PRODUCTION UTILITY - 1ST SHIFT
Company: NOW Foods
Location: Bloomingdale
Posted on: April 15, 2024
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Job Description:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
Unloads and unpacks incoming shipments of raw materials and
supplies needed for Production and delivers to proper location in
warehouse or Production.
Examines materials for damage, notes any damaged products and
escalates issues to supervisor and Quality Control.
Keeps track of inventory on hand and what is needed for successful
production blends and runs to ensure Production keeps running.
Using a RF scanner, accurately keeps track of and verifies multiple
orders and amounts of product moved.
Stores products in bins, pallets, shelves, racks or in refrigerator
according to identify information such as product item number,
size, or type of product.
Moves and transports materials, supplies, and finished product in
and out of Production using appropriate equipment (i.e. PIT) and/or
to other departments.
Makes adjustments or repairs to products or materials carried in
stock.
Determines methods of storage, identification, and stock location,
considering temperature, humidity, height and weight limits,
turnover, floor loading capabilities, and required space.
Trains employees on basic manufacturing processes in the
department.
Actively participates in root cause analysis and other plant
continuous improvement initiatives. Recommends continuous
improvement ideas.
Accurately and truthfully completes all required documentation.
Complies with safety requirements, GMP requirements, and SOPs/WIs
for the work area.
SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Supports a culture of safe production and exhibits safe work
practices. Actively participates in the safety program by engaging
in safety activities. Effectively provides and accepts constructive
peer-to-peer feedback on safety performance. Adheres to policies,
procedures, SOP's, safe work practices, and safety policies and
procedures. Reports ALL workplace incidents to supervisor
immediately. Communicates concerns to supervisor, reports hazards,
and provides input on prevention. Properly uses, wears, and stores
Personal Protective Equipment when required. Participates on safety
teams and/or completes safety-related activities as part of regular
job responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS
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 will be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Prior experience operating powered pallet jacks and/or Interthor
stackers preferred.
Prior experience in manufacturing GMP environment, preferably food
or pharmaceuticals, desired.
PERFORMANCE ABILITY
Demonstrated ability to consistently meet quality, safety and
efficiency goals. Good problem-solving skills required. Ability to
work independently; prioritize and calmly handle multiple tasks
simultaneously in a fast-paced environment; demonstrate a strong
sense of urgency; and flexibility to change tasks frequently and
work in different work centers as business needs require. Strong
teamwork skills; ability to collaborate and communicate effectively
with others; strong attention to detail skills; and demonstrated
high quality of work. Ability to train other employees on basic
manufacturing processes in the department. Consistently follows all
company policies and procedures, including all safety policies and
procedures. Safely operates all Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) and
equipment and maintains necessary certifications. Ability to work
at both the 391 and 395 manufacturing facilities in
Bloomingdale.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively both verbally
and in writing. Ability to read and comprehend instructions,
correspondence, and memos such as safety rules, operating and
maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals (S.O.P.). Ability
to accurately complete sanitation/production paperwork. Ability to
effectively present information in one-on-one and small group
situations to other employees of the organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of
measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out
instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Good
problem-solving ability.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Basic computer and data entry skills required.
Ability to obtain certification to operate powered pallet jacks and
Interthor stackers required.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including different schedules
and the ability to work weekends.
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to talk and hear; stand and walk; ascend and descend
stairs and ladders; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; crouch
or half kneel, and reach with hands and arms. This position moves
pallets, moves pallet jacks, lifts and loads product, and changes
over and cleans equipment.
The employee will occasionally lift, move (in some cases drag
items), slide, raise and/or place:
Ascend and descend steps carrying up to 35 lbs. (i.e. carrying
product up stairs)
Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist height.
Lift up to 50 lbs. from waist to shoulder.
Push and pull to generate force for 42 lbs. force at 36 inch height
(i.e. move pallet jacks)
Push and pull to generate force of 65 lbs. at 36 inch height (i.e.
move pallet jacks)
Grasp 60# force
Move pallets - Lift up to 38 lbs. from 5 inches to 36 inches and
return to 5 inches
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly
works near moving mechanical parts.
The employee is frequently exposed to herbal aromas, dust, and/or
airborne particles, some classified as allergens or irritants.
This position works in all areas of NOW's manufacturing facilities
with direct exposure to ingredients (powders and liquids), mixes
(powders and liquids), equipment, and packaging.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud,
and in some areas where louder hearing protection is required.
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