Pouching Operator - 2nd Shift

Quaker Oats, part of PepsiCo, is looking for a Pouching Operator to work in our fast-paced 24-hour operating manufacturing environment.

A Pouching Operator operates and troubleshoots product line machinery/equipment and computers, performs manual labor on production lines and maintains operations at optimum quality and quantity levels which minimizes manufacturing expense and performs repairs as necessary. As a full-time team member, you would work 40 hours per week and overtime may be required to meet business needs.

Quaker is a progressive employer, utilizing high perform work systems focused on driving results through organization development. We are looking for engaged individuals that will be dedicated to safety and teamwork. It takes teamwork for a facility to run smoothly, so you can expect to work weekends and holidays with the rest of the team. We also offer unbeatable benefits including health insurance, dental and vision, retirement savings benefits including 401(k) with company contribution, vacation days and much more.

Job Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):

• Setting up and operating assigned pouching machines and statistical weigher, in order to pack the optimum number of quality packages of product

• Setting up and operating equipment and completing product changeovers

• Operating soup/pouching machines and PIT’s in accordance with established safety, quality, and operation procedures and guidelines

• Responsible for ingredient handling and pulling

• Knowledge and demonstration of Kosher handling, measuring, sealing, and storing requirements

• Performing sanitation duties on machinery to ensure safety and health compliance; keeps assigned machines and area clean and safe

• Conducts and completes quality, inventory, production tests, scans, records and reports timely and accurately

• Uses computer to enter in data, complete reports, and enter in work orders

• Troubleshooting maintenance problems and performing adjustments and minor repairs

• May perform other related duties as necessary to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a general knowledge of PC’s, excellent communication, interpersonal, training, teaming, and problem-solving skills
• Must have basic math, analytical and technical skills.
• Must work effectively in a team environment which requires continued development of new skills, continued drive for productivity and process improvements, self-direction, and the ability to communicate at all levels
• Must be able to work any shift in any department, including an alternative 12-hour work schedule, weekends, and holidays.
• Regular predictive attendance is required.
• Must be able to work over 40 hours a week.
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of working in a manufacturing environment including, but not limited to, excessive heat, dust, and noise
• Must have the ability to lift moderately heavy weights (up to 50 pounds)
• Must be willing to comply with grooming/sanitation requirements

Join the 2,500 Quaker associates that work hard to bring you the snacks you love by submitting your application today.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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