Packer/Food Production Worker

GA Foods is seeking a Packer/Food Production Worker. The individual in this role will be responsible for packing components as directed by Supervisors, including but not limited to packing meals, moving and lifting boxes and more.

Responsibilities

• Primary job duties are performed by hand packing components, grasping, folding, stocking, pressing, and lifting.
• Boxing, lifting, and stocking items in a clean and organized manner.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (food safety) guidelines and hygiene practices, including wearing proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintaining a clean work area.
• Operate all equipment in a safe and timely manner (process is primarily manual with machine assistance), ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
• Inspect the product at all stages to ensure customer requirements, quality standards, and food safety regulations are met.
• Participate in equipment and area cleaning in accordance with sanitation schedules and regulatory standards.
• Participate in training programs to stay updated on food safety practices, packaging techniques, and any new equipment or processes.
• Work closely with team members to meet daily production goals, ensuring that all products are packed in an efficient and timely manner.
• Report any safety concerns, equipment malfunctions, or product defects to supervisors immediately.
• Assist in preparing production materials and supplies for future batches, ensuring the work area remains stocked and organized.
• Assist with maintaining accurate production logs, including details of quantity packed, product type, and any deviations from standard procedures.
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal food safety regulations and company-specific policies.
• Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

• Meet the schedule requirements
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work well with others in a team atmosphere
• Must be able to read, write, and understand instructions, warnings, labels, and postings in English effectively
• Must be willing to participate in all tasks needed to get the job done - including end-of-shift clean-up/sanitation

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. on a regular basis throughout the shift
• Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as machine operation, etc) most of the workday
• Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves, but is not limited to: food debris, odors, constant equipment noise, temperature extremes, wet areas/water, or similar elements most of the workday
• Must be able to stand, walk, climb, reach, lift, carry, pull, push, grasp, stoop, squat, bend and stretch as needed throughout the shift
• Ability to perform repetitive motion tasks - primarily manual tasks - in a standing position for the entire shift.

Amount of Time

• Under 1/3: Walk, Talk or hear;
• Over 2/3: See, Stand, Use hands to finger/handle/feel, Reach with hands and arms; Weight.

Lifting/Exertion

• Under 1/3: Up to 25 lbs.,
• Over 2/3: Up to 10 lbs.

Equal Opportunity Statement

At GA Foods, we are deeply committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. It is our policy that all employment decisions are made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetics, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law.

We base all employment decisions on merit, qualifications to perform the essential job functions (with or without reasonable accommodations), and business needs.

GA Foods also provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

GA Food Services of Pinellas County, LLC (GA Foods) is proud to be a Drug-Free, Smoke-Free Workplace and an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.