About the role
Description Summary
Under the direction of the Supervisor, operates filler machine, assists in overseeing general operation of packing lines and ancillary function. Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Assists Supervisor in overseeing packing line and ancillary activities.
Assists Supervisor in determining proper staffing of machine lines.
Assigns work schedule to certain packing department employees and makes changes to employee schedules as necessary for proper staffing.
Relays instructions from Supervisor to other departmental employees.
Uses personal computer to complete detailed staffing worksheets based on employees scheduled to work.
Assists departmental employees with all duties and problems as needed.
Trains new employees.
Helps prepare maintenance work requests, absentee reports, accident reports, etc. Performs routine clerical duties, such as making copies and completing daily reports.
Follows safety rules and company policies.
Other Duties
Performs duties of Packer/Laborer, Machine Operator and Forklift Operator on an as-needed basis.
Assists Inside Production Supervisor with projects, programs, and other work as needed.
May lead departmental safety meetings on occasion.
Participates in training, employee meetings, committees, project teams, etc. as appropriate.
Receives written instructions from packing schedule or verbal instructions from supervisor on above tasks and performs other work as directed by supervisor.
Milestone Bonus opportunities, for new hires in
Maintenance, Machine Operator, Operator Mechanic, and Truck Driver
- . The chance to earn up to
- $1,500
- during their first year if all eligibility criteria are met.
Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Profit Sharing Dental Insurance Employee Discount Flexible spending account Health Insurance Life Insurance Paid Time-Off Referral Program Vision Insurance Mt. Olive Pickle Co., Inc. is an Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Disabilities.
Requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
High school plus additional training needed. Competency on personal computer required. Basic math skills needed. Certified Forklift Operator. Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills required. Ability to read, write and speak English required. Conversational Spanish a plus.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Is not a supervisor, but has certain responsibilities in leading others in the department.
Machines, Equipment, Tools Used
Personal computer, standard office equipment, forklift
Physical Demands
Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time.
Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm in handling.
Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
Repetitive Motions: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
The worker is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (ie., custodial, food services, general laborer, etc.) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (ie., security guard, inspection, etc.)
Work Environment
Works inside, subject to some seasonal temperature variations and intermittent wetting from some job tasks. Fumes from hot pepper and forklifts. Earplugs required because of irritating machinery noise. Some contact with grease. Head cover and beard cover required. Gloves and aprons required.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job.
They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position.
All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.