Packer (1st shift)

J&J Snack Foods Corp; Moscow Mills (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

J&J Snack Foods Corp in Moscow Mills, MO, seeks a Packer to prepare products for final packaging, inspect and pack into trays or boxes, and ensure proper coding for palletizing. You will monitor quality and support the production line to meet daily output.

The role requires ability to work quickly on a fast-moving line, stand for long periods, and maintain food-safety standards with attention to detail. Ongoing training in GMPs, food defense, allergen controls, and SQF programs will be provided.

Qualifications

• Math and reading skills.
• Ability to lift, bend, stoop, and stand for long periods.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Packers must receive ongoing training in GMPs, Food Defense, Allergen controls, and OSHA programs.

Responsibilities

• Pick and pack product into trays or boxes at a rate matching production demand.
• Inspect for quality before placing in trays and onto conveyors.
• Inspect product for flaws as directed by Quality Manager and set aside for rework or discard.
• Report major discrepancies to lead, supervisor, or Quality Manager.
• Adhere to environmental, health and safety requirements and procedures.
• Responsible for food safety and quality.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Fast-paced production line performance

Stamina to stand long periods

Teamwork and collaboration

Eye-hand coordination

Job description

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin’ Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to “Fun Served Here”.

Scope:

This position is responsible for preparing product for final stages including packaging into specified trays. This includes inspecting and packing or repacking product into trays or corrugated boxes, closing and coding of boxes for palletizing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pick up product according to product tray size at a rate of seven to eighteen trays per minute, depending on variety.
• The packer also is responsible for inspecting for quality before placing in trays and onto conveyors.
• Inspect product for specific flaws as set forth by the Quality Manager and set aside in designated areas for rework or discard.
• Report any major discrepancies with product directly to the lead, supervisor, or the Quality Manager.
• Adhere to all environmental, health and safety requirements and procedures.
• Responsible for food safety and quality.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Key Competencies:

• Ability to work at a fast pace on production line with moving product.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Teamwork and ability to work with others.
• Excellent eye - hand coordination.

Position Requirements:

• Math and reading skills.
• Ability to lift, bend, stoop, and stand for long periods of time.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Additional Information:

• Packers must receive ongoing training in the following areas: Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Defense, Allergen, SQF Ongoing OSHA regulated programs All company regulated policies

Disclaimer:

This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement: J&J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.