Job Description
Job Description
The Palletizer works under limited supervision following prescribed procedures in the packing plant/cooler putting filled cases of eggs of various sizes onto the appropriate pallets. The Palletizer position is of high importance in maintaining the Food Safety and Food Quality of all eggs that we produce and sell.
JOB RESPONSIBILTIES:
• Communicate with the set-up person on the correct orders to be run and their correct amounts.
• When palletizing the cases check to see if they are correctly stamped, dated and closed.
• When stacking the cases, make sure they are placed on the pallet correctly. Stamps and stickers should face to the outside.
• When the pallets are full move the product into their proper location and label correctly.
• Know the correct Julian dates and code to stamp on the cases.
• Make sure all labels are accurate.
• Know how to obtain correct labels and know how to properly scan them into inventory
• Know where product is to be placed in the cooler.
• Know what we are packing and how many of each we need.
• Use only unbroken pallets.
• Keep work area clean.
• Check tape level and taper operation on a frequent basis.
• Place a piece of cardboard on the bottom of every pallet. Additionally, place a piece on the second row of half cases.
• Stack all cases straight and square.
• Watch line production to know when to start rapping carts
• Know proper wrapping technique and labeling requirements for carts
• Put carts away in correct areas, consolidate rows as needed
• Properly mark rows with product from different Julian dates.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Must be able to use a pallet jack
• Very good observation skills
• Ability to work in a close teamwork environment
• Maintains positive, can-do attitude
• Ability to maintain a fast pace while handling a fragile product
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. repeatedly for long periods of time.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Able to tolerate noise levels typical of a processing plant.
• Must be able to work in an environment that is kept at 40-45 degrees.
We offer a number of great benefits including:
• Competitive wages
• Flexible Schedules
• Overtime
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
And a healthy, stable work environment where team members are able to develop both personally and professionally.