Wrap Operator

WRAP OPERATORS APPLY HERE! Potential for all expenses paid training in France!

Summary/Objective 
This position is responsible for packaging the product. This includes general packaging, stacking, lifting and restocking of material into equipment. This position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.  

Essential Functions 
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Wrap operator will be responsible for adhering to pace of setting brie bites into the flow wrap machine for packaging 
• Removal of brie bites from racking and placing onto unit 
• Set up and operation of wrap machine 
• Cleaning of wrap machine when production is completed for the day 
• Follow SOP and SSOP practices when operating and cleaning of machine 
• Spot-check and remove product and packaging that does not meet our quality specifications; 
• Maintaining the workflow of a group of 3 or more people; 
• Stack product on pallets verifying correct pattern; 
• Assembles boxes for hand packing product; 
• Operate metal detection and x-ray equipment as directed by HACCP protocol; 
• Help and assist coworkers when the line is down; 
• Visual inspections of codes, seals, packaging during production. Alerts operator of nonconformance and makes corrections; 
• Completes all paperwork required; 
• Actively participates in continuous improvement process; 
• Be at your workstation at your required time.

Competencies 
Job Knowledge 
Quality of Work 
Job Safety 
Cost Control 
Teamwork & Leadership 
Inclusion& Communication 

Supervisory Responsibility 
This position has no supervisory responsibilities. 

Work Environment 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in a manufacturing environment with the following conditions: 

Exposure to hot or cold Climate frequently; 
Exposure to chemical frequently; 
Exposure to noise and vibration frequently; 
Exposure to wet and humid conditions frequently. 

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. 

While performing the duties on the job, the physical demands are: 
Stand – frequently; 
Stoop/Bend – frequently; 
Squat – occasionally; 
Crawl – never; 
Climb Stairs or ladders – occasionally; 
Reach – chest level, above or below – occasionally; 
Push - 50 lbs. frequently; 
Pull - 50 lbs. frequently; 
Lift/carry- 50 lbs. occasionally.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work 
This is a full-time position. Days and hours vary depending on the shift and department. Overtime and weekend work is required at times. Vacation coverage as needed. 

Travel 
None is required for this position 

Required Education and Experience 
1. Ability to speak, read, write and comprehend English.

Preferred Education and Experience 
1. Experience working in a food manufacturing environment; 
2. High school diploma or equivalent; 
3. Basic mathematics and calculating tools; 
4. Capable of operating without direct supervision; 
5. Capable of following instructions.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications 
None is required for this position 

Work Authorization/Security Clearance 
Eligible to work in USA 

Food Safety and Product Quality 
This position is responsible for supporting the food safety management system and for communicating food safety issues to the Quality Department. 

Affirmative Action Plan/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 
Savencia Cheese USA provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. 

Other Duties 
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.