Utility MFG

Position Summary: The Utility position provides bench strength across the various manufacturing departments. This position requires flexibility and adaptability on a consistent basis and assists with the training and development of new and existing team members. Monitor production flow and efficiency in the department assigned, identify and address any issues and/or report them to management for resolution.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist in the processing of meat products to include operating equipment, stuffing and hanging sausage, weighing product, and verifying correct labels and dates are on products handled.
• Operates fork lifts, and hand lifts to move product from one area to another.
• Disassemble and assemble equipment for sanitation.
• Learn and retain thorough knowledge of procedure and use of sausage room equipment.
• Follow all safety, food safety, and company policies and procedures.
• Ensure quality of products is maintained and verify correct label, weight, and date information is on products being handled
• Report any process or equipment problems to supervisor.
• Responsible for housekeeping, cleanliness, and sanitary conditions within the department.
• Report work related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
• Assist with the training and development of new and existing team members.
• Conduct quality assurance checks and alerts management to any issues.
• Keep product at required workstations for other workers to package.
• Learn and retain thorough knowledge of packaging processes and use of equipment
• Assist with operating metal detection equipment
• Report materials and labor to jobs through computer software program.
• Performs various tasks in the packing department involving operating equipment and packing, weighing, and labeling products for distributors.
• Ensure that machinery, equipment, floors, walls, and ceilings are properly cleaned and sanitized according to schedule.
• Load, cook, and smoke, product from smoke ovens.
• Perform various product checks and record time and temperature on HAACP records.
• Verify chill and temperature log for HAACP record

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
* To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Basic math skills required.
* Must be proficient with computer programs such as MS Office, and various ERP systems.
* High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements:
* Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
* Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
* Must be able to multitask in a fast-paced production environment.
* Must be able to lift and carry up to 80 lbs.
* Must be able to stand for long periods of time and work in wet and cold (32-40) environment.