Wrap Operator

This position is responsible for packaging the product. This includes general packaging, stacking, lifting and restocking of material into equipment. This position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Wrap operator will be responsible for adhering to pace of setting brie bites into the flow wrap machine for packaging
• Removal of brie bites from racking and placing onto unit
• Set up and operation of wrap machine
• Cleaning of wrap machine when production is completed for the day
• Follow SOP and SSOP practices when operating and cleaning of machine
• Spot-check and remove product and packaging that does not meet our quality specifications;
• Maintaining the workflow of a group of 3 or more people;
• Stack product on pallets verifying correct pattern;
• Assembles boxes for hand packing product;
• Operate metal detection and x-ray equipment as directed by HACCP protocol;
• Help and assist coworkers when the line is down;
• Visual inspections of codes, seals, packaging during production. Alerts operator of nonconformance and makes corrections;
• Completes all paperwork required;
• Actively participates in continuous improvement process;
• Be at your workstation at your required time. Competencies Job Knowledge Quality of Work Job Safety Cost Control Teamwork & Leadership Inclusion& Communication Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in a manufacturing environment with the following conditions: Exposure to hot or cold Climate frequently; Exposure to chemical frequently; Exposure to noise and vibration frequently; Exposure to wet and humid conditions frequently. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties on the job, the physical demands are: Stand – frequently; Stoop/Bend – frequently; Squat – occasionally; Crawl – never; Climb Stairs or ladders – occasionally; Reach – chest level, above or below – occasionally; Push - 50 lbs. frequently; Pull - 50 lbs. frequently; Lift/carry- 50 lbs. occasionally. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Days and hours vary depending on the shift and department. Overtime and weekend work is required at times. Vacation coverage as needed.