Palletizer

Saputo Inc.•South Gate, CA

3d•$23•Onsite

About The Position

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best? JOB DESCRIPTION At Saputo, we make contributions that matter every day. We're a growing team of dedicated and passionate people around the world with a longstanding history of excellence. Each of our employees bring their best every day and together we create high-quality products our customers and consumers enjoy. Position Anticipated 18–24-month position, eligible to earn a quarterly bonus and severance package. To learn more visit us at http://www.saputo.com/careers

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
Minimum of (1)-one year of demonstrated work experience in food manufacturing, dairy food manufacturing experience preferred.
Strong math skills.
Proficient computer skills, software and data entry, SAP a plus.
Strong technical skills, ability to operate and understand equipment controls, touch panels and mechanical operations.
Ability to obtain a forklift certification, classes I-V to include pallet trucks.
Successful completion of drug screen and background check.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated work history.
Good attendance is a must.
Ability to work in manufacturing environment which includes but not limited to: noise, changing temperatures (hot, wet, cold, humid), standing/walking/bending/stooping/climbing stairs, maneuvering around manufacturing equipment consistently throughout the shift.
Working with chemicals, wearing personal protective equipment and following approved chemical handling procedures.
Physical lifting up to 50-lbs frequently throughout the shift unassisted.
Good visual acuity with the ability to distinguish colors.
Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), to include bump cap, hearing and eye protection.
Shift flexibility. This is a hands-on role for a 24/7 manufacturing facility. Our equipment operators are assigned to a shift, in support of a 24/7 manufacturing operation. This can either be rotating AM/PM, days, swing or night shift and also includes working weekends.
Work days and shifts may change to help cover vacations/absences, during plant downtime or related events such as audits.

Nice To Haves

Advanced quality/food safety training and/or certifications is a plus, but not required.
A working understanding of food manufacturing acronyms (SQF, HACCP, SOP, 5S, GMP)
This also include additional PPE requirements as defined for the position activities.

Responsibilities

Safe and efficient operation of production equipment to include: Automated case packing and palletizing equipment.
Perform physical product hand-stacking (palletizing) operations in accordance with defined product pallet patterns.
Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOP’s) in detail without deviation.
Generate pallet identification labels in accordance to the production run schedule and customer specifications. This includes the verification of case quantity, product, product ID and production dates.
Accurate data entry into ERP system (SAP).
Validate product codes in accordance with code specifications.
Verify and record accurate product case quantities.
Identify and effectively communicate any out-of-specification product conditions. Follow the established notification protocol.
Safe and efficient operation of a lift truck and pallet jack.
Transfer product from the product palletizing operations to the finished goods warehouse.
Effective coordination with the packaging and warehouse operation teams to ensure finished good inventory accuracy.
Perform routine equipment adjustments.
Accurately and neatly complete production records and documents.
Perform equipment change-overs, clean-up operations and equipment set-up.
Cross train with other positions.
Perform environmental controls.
Perform product reclaim and rework operations in accordance with reclaim guidelines.
Support internal and external audits.
Follow all established occupational health and safety procedures.
Follow all established GMP’s and Food Safety requirements.
Cross-train with other departments.
Perform good housekeeping within established housekeeping guidelines.
Comply with federal, state and local dairy food regulations.
Adhere to the Saputo Code of Ethics, actively apply the Saputo Company Values and Workplace Climate Policy.
Work together with co-workers and other department personnel.
Other duties as required by management.