Production Technician I - 2nd Shift

Dole Packaged Foods; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dole Packaged Foods is seeking a production team member to support safe production and quality of Frozen Fruit. You will operate, maintain and sanitize packaging equipment, while complying with GMPs, safety rules, and company policies.

The role involves lifting and moving frozen fruit boxes, adhering to SOPs, and working across production areas with potential for overtime, weekends, and varying shifts to meet daily targets.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and interpret box markings, labels, schedules, safety rules, GMPs and general instructions.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Previous operating experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a high paced environment.
• Reliable attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Ability to operate manual and motorized pallet jack and walkie stacker.

Responsibilities

• Follow all Safety Rules and GMPs.
• Follow SOPs for operation of equipment used.
• Maintain safe working conditions and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Produce high quality products in a safe and healthful manner.
• Meet or exceed performance metrics including efficiency, production, downtime.
• Work in all areas of production and packaging and operate equipment.
• Perform essential functions as a team member.
• Handle production tasks including lifting, stacking, dumping, pushing and pulling of frozen fruit boxes.
• Work any shift, overtime, weekends and holidays.

Skills

Read/write instructions

Verbal and written communication

Manufacturing knowledge

Previous operating experience

High paced environment

Reliable attendance

Pallet jack & walkie stacker

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dole Packaged Foods is a purpose led health and wellness organization that “champions a more equitable world.” A world where everyone has the right to nutrition from the goodness of the earth and we reduce these gaps, one action at a time.

Primary Purpose Of Position

Under close supervision responsible for the safe production and quality of Frozen Fruit through the operation, maintenance and sanitation of food production and packaging equipment. May perform the following tasks including lifting, stacking, dumping, pushing and pulling of frozen fruit boxes. Adhere to all GMP, HACCP, safety, regulatory, and company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)
• Follow all SOP’s (standard operating procedures) for the operation of the equipment used
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues.
• Produce high quality products in a safe and healthful manner
• Meet or exceed performance metrics including efficiency, production, downtime
• Work in all areas of production and packaging, as assigned, which includes operating, being in close proximity to and crossing over or under machinery.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job and perform as a member of a team
• Will perform a variety of production tasks: including lifting, stacking, dumping, pushing and pulling of frozen fruit boxes.
• Must be able to work any shift, overtime, weekends and/or holidays
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Complete routine documentation associated with the manufacture of product
• Ability to identify visual defects and make correction as needed, and identify and distinguish between colors
• Must be able to work in areas of varying temperatures
• Regular attendance
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a compliant and ethical manner and in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local laws as well as company policies and procedures
• Must be able to follow the Dole Packaged Foods Code of Conduct
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to read, write and interpret documents such as box markings, labels, schedules, safety rules, GMP’s and general instructions.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of manufacturing process and equipment
• Previous operating experience preferred
• Ability to work in a high paced environment
• Reliable attendance is an essential function of the job
• Ability to operate manual and motorized pallet jack and walkie stacker

Educational Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to pass job specific Physical Ability Test (PAT)
• Must be able to stand for 8+ hours on concrete and/or metal grating.
• Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 60 lbs. on frequent basis.
• Must be able to bend/stoop/squat/twist, kneel and turn throughout workday for varying lengths of time.
• Must be able to reach with hands and arms below shoulder level to above shoulder level
• Must be able to work in temperatures ranging from 40-47 degrees Fahrenheit
• Must be able to squat and/or kneel and to bend on frequent basis
• Must be able to climb stairs
• Requires climbing, standing, walking, squatting, kneeling, lifting and other physical movements to perform job.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus

Employment is contingent upon drug screen, background verification and skills test required for some positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.