Food Packaging & Equipment Operator – GMP Focus

Publix Super Markets; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Group health, dental and vision plans

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Short- and long-term disability

Job summary

Publix Super Markets in Lakeland, FL seeks a Maintenance & Equipment associate to operate department machinery including Lieder, Accraply and Zeph, while upholding strict GMP and sanitation standards. The role involves preventative maintenance, documentation, and occasional heavy lifting in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates must meet GMP, safety and attendance requirements, be able to work various shifts, and collaborate across departments to ensure quality packaging and production flow.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must demonstrate excellent work habits in line with GMPs.
• Must demonstrate safe working habits.
• Must be able to lift in excess of 25 pounds repetitively, 50 lbs occasionally.
• Must be able to push and pull full tubs of product (750 lbs).
• Must be able to learn and perform all positions.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have good human relations skills.
• Must be able to work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours.
• Must have excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Must be willing to assist other team members in other areas.
• Must be able to perform steady and productive work for an extended period of time.
• Must possess general knowledge of machine operation with the ability to recognize problems when they occur.
• Ability to push roll tubs that weigh in excess of 650 lbs.
• Must be able to work efficiently with little or no supervision.
• Must understand Lockout/Tagout compliance requirements.
• Must be dependable and possess good follow up skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
• Must possess basic math skills.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Must show enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work and a commitment to Publix and our mission.

Responsibilities

• Operate all equipment in department to include, (Lieder, Accraply and Zeph).
• Practice strict sanitation and GMP practices to insure food safe products are being manufactured.
• Perform required operator’s preventative maintenance tasks.
• Some heavy lifting required.
• Conduct inspection’s of all packaging equipment
• Document environmental concerns for QA and USDA
• Maintain accurate documentation on Quality, Production and sanitation information
• Must be able to work in other areas as needed/requested
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

GMPs

Team player

Good attendance

Strong safety mindset

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Basic math

Machine troubleshooting

Lockout/Tagout familiarity

Tools

Lieder

Accraply

Zeph

Job description

Publix Super Markets in Lakeland, FL seeks a Maintenance & Equipment associate to operate department machinery including Lieder, Accraply and Zeph, while upholding strict GMP and sanitation standards. The role involves preventative maintenance, documentation, and occasional heavy lifting in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates must meet GMP, safety and attendance requirements, be able to work various shifts, and collaborate across departments to ensure quality packaging and production flow.