1st Shift - Seamer Operator Line

Job Title

Seamer

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Job Code: 13100

This position is responsible for operating the filler/seamer. The machine fills empty cans with tomato product and places the end on the can. The operator is responsible for all quality attributes of this process. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management.

• Operate the filler / seamer at maximum efficiency
• Understand greasing of the machine
• Communicate effectively with the Quality Assurance technician assigned to the line
• Record all downtime on report
• Verify correct temperature on filler bowl Taylor chart each hour
• Record shift efficiency on the production board
• Calculate hourly efficiency and record on report
• Inspect a sample can for defects each hour and verify correct can code
• Transfer end tickets to the utility or general labor so they can take to the Depalletizer operator
• Be able to startup and shutdown / clean the filler / seamer
• Keep area neat and clean
• Inspect all lids before placing them in the magazine and report the number of dirty or damaged ends to your supervisor
• Adhere to all Red Gold policies, rules and regulations, including GMPs and safety
• Work as a team player with members of the crew and others in the plant

• High School Diploma, General Educational Development Diploma (GED) or equivalent experience
• Must be able to understand and carry out instructions while performing manual labor related tasks
• Must be able to successfully use basic math and writing skills necessary to complete the required paperwork

• Good Communication Skills
• Accurate
• Detail oriented
• Able to handle pressure
• Able to work well with others
• Multi-task oriented
• On-the-job training regarding the operating equipment, work processes, quality standards, and safety procedures related to the position

Direct: None

Indirect: None

* Standing - to complete most tasks

* Walking

* Climbing - to get to parts department, when using ladder, on equipment

* Reaching - to perform activities, to get tools out of toolbox

* Kneeling - to perform work activities at low levels

* Crawling - to perform work activities under equipment

* Squatting

* Bending/stooping - to pick up tools or parts, to perform work tasks at lower levels or inside a machine

* Twisting - to perform work activities

• Grasping/handling - using tools, manipulating parts

* Lifting reams of lids from pallet, 14 pounds

* Carrying reams of lids to seamer, 14 pounds

* Pulling trash to dumpster, minimal force required to push cart

* Lift trash can to put trash into dumpster, minimal force required to push cart

* Pushing cart to baler, minimal force required to push bin

• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders
• Must be able to operate basic electrical switches
• Must be able to occasionally handle wood pallets and end sleeves (up to 80 pounds)
• Must be able to place lids into the magazine fast enough to avoid running out and shutting down the line
• Able to work a flexible work schedule

• Ethics / Integrity / Trust
• Attitude and Commitment
• Diversity
• Customer Service
• Company Engagement
• Quality
• Cost Consciousness

* Responsible for monitoring, record keeping and taking appropriate actions for specific Food Safety Plan and Food Quality Plan and pre-requisite program requirements.

* Responsible to report food safety and quality issues to management.

Thought Provoking - Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
Team Player - Works well as a member of a group
Loyal - Shows firm and constant support to a cause
Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Innovative - Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Functional Expert - Considered a thought leader on a subject
Enthusiastic - Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Dedicated - Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Work-Life Balance - Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
Job Security - Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
Peer Recognition - Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers
Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help
Growth Opportunities - Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Financial - Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement
Goal Completion - Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Flexibility - Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Entrepreneurial Spirit - Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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