Bagger Operator

SUMMARY

Absence of any related duties or functions in this document does not imply that incumbent may be exempt from assignments required to support production. The primary responsibility of this position is to operate the S andiacre machine and ensure appropriate packaging of bagged products.

At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

We have implemented safety measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. We are working to ensure social distancing guidelines are followed within our facility. Each day, temperature screens are performed for each employee and visitor before entering the facility. Face coverings are available to all team members and enhanced cleaning and sanitation is regularly performed.

• Fill bags with appropriate amount of product.
• Make sure bags are not overfilled with air.
• Ensure machine settings are correct.
• Enter correct date codes on bags.
• Ensure equipment, including blades, bag seals, rear seals, and jaws, are in working order.
• Keep film filled and make sure correct film is being used.
• Check weights on bags.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to support production demands as may be specified by customer or client.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to physically 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.

Less than high school education; or up to one month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

The employee is required to wear a hair net, beard net (if necessary), gloves, a smock, slip proof boots, and ear protection.

NOTE:

You may request exemption from the COVID-19 vaccine for medical reasons, including prior recovery from COVID-19, religious beliefs, or personal conscience.

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Must complete an application to be considered for the position