Prepack Line Operator

J&J Snack Foods Corp; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

J&J Snack Foods Corp in Paducah, KY is hiring on the production line. Duties include proper packaging per case, taping and labeling for conveyor shipment, filling the hopper with product, and ensuring screens are in place to seal boxes.

Employees rotate duties to create an ergonomic environment, keep areas clean, and end shifts with proper cleanup. Uniforms are required (bouffant cap, beard cover if applicable, gloves); hearing protection is recommended.

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”.

POSITION SUMMARY

General duties include proper packaging per case, ensuring that all boxes are taped and labeled as going to the conveyor belt. Filling of the hopper with product making sure that the screens are in place. All employes are to watch the lines for jam ups on the line to prevent waste of product. All employees are responsible for keeping the areas clean, also that at the end of shift everything is clean up and trash is being taken out. All employees are required to be in full uniform to include bouffant cap, beard cover (as applicable), and gloves. Hearing protection is recommended.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Employees will rotate responsibilities on a scheduled basis in the interest of creating an ergonomically friendly work environment.

COMPETENCIES

Specific duties include preparing cases for filling and ensuring that an accurate number of pre-packs are included in each case and that those packs are lined within the case, properly, to ensure the box will seal correctly. Cases, upon being filled, are processed through the case sealer and then off borne to the lift/conveyor. Responsibilities also include filling the hopper with product.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required Education: N/A Required Experience: N/A

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

N/A

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES CHECKLIST

Job title: Physical Activities

• Check all that apply Frequency (N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantly Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.
• C Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• C Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
• C Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• C Adjusting or moving objects up to 15 pounds in all directions.
• C Communicating with others to exchange information.
• C Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• C Operating machinery and/or power tools.
• N Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• N Environmental Conditions Check all that apply Frequency Low temperatures.
• O High temperatures.
• O Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• N Noisy environments.
• C Hazardous conditions.
• O Poor ventilation.
• O Small and/or enclosed spaces.
• N Adverse environmental conditions expected.
• N Physical Demands Check only one Frequency Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds.
• X Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more.

US Hourly Pay Range

$16 - $16 USD

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.