Utility

Pay: $22.50
Shift: Morning
Schedule: 5:00 AM to 3:00 PM; Monday - Friday

Position Overview
The Utility position is responsible for supporting the bag lines to safely deliver the highest-quality products with optimal efficiency and the lowest possible scrap through effective manufacturing methods. The Utility reports to the Shift Leader.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfy each essential duty. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Follow all Key Operating Procedures, including but not limited to:

o Company and facility Policies
o Safety - LTCT; use of proper PPE; adherence to all applicable safety rules
o Quality - PQCT, Bag Specifications, Testing Frequencies and Procedures
o SOPs - Methods for performing work
o SSOP/Good Housekeeping standards (keep machines and area sanitized and clean)
o Good Manufacturing Practices
o Food/Safety Security
o HACCP ( Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point)
o Food Regulatory and Customer Specifications

• Responsible for scrap, efficiency, and product quality
• Make the allowable amount of box bottoms and lids according to specification for your shift and to start the
• next shift and keep the machines stocked with the allowable amount of box bottoms
• When pallets are full, place them in the drop area of the warehouse for shipping/receiving to put away
• Supply all raw materials to the bag & box production area
• Empty all scrap containers once per shift or as needed
• Bale scrap as required
• Responsible for doing scheduled PM work to material handling equipment
• Assist operators and QA to assure that quality standards are upheld and that any suspect or defective product
• is appropriately destroyed or placed on hold for the Quality Facilitator's review and decision
• Work as a valuable team member throughout the production room to accomplish the business goals:
• Help inspector/packers and bag machine operators as needed
• Assist and work closely with Quality, Maintenance, and Technical resources to ensure that issues are being
• addressed to optimize the performance of the line
• Provide feedback and suggestions for improvements
• Communicate positively and respectfully to resolve all issues
• Complete all documentation accurately
• Ask for help when the need arises
• Assist in the training of other personnel in the material handling department

Competency Statements
Act: Safely, Responsibly and Ethically.
Develop: Positive, Collaborative Teams and Healthy Work Environments.
Deliver: Timely, Innovative and Sustainable Focused Solutions.
Drive: Quality in Products, Service, and Attainment of Professional Goals.
Integrate: Core Values of Commitment, Responsibility, and Innovation into all aspects of work.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work safely and effectively with minimal supervision.

Work Environment
Manufacturing Plant. Climate-controlled.

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discounts
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid elder care
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance