SUMMARY:
Performs activities related to the Rapid Pak production line packaging, sleeving, and/or Case Pack boxing of product, and subsequent sanitation activities for the production areas.Complies with all safety, food safety, quality, SQF, GMP and USDA requirements.
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

• At the start of the packaging line, perform visual quality checks to identify and remove damaged product from the conveyor before packaging.
• Place product in packaging pockets on the conveyor line.
• After package is sealed, visually inspect to verify the label placement and code date are correct, and the package is sealed properly.
• Identify and pull product improperly sealed, improperly labeled, improperly code dated, or damaged (leakers, cracks, etc.) from the conveyor for rework or disposal, placing product in the appropriate bins.
• Remove product from packaging for rework or disposal as requested; log and move to tower or the stuffing room within the established time limit.
• Applies sleeves to packages, either in-line during the production run or off-line as requested.
• Set up labeler per the job specifications and maintain supply of labels for the production run.
• Set up box erector to appropriate box dimensions per the operational parameters, and adjust as necessary.
• Feed boxes into the box maker to ensure a steady flow of boxes to the packaging area of the line.
• Place packaged product into boxes, ensuring the correct number of packages are placed into each case per the job specifications.
• Monitor the box sealing process to ensure the boxes are taped and labeled appropriately.
• Pick up packaged product fallen from the conveyor and sanitize as required.
• Remove product from the metal detector rejection bin and re-enter it into the system.
• Record rework product and move to cooler within the time limits allowed.
• Assist with tear-down and set-up of packaging line components and equipment at changeovers, mid-week sanitation, and end of week.
• Perform sanitation duties that include the following: sweep, mop and squeegee floors; wipe down equipment, foam cleaning and rinsing belts and conveyors; wash parts and walls; empty and clean bins and barrels; remove and dispose of all waste; assist with mopping and cleaning the stuffing room, coolers and/or the tower.
• Perform more extensive sanitation tasks as assigned.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and SQF requirements.
• Exercise safety precautions when using chemicals; ensure appropriate cleaning chemicals are used in designated areas.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations per established company policies.
• Provide backup assistance in Palletizing as necessary.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.