PACKING OPERATOR (FULL-TIME)

Job Title: Packing Operator Location: Shirley, MA Employment Type: Full-time Compensation: Starting at \$16.00/hour Position Summary The purpose of this position is to operate scales and package sealing equipment and palletize finished cases in accordance with customer specifications. Duties and Responsibilities - Manage the flow of harvested lettuce through the conveyor belts and scales. - Place cartons and lids onto conveyor belts while keeping pace with the machinery. - Ensure labeling and date code correspond with lettuce being harvested for the shift. - Read scales and check case weights according to customer specifications. - Manually package sealed cartons into corrugated cases. - Maintain a flow of corrugated cases to the next stage in the packaging process. - Stack finished corrugated cases onto wooden pallets. - Lift and carry up to 30 lbs. safely. - Troubleshoot mechanical issues and assist Maintenance in identifying problems. - Work in teams to ensure that the conveyor system does not back up and become jammed with product. - Rotate to different positions during the shift. - Determine if product meets proper specifications and take corrective action as needed. - Manage time efficiently to meet goals while consistently producing quality products. - Perform sanitation and cleanup of all processing areas throughout the day. - Enter RedZone data and attend daily huddles. - Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP and HACCP guidelines, maintain sanitary conditions, and ensure product quality is maintained. - Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality, or personnel safety. - Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that supports good relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and management. - Performs other duties as assigned. Additional Compensation - Employees who complete 90 days of successful employment in this position will receive a \$0.50 increase. Required Education, Experience & Skills - High School Diploma or GED. - Ability to work in refrigerated environments for 8+ hour work periods. - Ability to perform a monotonous task with efficiency over 8+ hour work periods without losing quality. Preferred Education, Experience & Skills - 1+ year working in a fast-paced environment. - Prior agriculture or greenhouse experience is highly desirable. - Must work well in a group and independently; demonstrate self-motivation and initiative. - Must be able to adapt quickly to changes in policy, procedure, and technique. - Ability to listen well and communicate effectively with various audiences, especially direct supervisors and co-workers. - Ability to follow basic instructions and take constructive criticism from managers while maintaining quality standards and production goals.