OVERVIEW Performs duties to support the flow of product down the production line in multiple work centers, ensuring a quality product (as defined by Peterson Farms quality standards) is shipped to the customer per product orders and other customer and company requirements. RESPONSIBILITIES AND RESULTS • Distributes bags of product evenly on conveyor belt in preparation for bulk packaging. • Verifies bags of product are sealed, contain appropriate air pressure and are accurately date coded for shipment to customer. Make appropriate notifications if bagged and/or boxed product is out of specifications or equipment is not functioning properly. • Ensures product is packet in the appropriate box based on customer requirements. • Reports carton defects to appropriate individual(s). • Ensures boxed product are correctly sealed, accurately date coded, and properly marked after passing through printer. Changes tape on box machine as necessary to ensure continuous flow of product. • Counts and records bags of product that pass through the pick packer operation. Tracks and records quantities of all commodities processed through the plant during shift. • Sort product as it crosses over the sorting belt, removing all defective product as defined by company quality standards. • Report any material/product inconsistencies per company quality standards. • Rotates through multiple work centers and provides breaks to other members on the team to ensure continuous flow of product through the plant. • Works within and maintains specified quality standards to ensure a quality product is shipped to all customers. Makes appropriate notifications when quality standards are out of specification to ensure timely corrective actions are implemented. • Communicates with various levels of the organization (supervisors, quality technicians, quality managers) to ensure a quality product is being produced in the most efficient, safe manner. • Maintains safety and cleanliness of work area by performing various housekeeping duties, including following Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Plant rules. • May be involved in continuous improvement efforts. • Completes appropriate paperwork. • Meets daily production requirements. • All other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Education • High school graduate or equivalent preferred Work Experience • One year manufacturing experience desirable Skills and Knowledge • Ability to read, interpret and follow written job instructions. • Ability to follow and comply with quality standards. • Ability to comprehend and comply with GMP rules and Food Safety guidelines. • May be required to obtain and maintain valid hi-lo license. • Ability to work as contributing member within the team. • Ability to frequently lift/move material weighing up to 50 pounds. • Ability to operate a PC (keyboard/mouse). Supervisory Responsibilities • None