1st Shift - Production Packer (Edison, NJ)

United Natural Foods, Inc.; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated production packer to ensure the accuracy and quality of product packing. In this role, you will be responsible for packing retail bags, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering to safety standards in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess strong organizational skills, and be a dependable team player. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a critical aspect of production while working in a supportive and inclusive team. If you're ready to take on a hands-on role in a dynamic setting, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in production/operations is preferred but not required.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Pack retail bags into master cases ensuring quality and integrity.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to GMP and Food Safety standards.

Skills

Detail oriented

Good organizational skills

Effective communication

Ability to operate powered equipment

Dependable team player

Education

Production/operations experience

Knowledge of production management system

Tools

Hopper equipment

Job description

The production packer position is to ensure the accuracy of product packing. The position will communicate with others to ensure the packing area is functioning accurately.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for packing retail bags into a master case.
• Responsible for quality and integrity of the packages (codes, quality of seal, quality of label application, weight of package, accuracy of labels).
• Responsible for accuracy of case configuration (number of bags per case).
• Load the equipment (Hopper) with raw products to start production.
• Must be able to stack pallets.
• Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the area.
• Notifies machine operator or supervisor or QA/QC technician when quality issues are noted.
• Must adhere to all GMP and Food Safety standards.
• Other related tasks during packaging operation as assigned by Supervisor.
• Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location.
• Performs other job duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Production/operations preferred but not required.
• System Implementation Preferred.
• Understands Safety guidelines.
• Knowledge of applicable production management system (prod).
• Detail oriented, good organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and supervisors.
• Ability to operate powered equipment.
• Dependable, responsible team player.
• Have an understanding of procedures in other areas of the production for a more global understanding of all processes.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladder etc.
• Able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to work in an environment containing Tree nuts, Peanuts, Soy, Wheat, Sesame, Milk and different spices like pepper, chili, etc.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.