Production Packer (Edison, NJ)

UNFI; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

Paid holidays

401K Program

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

UNFI is seeking a production packer to ensure accurate packaging of products. You will communicate with team members to keep the packing area functioning correctly and uphold quality standards.

Responsibilities include packing bags into cases, protecting label accuracy, and ensuring proper case configurations. You will also load raw materials, stack pallets, and maintain a clean area while following HACCP and SQF policies.

Qualifications

• Safety guidelines knowledge.
• Excellent communication with coworkers and supervisors.
• Detail oriented with good organizational skills.
• Able to operate powered equipment.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Pack retail bags into a master case.
• Ensure packaging quality: seals, labels, weight, and accuracy.
• Verify correct number of bags per case.
• Load hopper with raw products to start production.
• Stack pallets and maintain clean work area.
• Notify operator/supervisor/QA when quality issues arise.
• Adhere to GMP and Food Safety standards (SQF/HACCP).
• Perform other duties during packaging as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Effective communication

Detail oriented

Team player

Powered equipment operation

Physical ability

Production knowledge

Tools

Production management system (prod)

Job description

The production packer position is to ensure the accuracy of product packing. The position will communicate with others to ensure the packing area is functioning accurately.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for packing retail bags into a master case.
• Responsible for quality and integrity of the packages (codes, quality of seal, quality of label application, weight of package, accuracy of labels).
• Responsible for accuracy of case configuration (number of bags per case).
• Load the equipment(Hopper) with raw products to start production.
• Must be able to stack pallets.
• Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the area.
• Notifies machine operator or supervisor or QA/QC technician when quality issues are noted.
• Must adhere to all GMP and Food Safety standards.
• Other related tasks during packaging operation as assigned by Supervisor.
• Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location.
• Performs other job duties as required.

Qualifications

• Production/operations preferred but not required
• System Implementation Preferred
• Understands Safety guidelines
• Knowledge of applicable production management system (prod)
• Detail oriented, good organizational skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and supervisors
• Ability to operating powered equipment
• Dependable, responsible team player
• Have an understanding of procedures in other areas of the production for a more global understanding of all processes.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladder etc.
• Able to lift up to 50lbs

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Compensation

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits

• For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details.
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Time
• paid holidays and parental leave
• 401K Program
• medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance
• short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.
• UNFI's compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.