LUB Packaging General Labor

Leprino Foods; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 37,746 - 43,570; Full time

Job summary

Leprino Lubbock seeks a Processing Line 2 Team Member to monitor block product lines, support inspection, and maintain uptime in a fast-paced dairy facility. Includes responsibility for data entry, MES navigation, and conveyor operation. Primary duties emphasize safety, sanitation, and efficient production in a 24/7 environment.

Must be 18+, able to work nights, and willing to handle overtime. English literacy and teamwork are required to succeed in this role at Leprino Foods in Lubbock, TX.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Open availability to include night shift.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and comprehend basic English language.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to perform mathematical functions.
• Ability to understand and apply standard operating procedures.
• Ability to maintain clean work area according to good manufacturing processes.
• Ability to complete written reports, and enter data into and pull data from computer systems.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment and comply with all applicable safety practices.
• Good communication skills to communicate with co-workers and oncoming/outgoing shifts.
• Ability to work any shift, weekends, holidays and possible overtime.

Responsibilities

• Follow all applicable safety rules and regulations, and work in a manner consistent with safe operating procedures according to applicable company SOPs.
• Properly clean and sanitize all equipment following GMPs.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and supervision.
• MES navigation and data entry (cheese sample results, cage load & unload tracking).
• Navigate and operate conveyor controls through Wonderware HMI.
• Operate manual and electric pallet jacks safely and proficiently.
• Load & unload blocks from brine cages, and onto block conveyors.
• Retain cheese samples for testing to identify change overs and chemistry.
• Monitor and clean brine filter banks.
• Stage and return packaging materials in production area and warehouse storage.
• Inspect product and packaging to ensure quality standards.
• Prepare label machines for labeling products as needed.
• Assist rapidPak operator with product loading and handling.
• Maintain cleanliness of area, good housekeeping.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.

Job description

Job Overview

Leprino Lubbock is seeking a Processing Line 2 Team Member. The Processing Line 2 Team Member is responsible for monitoring block product lines, support product inspection, addback, efficient block production operations, and continuous up time

All other duties as assigned.

This position pays $21.35 per hour. There is an additional $1 differential for hours worked between 6pm and 6am. Weekly pay.

Job Duties

• Follow all applicable safety rules and regulations, and work in a manner consistent with safe operating procedures according to applicable company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Properly clean and sanitize all equipment following good manufacturing practices (GMP's).
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and supervision.
• MES navigation and computer data entry (cheese sample results, cage load & unload tracking).
• Navigate and operate conveyor controls through wonderware HMI.
• Operate manual and electric pallet jacks safely and proficiently.
• Proficiently Load & unload blocks from brine cages, and on to block conveyors.
• Retain cheese samples for testing to identify change overs and chemistry.
• Monitor and clean brine filter banks.
• Stage and return packaging materials in production area and warehouse storage.
• Inspect product and product packaging to ensure quality standards are met.
• Prepare label machines for labeling products as needed.
• Assist RapidPak operator with product loading and handling.
• Maintain Cleanliness of area, good housekeeping.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervision.

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age
• Open availability to include night shift
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and comprehend basic English language
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to perform mathematical functions
• Ability to understand and apply standard operating procedures
• Ability to maintain clean work area according to good manufacturing processes
• Ability to complete written reports, and enter data into and pull data from computer systems
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment and comply with all applicable safety practices
• Good communication skills to communicate with co-workers and oncoming/outgoing shifts
• Ability to work any shift, weekends, holidays and possible overtime

Preferred Qualifications

• Six months of work experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred
• Experience in machine operation and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment is preferred

Working Conditions

• This position will be exposed to an operations environment including both wet and dry production areas with loud noise and varying degrees of temperature from freezer to extreme heat
• Bending, squatting and climbing of steps may be needed occasionally
• Specific vision may be required for this position, including close vision, distance vision, color and depth perception, and the ability to read computer screens for extended time periods
• Continuous moderate physical effort with the employee being able to lift cases of product weighing thirty (30) pounds and ingredients weight fifty (50) pounds

Psychemedics Drug Testing

Leprino Foods Company utilizes the services of Psychemedics to perform our Hair Follicle Drug Testing. Additional information about this process can be obtained at www.psychemedics.com

PPE & Workplace Safety

Leprino Foods requires all individuals to wear the appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as required by the role and location. Leprino Foods Company supports a drug-free workplace and is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran

Equal Opportunity Employer

Leprino Foods celebrates and supports diversity. We believe in equal opportunity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive culture.