LUB AMF (Case packer) Operator

Summary Description:  

The Line 2 Case Packer (AMF) Operator ensures that proper product weight controls, package labels, and packaging meet customer specifications and all final product cases are properly labeled and filled. 

 All other duties as assigned.

• Monitor operations of fillers to ensure efficient filling of cases of cheese, proper seals and product integrity, including box and bag changes and product changeovers 

• Maintain proper weight control 

• Complete hourly calibration checks 

• Monitor operations of Hi-Speed scale to ensure proper parameters are used and correct tare weights entered. Utilize feedback from GL watching rejects 

• Accurately complete all required operational documentation and checklists such as scale logs, hourly case average, box tare weight sheet, start-up checklist, etc. 

• Ensure proper communication up and downstream in the event of performance/product/packaging concerns 

• Follow setup procedures ensuring all equipment are operational at startup, and conversely, complete shut-down procedure preventing damage and water exposure of equipment. 

• Communicate effectively with co-workers, team leads, and supervisors

• Follow sanitation procedures of all equipment at shutdown

• Complete assigned GMP and housekeeping duties and maintain 5S standards as required

• Perform work in a safe manner by following safety procedures and policies, critical safety rules, and expected standard conduct 

• Ensure product meets food safety, regulatory, and quality requirements by following the Food Safety Plan, Quality Plan, and company policies such as, inspecting product to meet customer specifications, notifying the supervisor/team lead in the event of clumps, extraneous, etc. and ensuring correct bag codes for each product run 

  Complete paperwork accurately.  Know and understand the normal operational readings for all data recorded and action to be taken if outside normal operations

   

  Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

• Must be 18 years of age 

• Must be able to speak, read, write, and comprehend basic English language 

• Ability to evaluate and identify mechanical conditions and make adjustments or corrective action as necessary 

• Ability to access elevated work areas such as climbing ladders/stairs 

• Basic math skills to be able to perform mathematical functions 

• Ability to understand and apply standard operating procedures 

• Ability to maintain clean work area according to good manufacturing processes 

• Good communication skills to communicate with co-workers and oncoming/outgoing shifts 

Preferred Qualifications & Experience: 

• One year of work experience in a manufacturing environment; experience in machine operation and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment are preferred.