Palletizer in Clarence, New York at Kreher Family Farms

JOB RESPONSIBILTIES

Strategic and tactical work for which this position is accountable:

The main objective of the Palletizer’s work is to:

• Communicate with the middle person on the correct orders to be run and their correct amounts.
• When palletizing the cases check to see if they are correctly stamped, dated and closed.
• When stacking the cases, make sure they are placed on the pallet correctly. Stamps and stickers should face to the outside.
• When the pallets are full move the product into their proper location and label correctly.
• Know the correct dates and code to stamp on the cases.
• Make sure all daters and stickers are accurate.
• Know where product is to be placed in the cooler.
• Know what we are packing and how many of each we need. Number each pallet consecutively – mark run # on bottom of case of each pallet.
• Use only unbroken pallets.
• Make sure orders are counted out. Be sure some cases are “taped off” to signify the order is counted.
• Keep work area clean.
• Check tape level and taper operation on a frequent basis.
• Place a piece of cardboard on the bottom of every pallet. Additionally, place a piece on the third row of half cases and the fourth row of EB’s.

• Stack all cases straight and square.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Capabilities and traits essential to perform satisfactorily

• Must be able to use a pallet jack
• Very good observation skills
• Ability to work in a close teamwork environment
• Maintains positive, can-do attitude
• Ability to maintain a fast pace while handling a fragile product

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. repeatedly for long periods of time.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Able to tolerate noise levels typical of a processing plant.
• Must be able to work in an environment that is kept at 40-45 degrees.