What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Associate position at OREGONS WILD HARVEST?
Job Details
Description
Job Summary:
The primary function of this job will require workers to follow all SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) to ensure all products comply with our exceptionally high manufacturing standards and are available to ship as scheduled.
Key Function/Job Responsibilities:
1. Ability to follow all SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures) as indicated below:
a. Bottling/Packaging/Labeling
b. Blending
c. Milling
d. Encapsulating
e. Raw Materials Handling
f. Bulk Packaging and Teas
g. Bulk Capsules
h. Finished Goods
i. Extracts
j. Inspection
2. Ensure no cross-contamination with products
3. Inspect all products during manufacture and packaging while maintaining high-quality standards
4. Inform the Production Supervisor or QC of any and all irregularities or concerns
5. Perform cleaning and sanitation duties according to SOPs; as assigned by management team
6. Treats others with courtesy and respect; understands the value of cooperating with others and teamwork, as well as being able to work independently
7. Understands and follows OWH basic rules, policies and procedures (attendance, safety, business conduct, etc.)
8. Other duties as assigned by management team
Qualifications
Qualifications/Skills:
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Certification: NCRC preferred
Experience: 1 years of experience in a production or similar environment is strongly preferred
Skills:
· Must be dependable, accurate, and possess integrity and commitment to high-quality standards
· Ability to perform introductory math/algebra functions to complete Production paperwork
· Strong communication skills (oral and written)
· Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work collaboratively as a part of a team
Other Requirements:
· Able to manage stress appropriately
· Able to work alone/independently
· US Citizenship or Permanent Resident (Green Card) required
Physical Requirements: Able to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable
accommodation:
· Stand and walk for extended periods of time (8-10 hours/day)
· Perform repetitive tasks/motions
· Distinguish colors
· Hear alarms/normal speaking voice
· Have good manual dexterity
· Have good eye-hand-foot coordination
· Have clarity of vision
· Occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
· Ability to reach above head and shoulders frequently
· Ability to twist at waist frequently
· Ability to lift to 50 lbs frequently
· Ability to lift from floor level up, from waist level up, or above shoulders/head occasionally
· Ability to handle up 100 lbs occasionally, with or without lifting aides
· Ability to move products using hand truck (up to 100 lbs)
· Ability to push/pull pallet jacks containing the product of substantial weight occasionally
· Ability to work in warehouse climate conditions
· Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation
Working Conditions: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided as appropriate.
· Exposure to dust
· Exposure to moving mechanical parts
· Primarily indoors
· Operating heavy equipment
· Exposure to noise (sometimes loud and sustained)
OWH is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse culture that values teamwork, integrity, innovations and an unwavering commitment to our customer.