Silverware Packer

Job title Silverware Packer Reports to Silverware Supervisor/Equipment Manager Position Purpose: The Silverware Packer is responsible for preparing, assembling, inspecting, and packaging silverware, linens, and related in-flight service items according to airline customer specifications. This position ensures that service items are clean, properly assembled, accurately packaged, and ready for use on departing flights.

The role works in a fast-paced airline catering production environment and requires consistent attention to quality, cleanliness, accuracy, food safety, hygiene, and productivity.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS * Assemble and package silverware, flatware, napkins, linens, and other designated in-flight service items according to airline and company specifications. * Fold, sort, assemble, and prepare linens and related service items according to established customer specifications and presentation standards.

• Sort and inspect silverware, linens, and related items for cleanliness, damage, stains, or other quality concerns. * Wrap, roll, bundle, fold, or otherwise package silverware and linens according to required configurations. * Verify that the correct type and quantity of items are included in each package or set. * Place completed silverware and linen packages into designated containers, carts, trays, or staging areas for further assembly or distribution.

• Follow established production schedules and work efficiently to meet flight departure and customer deadlines. * Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area. * Comply with all applicable food safety, sanitation, personal hygiene, and workplace safety regulations, policies, and procedures. * Follow proper handwashing, personal hygiene, and sanitation practices while handling items intended for airline food-service operations.

• Identify and report damaged, contaminated, stained, missing, or incorrect items to the appropriate supervisor or lead. * Assist with sorting, organizing, counting, stocking, and replenishing production supplies as needed. * Follow airline-specific specifications and instructions when preparing customer orders. * Work cooperatively with other production and operations team members to meet daily production requirements.

• Perform other related duties as assigned. SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of DO&CO.

• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area. * Keep products separated, organized, and in good rotation * Follow all company guidelines regarding packaging and cleaning. * Other duties as assigned. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS Positions directly reporting to this position: * N/A QUALIFICATIONS Specific Knowledge, Skills, Abilities The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Proactive and self-organized * Ability to manage through a substantial workload * Capable to work independently as well as in a team environment * Ability to complete assigned tasks within the given time in order to meet strict deadlines * Flexibility (different shifts days, nights, weekends, holidays) Education & Experience * High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred * Minimum of 6 month of packing/logistics experience in a similar work environment preferred