Packaging Technician - Colby, WI

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Job Description

Packaging Technician- Colby, WI

General Requirements
Follow time and attendance guidelines in accordance with the employee handbook.
Work cooperatively in a team environment and accept and follow directions.
Able to stand for long periods while leaning forward.
Ability to regularly lift and / or carry up to 70 pounds individually or with assistance.
Continuously lift up to 35 pounds and moving or stacking on a pallet for at least two hours.
Ability to squat and bend frequently during shift.
Ability to grasp, reach, twist, push and / or pull using both hands and wrists continuously.
Capable of accurately operating and reading a scale.
Able to work around moving conveyors without motion sickness.
Tolerant of seasonally very warm temperatures.
Shift Hours: 6am-2pm, with possible overtime on weekends and holidays. Must have schedule flexibility. 

Quality Control Requirements
Appreciation for cleanliness and sanitation, keeping work area clean and organized.
Knowledge of and ability to follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Awareness of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and its importance.
Follow all Safe Quality Food (SQF) guidelines.
Maintain excellent personal hygiene and wear appropriate apparel for the job.
Note: Required to report food safety problems or concerns immediately to a person with authority to initiate action as indicated on the organizational chart.

Safety Requirements
Be aware of and follow up to date OSHA regulations that apply to the tasks in your job.
Practice safe lifting techniques, bending and lifting with your legs not your back.
Pivot with your feet avoiding twisting at the waist.
Be aware of your surroundings, watching for forklift traffic and trip hazards such as pallets or cords.
Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the job you are doing.
Never operate equipment for which you have not been properly trained or certified for.
Education/Certifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Job Responsibilities
Pick up, move, manipulate and count pouches of product at a rapid pace.
Accurately and neatly arrange cases on to pallets in compliance with instructions.
Operate a scale to accurately monitor and add or subtract pouches to reach correct case weights.
Apply correct labels uniformly on cases and pallets.
Review and verify accuracy of containers, labels and ink jet messaging.
Properly fold, tape and/or insert liners into boxes.
Handle cheese products in order to cut into smaller pieces and repackage as needed.
Other duties as assigned by Team Leader, Supervisor or Management.
Report any suspicious activity related to food defense. 
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.