Second Shift- Packer/General Labor

Michael Foods; Lansing (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Foods, Inc. in Lansing, IL, is seeking a production worker to perform general duties in the egg processing department. The role involves inspecting products, labeling, packaging, and supporting line operations to maintain efficiency.

Candidates should be able to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, follow GMPs and SOPs, and work weekends or overtime as needed. Prior manufacturing experience and basic math skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
• Able to use computer touch screens to start and stop lines as needed.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a company pallet jack license.
• Ability to read a limited number of two-and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers.
• Capable to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in oral form.
• Demonstrates the ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships and work effectively with others to complete work assignments.
• Able to safely lift and carry 50lbs.
• Able to work independently or with others in a team environment depending upon the assignment.
• Self-motivated while also willing to ask questions and seek direction.
• Displays responsible behavior at work.
• Open to change.
• Ability to work in cold, wet, noisy, dusty and humid environments.
• Ability to work around required cleaning solutions.
• Possesses good hand-eye coordination.
• Able to stand on hard surface most of the shift, ascend and descend stairs, bend, stoop or crouch, grasp and reach.

Responsibilities

• Inspect egg quality and remove broken eggs.
• Label boxes correctly.
• Read dates and item numbers.
• Ensure bags/pails are sealed and clean.
• Stack CHEX onto pallets.
• Supply material to Top Lidder machine.
• Load material into case erector.
• Maintain a clean production area.
• Follow SOPs, GMPs, hygiene rules.
• Report safety/quality concerns to management.
• Follow safety policies.
• Ability to work weekends/holidays/overtime.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing exp

Touchscreen control

Pallet jack license

Reading words

Interpersonal skills

Basic arithmetic

Team player

Lift 50lbs

Safety awareness

Cold environment

Education

Less than high school education

Job description

Business Unit Overview

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food.

Location Description

Our plant, located in Lansing, IL, pasteurizes raw eggs to remove harmful bacteria for a more safe product to the foodservice industry.

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs rotation of all general production and labor duties in the department. This position is responsible for inspecting product and packaging. Position helps ensure correct packaging, counts and labels.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Inspect/Check the quality of eggs. Removes broken eggs.
• Places proper labels on boxes
• Understands dates, expiration and item numbers.
• Ensures that bags and pails are properly sealed and clean.
• Stacks flats of CHEX product onto the proper pallet.
• Supply material to Top Lidder machine
• Load material into case erector
• Helps keep production area clean.
• Follows proper SOP’s (Standard Operation Procedures)
• Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
• Able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE REQUIRED

Less than high school education.

Preferred Education, Expereince And Skills

• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
• Able to use computer touch screens to start and stop lines as needed.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a company pallet jack license. Experience with pallet jack preferred.
• Ability to read a limited number of two-and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers.
• Capability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in oral form.
• Demonstrates the ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships and work effectively with others to complete work assignments.
• Able to safely lift and carry 50lbs.
• Able to work independently or with others in a team environment depending upon the assignment.
• Self-motivated while also willing to ask questions and seek direction.
• Displays responsible behavior at work.
• Open to change.
• Ability to work in cold, wet, noisy, dusty and humid environments.
• Ability to work around required cleaning solutions.
• Possesses good hand-eye coordination.
• Able to stand on hard surface most of the shift, ascend and descend stairs, bend, stoop or crouch, grasp and reach.

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The pay range for this position is $16.30 to $18.10 per hour.