Youth Apprenticeship Packager

Agropur Cooperative; United States; Presencial; USD 16.531.000 - 24.797.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Agropur Cooperative is seeking a Cheese Packager I for a seasonal, fixed-term role in the United States. You will package cheese products safely, ensure proper labeling and dates, and pass required paperwork to supervision.

The job requires adherence to GMP and safe work practices and rotates duties within the department. No prior experience is required as in-house training will be provided; dairy/manufacturing background is a plus.

Formación

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent; in-house training provided.
• No prior experience required; dairy/manufacturing experience preferred.
• Familiarity with GMP/GLP/HACCP practices beneficial.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain knowledge of the cheese production process and ensure packaging uses correct bag, box, label, date, vat number and required information.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed and passed to the Production Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Assist quality assurance tests such as scale checks and metal detector checks.
• Collaborate with the packaging team to sanitize equipment and conveyors.
• Assist maintenance with preventative maintenance for packaging equipment.
• Help coordinate cooler organization and keep the cooler in good condition.

Conocimientos

Procedure adherence

Attention to detail

Basic math

Computer literacy

Documentation

Teamwork

Organization

Safety awareness

Educación

High School Diploma

Descripción del empleo

Job Type: Seasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

The Cheese Packager I is responsible for packaging cheese products in a safe and efficient manner; ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and safe work practices. Cheese Packagers rotate duties within the department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain a general knowledge of the cheese production process and procedures. Ensure that all products are packaged in the proper bag, proper box, and proper label with the proper manufacturing date, vat number and any other necessary information. Ensure that all necessary paperwork is completed and passed on to the Production Supervisor properly and timely. Facilitate quality assurance tests such as scale checks and metal detector checks. Work with the packaging team to ensure proper sanitation of all packaging room equipment and conveyors. Work with the maintenance team to facilitate necessary preventative maintenance of packaging equipment. Assist in coordinating cooler organization and maintaining the cooler in good condition.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices. Safety Protocol Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures. Correct or report any observed safety hazards. Support safety policies and programs. This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

Qualifications:

Education Required:

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience Required:

No experience required; in-house training provided. Experience in a dairy or manufacturing environment preferred.

Certification/Licensure Required:

None

Skills Required:

• Ability to read, understand, and adhere to documents and procedures (GLP, SOP, SDS, GMP, test procedures, and HACCP).
• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information.
• Ability to follow written, verbal and diagrammatic instructions; complete simple checklists and complete required documentation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicate well both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills.
• Decisions administered soundly and consistently with policies and in compliance with appropriate laws and regulations.
• Demonstrate functional and technical knowledge, ability to learn new skills quickly, and achieve a high level of accomplishment.
• Ability to solve problems by adapting knowledge and experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.
• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.

AA/EEO – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

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