Floater

Huhtamaki, Inc.; Andalusia (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Huhtamaki, Inc. in Alabama seeks a floater to support the Finishing Department. This role provides breaks to the machine operator and inspector/packers and is responsible for sweeping and cleaning the finishing area, helping keep production flowing smoothly.

You will operate a stretch wrap machine, stage finished goods, and assist with forklift operations while adhering to all safety and SQF food safety rules.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete forklift driving test.
• Physically capable of moderate to light physical effort.
• Work shift of 40 hours per week, with overtime possible.
• Frequently lifting 35 pounds over 70% of the work shift.
• Occasional to frequent bending, stooping, crouching, and climbing.
• Must use PPE including ear plugs or muffs, hair net, and safety glasses, & steel toe or composite toe shoes.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds independently on a frequent basis.
• Loads exceeding 50 pounds must be moved using appropriate assistance, team lifting, or mechanical lifting equipment.
• Position requires moderate to heavy physical effort during an 8-12 hour shift.

Responsibilities

• Observe all Huhtamaki safety rules and always use safe working methods and procedures to avoid injury.
• Provide work breaks for inspector/packers and gluer operators.
• Operates a stretch wrap machine and stage finished goods in warehouse.
• Operate case sealer.
• Keep WIP pushed up to gluer and nester machines in Finishing Department.
• Sweep and clean work area.
• Operate forklift as needed.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, lead persons and operators on safety, quality, production.
• Follow SQF and food safety regulations at all times.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Team communication

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Enjoy a career, packaged with care, whilst helping protect food, people and the planet We are a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. We’re on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, we ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. We are Huhtamaki. You could be part of our vision. Because it’s our talented people that make it happen. Our people on the shop floor producing innovative, sustainable products. Our people in our offices delivering excellence for our customers every day. It’s every one of us working together. We offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported, and make an impact so we can all focus on the future together.

Job Summary

The floater position provides breaks to the machine operator and inspector/packers and is responsible for sweeping and cleaning the Finishing Department.

Essential Functions

• Observe all Huhtamaki safety rules and always use safe working methods and procedures to avoid injury, injury to co-workers, or damage to company property.
• Provide work breaks for inspector/packers and gluer operators.
• Operates a stretch wrap machine and stage finished goods in warehouse.
• Operate case sealer.
• Keep WIP pushed up to gluer and nester machines in Finishing Department.
• Sweep and clean work area.
• Operate forklift as needed.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, lead persons and operators in matters such as, but not limited to safety, quality, production, etc.
• Follow SQF and food safety regulations at all times.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Job Qualifications Required

• Must successfully complete forklift driving test.
• Physically capable of moderate to light physical effort equivalent to frequently lifting light to average weight.
• Work shift work of 40 hours per week, with overtime possible.
• Frequently lifting 35 pounds over 70% of the work shift.
• Occasional to frequent bending, stooping, crouching, and climbing.
• Frequent neck and trunk extension as associated with reaching above shoulders and frequent hand movement in handling of supplies and tools overhead.
• Continuous mental and visual attention when performing work activities.
• Must use PPE to include ear plugs or muffs, hair net, and safety glasses, & steel toe or composite toe shoes.
• Must be able to safely lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds independently on a frequent basis.
• Loads exceeding 50 pounds must be moved using appropriate assistance, team lifting, or mechanical lifting equipment.
• Position requires moderate to heavy physical effort, including frequent lifting, carrying, standing, walking, bending, and reaching during an 8-12 hour shift.

Job Qualifications Preferred

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prefer 1 year of manufacturing experience.

Environment

Manufacturing Environment.

Join us. Help protect food, people and the planet. Help us protect food, people and the planet We’re on a mission to be the first choice in sustainable packaging solutions so we can protect food, people and the planet. We need talented people like you to make that happen. We’re growing as a business which is opening up new roles and opportunities so it’s an exciting time to join us. We promise to offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported and make an impact, so we can all focus on the future together.