Prepares cardboard cartons/trays for product packing by folding, taping, sorting, and labeling cartons, securing carton ends together and placing cartons/trays on the work area. Checks to ensure tape guns/taper have sufficient amount of tape. - Visual Inspections of final product packaging for product integrity including, but not limited to bag registration, code dates, prices, bag, and cases for proper seals. Removes out of specifications product and communicates packaging problems. - Fills cartons/displays based on packaging specs. Ensures that products are packaged in cases with appropriate. corresponding labels, if applicable tapes and seals cartons. - Stacks correct number of cartons/trays on pallets/skids using correct stacking pattern. If applicable, utilizes pallet jack to move finished goods weighing up to 300 lbs. - Clears loose product from turntable/area; discards defective bags, boxes, trays; sweeps loose product off the floor. - Assists with product rework according to plant expectations. - Practices and adheres to appropriate Safety and Good Manufacturing Practices guidelines/procedures for safe housekeeping and personal protection. - Keeps work area clean/adheres to 5 S protocols. - Stores packaging room supplies in designated areas. - Keeps work area aisles/exits clear and free from obstructions. - Removes trash from work area floor; keeps turntables/area clean; follows instructions for safe lifting/carrying of various sizes, shapes, and weights. - Performs sanitation tasks as directed (including, but not limited to equipment washes, seasoner cleanings, and wipeouts). - Prepares line for startup and assist with any equipment changeovers, when applicable. - May operate tray making and/or stapling machines. - Required to be Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) certified and use LOTO rules when preforming mandatory cleanings. - Reports any issues to Machine Operators, Coordinator, or Supervisor as appropriate. - Picking defects from product stream. - May perform other duties as required. - Mandatory overtime may be required. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB - Education: High School Diploma or GED is preferred, but not required Experience: 1-year production experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, but not required PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS Sitting: Seldom. Driving: Never Standing: Continuously Walking: Frequently Using hands: Continuously Climbing: Occasionally Squatting/ Kneeling: Occasionally Talking/ Hearing: Continuously Two Handed Carry: Frequently Reaching: Continuously Pushing: Continuously Pulling: Continuously Overhead Work Standing: Occasionally Ladder Climbing: Frequently Repetitive Twisting Standing: Continuously Fine motor Skills/ Manipulation: Continuously Bending: Continuously Vison (Far, Near, Peripheral, and Depth Perception): Continuously Follow Directions and Routines: Frequently Concentrate, Memorize, and Recall: Frequently Analyze Data: Seldom Problem Solving: Seldom Work Independently with Appropriate Judgment: Frequently Read, Write, Comprehend Numbers and Words: Frequently Lift/ Carry/ Push Weight:Up to 10 lbs.: Continuously Up to 25 lbs.: Continuously Up to 50 lbs.: Occasionally. Up to 100 lbs.: Seldom/ Never (must be with assistance) More than 100 lbs.: Seldom/ Never (must be with assistance) WORK ENVIRONMENT - While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:The starting rate for this full-time, hourly position is $18.60 Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401 k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.