Overview
Assures by visual inspection that all containers and lids are being manufactured and packaged according to quality standards and guidelines in a safe and efficient manner
Responsibilities
- Exemplifies the Berry Behaviors and Values at all times. Leads by example and exhibits professionalism in all areas when representing Berry inside and outside of the plant.
- Work in a professional manner with other associates.
- Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.
- Inspect product to insure quality; set aside product that is below quality standards.
- Work closely with Leads and alert the Team Leader or Supervisor of any quality issues or reject conditions. Timely response to quality issues is key to this position.
- Notify the Team Leader of any safety, machinery, raw material, quality, preventive maintenance, emergency maintenance, packaging or documentation concerns.
- Document information correctly on the reports for production and any downtime.
- Complete assembly of product by installing gaskets in lids and handles in containers as required while keeping up with the production machines cycles.
- Flame containers and lids when required.
- Stack and pack product per instructions that vary with different customers and orders.
- Prepare proper product identification and/or packaging labels.
- When the machine experiences an interruption in production, utilize time to clean up oil, sweep, mop, make boxes or other tasks that may be assigned by the Shift Supervisor.
- Responsible for housekeeping within working area of assigned machine.
- Assist with training associates as needed.
- Various other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Prior experience in fast-paced production environment is highly preferred.
- Regularly required to stand for long periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.
- Good hand-eye coordination is required.
- Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Frequent exposure to production floor; required use of PPE including but not limited to: Bump Cap, Safety Eyewear or Prescription Safety Eyewear, Safety Shoes, Hair/beard nets, Hearing Protection and Disposable Mask.
- Must be able to frequently lift, bend, and reach to perform necessary job functions.
- Must be able to keep-up with the fast-paced production cycles.
- Position requires agility and consistent attention to detail.
- Able to tolerate constant repetition.
- Must be able to identify alpha / numeric product codes.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holiday and over-time.
- Frequently works near moving mechanical parts.
- Good communication skills--verbal and written; ability to effectively communicate.
- Ability to work well independently or in a team environment; displaying ability to work and deliver results in a fast-paced, performance driven environment.
