Production Worker (Product Handler) -DMI

Company: Dole Packaged Foods, LLC
Location: Decatur
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

Dole Packaged Foods, LLC

Production Worker (Product Handler) -DMI

US-MI-Decatur

Job ID: 2022-2218
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 11
Category: Manufacturing
Dole Packaged Foods

Overview

The primary responsibility for this job function is to dump and stack frozen fruit product and to perform cleanup tasks, as needed.

Responsibilities

Responsible to comply with all Quality and Food Safety Managementeffectiveness of the Food Safety Management System with the ability tointended use and safe for human consumption
Satisfy our customers and provide products that are in accordance to their standards and/or systems to ensure continual improvement and w ill make card board boxes manually and pack finished goods into correct packages and boxes.
Responsible for the operation of the dumping/stacking to insure product meets or exceeds specification
Follow all SOP's (standard operating procedures) for the operation of the equipment
Follow all GMP's (good manufacturing practices) and HACCP (hazard analysis critical control points) set forth by the company
Must have excellent communication skills with line supervisor and production team members
Responsible for cleanliness of areas of responsibilities at all times
Maybe required to perform other functions within the scope of the production room if the need arises
Notify supervisor immediately of any mechanical or material issues/quality issues so appropriate corrective action is taken

Qualifications

Must be able to take orders and follow directions
Must be able to work any shift including weekends
Must be able to lift up to 44 pounds
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
Must be able to work in a teamwork environment
Must be able to work in extreme cold temperatures
Prior working experience in a Food Manufacturing setting required
Prior working experience in the Consumer Pack Department a plus
Reliable attendance is an essential function of the job
Work Environment:
Must be able to work in cold work environment
Industrial plant environment with related noise and temperatures.
This position will require working in an industrial setting in close proximity to industrial equipment and machinery. This will include working near moving parts, machines and equipment.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to pass job specific Physical Ability Test (PAT)
Temperatures range from 40 - to 50 - degree Fahrenheit
Noise produced by manufacturing machinery up to 92 decibels
Must be able to climb stairs up to 20ft daily
Must be able to do repetitive movements of bending, reaching up to 54" overhead and forward up to 24", squatting, and pushing & pulling an average weight of 40 - 44 lbs.
Must be able to lift up to 44 pounds
Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time on concrete and/or metal grating
Requires climbing, standing, stooping, twisting, lifting and other physical movements to perform job
Flexibility to work different shifts and days when required
Employment is contingent upon drug screen, background verification and skills test required for some positions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #Dole

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