1st Shift Production Operator at Dr. Praeger's Sensible Foods Inc – ELMWOOD PARK, New Jersey

Production Operator

Dr. Praegers was founded in 1994 with the mission to bring delicious frozen food to everyone. Its not every day that two heart surgeons get into the food business, but over 20 years ago thats exactly what our dads did. Motivated by what they saw in their practice, our parents set out on a mission to encourage sensible eating. They knew ingredients had to be nutritious and simple, that everything had to be delicious, and that their products needed to be super simple to make. While the world has changed since our little family business first got started, our focus remains true to our dads vision and we work every day to make them proud. To learn more visit: drpraegers.com

Kliklok, Patty press, Do Boy, Glue machine, Inkjet, Tape sealers, X-ray, Tray former.

Machine set up and break down as needed.

Use correct change parts and set up line conveyors.

Machines and the area must be kept clean, including catch pans and covers.

Report issues of equipment failure to the appropriate department head (i.e., supervisor/maintenance), quickly identify these problems, and find ways to resolve them, so as to minimize downtime and daily goals without compromising the safety and quality of the product.

Ensure that all members of Dr. Praegers team are following company policies and that SAFTY and QUALITY regulations are being enforced to be our #1 priority.

Ensure that GMP requirements by all workers are followed.

Inspect the product to determine that the quality of the product meets QA standards and report any issues to the supervisor /and Manager.

Complete and submit all required production documentation in compliance with GMP and verify the accuracy of all information.

Maintain sanitary machines, equipment, and conveyors.

Maintain cleanliness of the workstation by sweeping, using a squeegee, and ensuring trash cans are emptied; dispose waste in designated bins including bad product, cardboard, and plastic.

Perform equipment cleaning when it becomes contaminated or are excessively dirty; during changeovers or following quality issues or maintenance repairs to maintain production standards.

Ensure the work area remains organized and free of hazards by regularly discarding waste materials and keeping the environment safe and sanitary.

Ability to lift and carry at least 50 lbs.

Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods of time and frequently push, pull, bend, and reach

Strong communication skills

Ability to read scale and log unit of measure

General mathematical skills required

Ability to work in a team environment.

Ability to read and write in English, Bilingual (preferred)

Vision: color, depth, and peripheral

Must be able to Operate an (Electric Pallet Jack) Safely and properly.

Disclaimer: Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodation will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Dr. Praeger's Sensible Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.