Production Operator I - APC

About this role

JOB DUTIES: • Operate production equipment under the supervision of the shift supervisor as follows: • Packaging • Monitor product volume, temperatures, times, and pressure readings     • Monitor gauges and record information as needed • Know the type of product, the source, and all the handling procedures involved in each processing procedure. • Full understanding of product flow. • Maintain a safe, clean, organized work area throughout the facility. • Maintain general housekeeping of production areas. • Perform tasks of receiving product, starting, running, shutting down, and cleaning the dryer/evaporator and associate equipment. • Collect hourly production readings, color, moisture and temperature, monitor bag house, check air pressure, monitor machinery and notify supervisor when something is out of specification. • Ensure all charts are charts are properly documented according to company and regulatory regulations. • Ensure all paperwork is done correctly and completely. • Operate pallet jack and forklift. • Prepare bags to fill using established label and numbering system in accordance with procedures. • Proficient computer skills to print out packaging labels. • Fill, weigh, seal and load bags on pallets (must be able to lift 60 lb. bags 6 feet high). • Bag and blend finished powder, weigh and sample product, palletize product and move pallets (may require a forklift or pallet jack). • Comply with, and follow, company food safety and quality policies. • Adhere to all SOPs, procedures and quality requirements. • Perform elementary mechanical and carpentry repairs throughout plant as instructed by supervision. • Engage in continuous improvement and process improvement • Anticipate problems and implement solutions • Demonstrate good judgement in safeguarding customer, company, vendor and employee information. • Assume responsibility for the attainment of plant goals and objectives. • Maintain cooperative working relationships and communications with employees from all other departments and peers.

                         JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Ability to prepare and operate all packaging machinery. • Have general knowledge of production/manufacturing methods. • Ability to read gauges and record data in a legible manner and in accordance with established procedures. • Ability to learn to handle inedible protein materials in accordance with established sanitary procedures and practices. • Ability to understand and follow established work procedures, including mandated sanitary and safety guidelines. • Must be able to read, write and speak in English, to prepare and comprehend logs, schedules, and communicate with fellow employees. • Ability to operate forklift/pallet jack. • Ability to perform basic math skills. • Ability to move freely throughout plant with sustained physical/mental effort to climb, sample and clean equipment and work areas. • Ability to remain calm and professional during peak periods. • Ability to troubleshoot malfunctions and situations as they arise, notifying appropriate staff of problems beyond scope of normality. • Ability to cooperate with all staff. • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. • Ability to work daily and overtime as necessary. • Ability to assist in all work areas. • Takes on additional responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be done. • Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of APC • Willing to work with others, collaborating and compromising when necessary, promptly share relevant information with others • Is open to changing situations and is willing to perform all tasks when and where assigned • Able and willing to perform task and duties independently • Maintains a positive and professional attitude and work ethic • Follow all GMPs and work in a manner consistent with all corporate, regulatory, food, safety, quality and sanitation requirements.

BASIC PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Approximate:       12 Hour Day (may be longer during peak season)

Key:               Occasional         =       0% - 33%                                       Frequent             =       34% - 66%                                       Continuous        =       67% - 100%                                       N/A                      =       Not Applicable Standing                                                                                                                                Continuous Sitting                                                                                                                                     Occasional Walking                                                                                                                                  Frequent Bending/Kneeling/Crouching/Stooping                                                                           Frequent Reaching Above Shoulder                                                                                                  Frequent Climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.)                                                                                           Frequent Confined Spaces                                                                                                                  Occasional

Working on Heights: Unprotected Heights                                                                                                           Occasional Protected Heights                                                                                                               Occasional

Lifting weights from 1 to 80 lbs. at waist level                                                               Frequent Lifting weights from 1 to 60 lbs. at floor level                                                                Frequent Lifting weights from 1 to 50 lbs. at shoulder level                                                         Frequent Push/Pull/Maneuver Equipment/Products/Materials         Weighing with up to 80 lbs. of force.

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