DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Properly load and package Revolution Farms’ products on assigned machines
Inspect produce for defects, contaminations, and foreign materials during loading and packing; report any issues promptly
Inspect packaging for defects or contaminations; report any issues promptly
Meet or exceed established production efficiency standards
Rotate workstations as required to support workflow
Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with company standards
Complete all required Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs), including beginning and end of day, and ongoing throughout shift
Comply with all written Good Manufacturing and Agricultural Practices (GMPs/GAPs) at all times, including but not limited to, personal clothing, personal items, personal hygiene, food safety attire, and proper food handling and sanitation.
Support and maintain the placement and storage of produce, packaging, and other materials in their designated areas within the packing cooler
Adhere to standards for material storage, including maintaining 6-inch clearance from walls, keeping items off the ground, and establishing lanes between products
Perform high-speed, repetitive tasks such as machine operation, hand packing, palletization, and shipping
Understand lettuce blend ingredients and mix ratios using basic math skills
Be able to properly identify all lettuce varieties and mixes blends visually
Organize produce and packaging to comply with First In, First Out (FIFO) procedures
Participate in team meetings and training sessions
Communicate effectively with other Team Members and Staff
Contribute positively to team goals and maintain a collaborative work environment
Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
At least 18 years old
Must be able lift and carry up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis
Must be able to read numbers on a digital scale
Access to reliable transportation
Grasping, sorting, handling, lifting, bending, crouching, twisting, standing, walking, carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, stooping, kneeling
Repetitive motions, eye/hand/foot coordination, machine operation, handling tools, sweeping and similar motions
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Attention to detail and
Problem-solving skills
Strong organizational and planning skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Excellent time management skills and Ability to multi-task and prioritize work
Ability to operate a pallet jack and maneuver loads weighing up to 1,000 pounds
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequent grasping, sorting, handling, lifting during loading and packaging processes
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds frequently
Repetitive motions associated with high-speed production tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee will work in a climate-controlled Packing Cooler with temperatures around 36°F. The Packing Cooler has an unfinished concrete floor. The floor is sometimes wet (during sanitation). The facility uses sanitizing footbath mats throughout, which require being able to step in and out of the tray over a 2.5” raised tray edge. The employee may occasionally be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate.
OTHER INFORMATION
This job description in no way states or implies all duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Peckham is an Equal Opportunity Employer - EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. EEO is Law
EOE-Embracing Diversity to Achieve Excellence
SPECIAL NOTES
These jobs are part of the AbilityOne program, to learn more about the AbilityOne program go to www.abilityone.gov
PECKHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR APPLYING NOTICE
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application please:
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Email us at jobs@peckham.org
Call us at (517) 316-4000
Visit us at: 3510 Capital City BLVD, Lansing, MI 48906 (M-F 8am - 4pm)
Examples of reasonable accommodations may include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Business Line
- Revolution Farms
- Location:
- Grand Rapids, MI
- Worker Sub-Type:
- Team Member
