General Laborer

HP Hood; Town of Orleans (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

HP Hood in New York is seeking a Standby Operator to help run filling and packaging lines, perform dairy processing tasks, and meet daily production goals. This role requires standing 8+ hours, frequent bending and lifting up to 50 lbs, shifts that vary week to week, and adherence to NY regulations, GMP, OSHA and union CBA guidelines.

You will maintain records, support SQF tasks, and collaborate with supervisors to keep operations safe and efficient.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma required.
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Excellent troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to work well with people.
• Strong communication skills.
• Multi-tasking ability.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Daily operations of filling and packaging equipment on a production line.
• Operate equipment in dairy processing key areas.
• Comply with New York State regulations.
• Follow GMP and sanitation policies.
• Follow OSHA regulations and plant safety policies.
• Adhere to local union CBA guidelines.
• Operate tools and perform general cleaning and grounds maintenance.
• Maintain environmental and production paperwork with accurate records.
• Build relationships with sanitation authorities and vendors.
• Support SQF by keeping area sanitary.
• Maintain positive relationships with supervisors and managers.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

People skills

Multi-tasking

Independent

Basic computer skills

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Job Summary:

The duties of this position may involve operating machines for long periods and repetitive bending and lifting of 50 lbs frequently. Shifts may vary during a week and days off may not be consecutive. The Standby Operator covers where there is the most need. There is no guarantee of what shift will be worked week to week but team member will be scheduled weekly.

Job Responsibilities:

• Daily Operations of filling and packaging equipment in a production line setting.
• Operations of equipment in key areas of dairy processing.
• Compliance with New York State regulations.
• Adherence to all plant GMP and sanitation policies.
• Compliance with all OSHA regulations as well as 100% plant safety policies.
• Following all guidelines and rules associated with local unions CBA.
• Operate a variety of tools and equipment; performs general plant cleaning and grounds maintenance.
• Maintain and complete required environmental and production paperwork. Accurate documentation.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with external agencies (sanitation authorities, equipment vendors, etc).
• Support SQF by completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
• Maintain positive relationships with plant supervisors and managers.

General:

• Perform above functions in assigned areas of responsibility.
• Perform assigned duties with minimal supervision.
• Respond and perform assigned duties in a timely manner.
• Perform assigned duties following "GOOD MANUFACTURING PRACTICES".
• Attend Daily Production Meeting if required.
• Maintain records and logs as required.
• Support change over and start up of assigned area.
• Attend all mandatory training.

Education and Experience:

• GED or High School Diploma.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.
• Basic Computer Skill preferred.
• Excellent Troubleshoot Experience.
• Ability to work well with people.
• Communication skills are a must.
• Multi-tasked Individual.
• Ability to work independently.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing: Long periods (a minimum of 8+ hours).
• Sitting: Occasionally for short periods.
• Walking: Long periods.
• Bending: Frequently.
• Lifting: Heavy (50+ lbs) frequently.
• Carrying: Heavy (40-60 lbs) frequently distance.
• Pushing/Pulling: under 75 lbs without assistance frequently.

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

"VERVRAA Federal Contractor"

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