Production Stacker - 1st Shift

Stratas Foods, LLC; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 42,981,000 - 57,308,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

EAP

Fitness reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) Match

Paid time off

Job summary

Stratas Foods, LLC in Nashville, TN is seeking a Production Stacker to safely stack and inspect finished products while maintaining a smooth production flow on the manufacturing floor.

You will operate pallet jacks, follow SOPs, and assist with changeovers and sanitation. The role is entry-level, requires a high school diploma or GED, and offers growth in a hands-on team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to operate production equipment safely and read work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Stack finished products according to specifications.
• Inspect products for defects and correct labeling.
• Remove non-conforming product and notify personnel.
• Maintain continuous product flow and transport with pallet jack.
• Stage product for pickup and supply empty pallets to lines.
• Keep area clean and comply with GMPs and safety procedures.
• Assist with line changeovers, sanitation, and housekeeping.
• Complete production and quality documentation as required.

Skills

Operate equipment safely

Read and follow SOPs

Attention to detail

Teamwork & communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack operation

Production equipment operation

Job description

FULL TIME JOB OPPORTUNITY WITH VERY COMPETITIVE BENEFITS!

• We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance plus voluntary benefits on day one of employment!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness reimbursement
• College tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Match up to 5%
• Vacation, holiday, bereavement, and jury duty pay

Headquartered in Cordova, TN, Stratas Foods is a 50/50 joint venture formed in October 2008 between ACH Food Companies and Archer Daniels Midland Company. Stratas Foods is built on the combined strengths and expertise of these two great parent companies, laid down over the course of over 200 years of combined experience. Stratas will continue to build on this foundation of excellence by providing value added, branded and custom formulated fats and oils solutions to the Food Service, Food Ingredient and Retail sectors. At Stratas Foods we are committed to being the most valued supplier of fats, oils, dressings, mayonnaise and salad dressings to the private label retail bottled oils market in the United States.

Manufacturing facilities are located in Dallas and Houston, TX; Decatur and Quincy,IL; Englewood, NJ; Hillside, NJ; Fresno, CA; Nashville, TN; and Valdosta, GA. Corporate offices are located in Memphis, TN.We arecommitted to maintaining a progressive workplace by utilizing the ideas, skills and talents of all of our employees. We strive to makeStratas Foodsa great place to work and are building a team capable of meeting our business goals.

Job Description

The Production Stacker is responsible for safely stacking, inspecting, and preparing finished products for movement throughout the production area. This position ensures products are properly stacked, maintains continuous product flow, and transports finished product using a manual or electric pallet jack while adhering to all food safety, quality, and safety standards.

This is an entry-level position on the manufacturing floor. Qualified candidates must be able to perform a variety of jobs, tasks, or duties as required; and must be able to work any shift, overtime, and weekends as required.

• Stack finished products according to established specifications and stacking patterns.
• Inspect finished products for defects, damaged packaging, incorrect labeling, or other quality concerns.
• Remove non-conforming product from the production line and notify the appropriate personnel.
• Maintain a continuous flow of product to prevent production interruptions.
• Safely operate a manual or electric pallet jack to transport finished product, materials, and empty pallets throughout the production area.
• Stage completed product in designated areas for pickup by warehouse personnel.
• Supply empty pallets and other materials to production lines as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Follow all food safety, quality, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Assist with line changeovers, sanitation, and general housekeeping activities as assigned.
• Complete required production and quality documentation accurately.
• Assist other production team members as needed to meet production goals.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED required.

Related Experience: Previous relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Equipment/Software Skills:Ability to operate production equipment safely and effectively.. Ability to read and follow work instructions, SOPs, and production schedules.

• Ability to safely operate a manual or electric pallet jack.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to identify quality concerns and report them promptly.
• Basic math and counting skills.
• Ability to work independently after training.

Additional Information

Physical: Must be able to walk throughout the plant, to include walking and climbing up/downstairs and ladders (portable, fixed). Must have be ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally is required.

Sensory: Must have the appropriate level of sensory acuity (visual, hearing, speaking, smell and touch) to be able to identify and react to normal, abnormal and alarm conditions (chemicals, temperature, etc.)

Mental/Reasoning: Must be able to logically and methodically work through and break down complex problems and processes to enable effective communication with all levels of the organization.

Stratas Foods is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee in any manner prohibited by law, including but not limited to, on the basis of race or color, religion, gender, age, genetic information, national origin/ancestry, mental or physical disability, family status/marital status, military/veteran status, and any other legally protected status.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision-The Employer will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Employer’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)