWARDS
• CONSISTENT GROWTH/RAISE OPPORTUNITIES

Pepper Source is a family-owned company that provides custom sauces, seasonings, and dry coating systems to all of the major poultry companies in the United States as well as the frozen food, meat, and food service industries. We develop and manufacture custom flavor profiles that meet our customers' specific needs. Our process takes innovation and extensive knowledge of the food industry.

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).

Language

Skills:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical

Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions…