Line Operator - Second Shift

Post Holdings, Inc.; Klingerstown (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food processing seeks a Utility Person in Klingerstown, PA. This role involves ensuring food safety and quality, performing quality checks, and maintaining compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and strong communication skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in food production and safety.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand instructions and correspondence.
• Proficient with computers and software like spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality checks and ensure compliance with safety policies.
• Pack product and maintain sanitary conditions.
• Coach line workers on acceptable product standards.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Basic Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Powered Industrial Truck (PIT)

iPads

Job description

Business Unit Overview

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery, and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents, and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food.

Location Description

Michael Foods, Inc. is located in Klingerstown, Pennsylvania, known for their ice cream socials at Klingerstown Lutheran Parish, fishing rodeo, and fireman's parade.

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for complying with Safety work rules at all times and reinforcing Safety as a Core Value. Ensures all policies, procedures, and activities related to Food Safety & Quality are followed to reduce product and process variability. The Utility Person performs quality checks on a specified line, ensuring all packed product meets customer specifications before shipping, and provides coverage on that line. This role helps ensure personnel follow GMPs and only pack acceptable product, being proficient in all department tasks.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure a safe and healthy workplace for everyone.
• Adhere to all safety policies and incorporate safety and health in all tasks.
• Maintain regulatory compliance at all times.
• Have the ability to pack product at any of the 5 lines or in the Cooked Department's ovens.
• Perform weight/quality checks, metal detector checks, and document data in the RedZone Compliance Module.
• Perform morning start-up line checks and shut-down procedures.
• Proficiently set up and troubleshoot machines in the packaging area, including tape machines and box makers.
• Assist in break and lunch coverage as needed.
• Determine if product meets specifications and inform supervisors or take corrective actions.
• Coach line workers on acceptable vs. unacceptable product to reduce shrink.
• Conduct daily and weekly Autonomous Maintenance line walks, recording motor temperatures and vibrations, with findings documented on the iPad.
• Follow safe work practices, GMP, and HACCP guidelines, maintaining sanitary conditions and SQF Level 3 certification.
• Report conditions that may affect food safety, quality, or personnel safety.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and cooperation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Ability to read and understand instructions, memos, and correspondence.
• Ability to write simple correspondence and present information effectively.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, and ability to interpret graphs.
• Apply common sense to carry out written, oral, or diagram instructions.
• Ability to handle problems involving multiple variables in standardized situations.
• Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Certification.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS:

• Good verbal and communication skills and ability to work well with others.
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision.
• Experience in the Cooked Department or equivalent knowledge.
• Ability to safely lift up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to work indoors in a damp environment.
• Ability to travel stairs.
• Understanding cross contamination issues and avoidance.
• Wear proper PPE.
• Knowledge of customer specifications.
• Ability to retain knowledge for future use.
• Operate specific equipment or tools.
• Proficient with computers, iPads, and software like spreadsheets and word processing.