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OB TITLE: Packaging Operator DATE: April 2021
REPORTS TO: Packaging Lead ; Shift Supervisor CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt
DEPARTMENT: Packaging LOCATION: Baxter Springs, KS
Operate packaging equipment and perform all packaging activities associated with assigned line while maintaining high
product quality.
Package products in bags, boxes, or bulk containers; label and stack on pallets
o Stack bags of product weighing up to 50# from between waist and shoulder height to a pallet between knee
and shoulder height
Maintain product and packaging quality through visually inspecting finished product
Ensure product, bags, wraps, seals, boxes, labels, and pallets meet quality standards
Participates in full facility equipment clean-up between runs, as directed
Accountable for maintaining and sustaining FIFO program
Set up, operate, and perform basic troubleshooting of packaging equipment, to include but no limited to:
o Parson Eagle scales, palletizers, forklifts, stretch wrappers, metal detectors, conveyors, check-weighers,
control panels, labelers, coders, case erectors, trash compactors
o Know and monitor HACCP compliance in-Process
o Assist with product changeover, cleaning and sanitation; perform inspections required before product start-up
o Collect finished product samples for product release testing
o Perform verification checks of metal detectors and magnets in area of responsibility as specified in Quality
Checkpoints
o Immediately communicate Quality concerns to Packaging Lead or Supervisor
o Participate in 1st article of inspection to ensure food safety and quality
Must complete required paperwork accurately and completely, including simple production reports.
Proficiency in C. J. Foods Business Systems (i.e. JDE, IQS, etc) as it applies to the position
Anticipate technical problems and (when appropriate) proactively troubleshoot and make technical adjustments and/or
notify Maintenance
Perform operator-level preventive maintenance on assigned equipment
Work with Maintenance and Supervisor to identify potential line improvements
Responsible for technical training/coaching and cross training other plant personnel and new hires
Acknowledge and adhere to the requirement to work only in job-specific designated area
Accountable for personal safety, behavior, and performance
Responsible for maintaining a clean and organized work area, and leaving a clean and organized work area for the
following shift
Responsible for following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and Job Safety Analyses (JSA’s), as well as
following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)
Required to notify a supervisor or a lead employee of any situation or observation that may adversely affect food
safety and/or quality.
Safely operate forklift (must obtain C.J. Foods certification)
Perform other duties as assigned or directed.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required).
High school diploma and/or GED required
04/16/2021
Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, and percentages
Willing to work in a team environment and contribute to group goals
Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, in written form, and via radio
Ability to receive and provide instructions in a positive manner
Ability to obtain C.J. Foods Lock Out / Tag Out certification
Ability to obtain C.J. Foods forklift certification
Ability to multi-task
Model behaviors that supports CJF Company values of Safety, People, Courage, Team, Speed
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform th e essential function. The phrases
“occasionally,” “regularly,” and “frequently” correspond to the following definitions: “occasionally” means up to 25% of working time, “regularly” means between 26
and 75% of working time, and “frequently” means 76% and more of working time.)
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, walk, and move from place to
place. The employee is occasionally required to sit, use foot/feet to operate machine, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl or
reach above shoulders. The employee is frequently required to stand and use hands to finger, handle or touch.
The employee must exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and /
or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close
vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).
The employee may be frequently exposed to allergens and/or airborne particles in the production area. Production
employees are exposed to temperatures ranging from 0 to 100 degrees, depending on the season and workstation, and may
be working near moving mechanical parts. Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions may occur.
The noise level in the work environment may be loud while production equipment is running.
Personal Protection Equipment (including, but not limited to, boots, gloves, safety glasses, and/or face shields) is required
during various processes in the production area. Ear plugs and bump caps are required at all times in the production area.
The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the occupation described
and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupatio
Alphia is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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