1st Shift SSHC Utility Packaging

Horse Cave, KY

Food Manufacturing

About the position

T. Marzetti Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Lancaster Colony Corporation, is looking for someone to assist in the operation of packaging equipment, inspect products, fill feed trays, assemble boxes, pack products into cases, stack filled cases on pallets for shipping, and perform other duties as needed to ensure continuous operation of a product filling/packaging line at its Horse Cave Plant. This position may be rotated on all lines within the department. The company emphasizes integrity, respect, accountability, continuous improvement, and positive interactions with all team members and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Practices integrity, respect, accountability, continuous improvement and positive interactions with all Team Members and visitors.
• Records all information as required.
• Assists in setting up machine prior to shift start up.
• Ensures a proper supply of materials for tapers, fillers, box makers, labelers, cup supply remains filled and other packing equipment.
• Assembles boxes/cases for packing product(s) as needed and packs finished product into cases.
• Visually inspects product for quality defects and removes defective product.
• Performs duties on all lines in packaging as necessary.
• Assists in operation of packaging machine/equipment in accordance with Safety standards, specifications and instruction.
• Provides training for others when necessary.
• Ensures packaging materials are correct, in specification and properly positioned in the machine and changes materials as needed.
• Monitors and may adjust weight control of packaged units and ensures codes are accurate and correct in format.
• Maintains standard production quantities/rates for each product to ensure continuous production.
• Replenishes packaging supplies such as film, boxes, cartons, glue, ink or labels.
• Monitors machine operation to detect malfunctions; may make minor adjustments/repairs; communicates mechanical problems to maintenance.
• Mounts supplies on spindles or places supplies in hoppers or other feeding devices.
• Coordinates information and equipment with Machine Operator and Utility positions to prior and next shifts Leads & Operators and other dept.
• Fills in for and assists Machine Operators and Utilities when necessary.
• Regular Attendance is required in accordance with Company attendance policy and procedures.
• Performs other duties/responsibilities as assigned by Machine Operator, Lead and Management.

Requirements

• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment requiring repetitive work preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively - verbally & written - and work well with Team Members and Management.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and good math skills are helpful.
• Ability to read & interpret written & verbal direction while working in a safe, effective & productive manner within a fast paced environment.
• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED required.