Job in a Nutshell
The Bulk Packaging Operator is responsible for packaging of bulk foods and spices at the Natural Grocers Distribution Center in Golden. This position performs daily setup and operation of mechanical and electrical packaging equipment, including scales, baggers, labelers, metal detectors, and case sealers. The Packaging Operator must be able to work at a steady pace for 10-hour shifts, standing for 90% of the time. This position packs and labels products accurately and efficiently and completes necessary production logs. This position works under FSMA guidelines.
ResponsibilitiesMain Ingredients
Daily setup and breakdown of production equipment and workstations with necessary packaging materials, tools, and GMP itemsPrep and weigh product for individual finished container sizesPack products to accurate weights at an acceptable pace by operating semi-automated scales and baggers; some manual packaging requiredAssess quality of product being packed; communicate non-conformances to Lead or QAUse automated bagging equipment to seal individual bags; ensure adequate sealsOperate packaging equipment; includes troubleshooting and making adjustments in accordance with established work standards; operate touch screen to program code dates, product weights, speeds, and other relevant information Label product accurately and efficientlyAccurately pack finished bags into boxes or trays; operate case sealing and coding machinesManually palletize products according to specificationsProvide backup relief in the absence of machine operators in herb/spice roomMaintain standard efficiency and accuracy of equipment and manual tasksComplete necessary production forms with accurate informationKeep a sanitary work environment throughout the shiftFollow production schedule; understand run sequence and cleaning requirementsPerform required cleaning including washing, sanitizing, sweeping & mopping area dailyFollow all GMP’s, SSOP’s, Organic, Allergen, and HACCP standards
Although this is a general outline of job responsibilities all employees are expected to be “hands on” and do whatever it takes to get the job done and make the company thrive.
QualificationsRecipe for Success:
Minimum 1 -year recent experience in operating food production machinery preferred Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions as providedBasic computer skills required, working knowledge of production systemsMust have good attention to detail; accuracy and thoroughness is a mustAbility to work with others in a fast-paced team environmentAbility to rotate through all workstations in the processing areaMust work 40 hours per week and be available for overtime as neededMust be reliable and on time every dayMechanical aptitude/skills preferredAble to assist in other departments as needed
This job description is not an employment contract. It does not guarantee a job or that the above listed duties are the limit of responsibilities. The job and job description are subject to change with and without notice. Employees are required to accomplish any and all tasks assigned to him/her by their Manager and/or other Store Support Center manager that might not be listed in this job description.
Here’s an overview of the benefits we offer our good4u Crew to help ensure the health and wellbeing of you and your family, now and well into the future:
All Crew Members
Birthday Bonus Pay Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually) Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores ClosedPaid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure Paid Nutrition Education good4u Crew Member Discount {N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program) Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases Advancement Opportunities and Career Development Health and Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Referral Program
Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week)
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Paid Parental Leave Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance) Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance Company Paid Life Insurance Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company MatchDiversity Statement
At the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is this belief: All people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing! We cannot be true to this conviction without honoring diversity and cultivating inclusion throughout every aspect of our organization.
At Natural Grocers, we honor our differences, embrace diversity, and cultivate inclusion because both individual and societal health are rooted in these principles. Our Crew is diverse not only in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and age but also in cultural backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas. Celebrating our diversity refreshes, expands, and shapes our perspective, energizing our mission of equitable access to health and wellness for all. We welcome everyone who would like to join us in this mission, with gratitude for the unique life experience each person brings to the table. We’re committed to nurturing an ecosystem of diversity and inclusion in which our Crew can continue to thrive.
Physical Capabilities and Environmental Demands:
Physical and Environmental Demands:
N = Never
O = Occasional; 1-33% of time
F = Frequent; 34-66% of time
C = Constant; 67-100% of time
Physical Requirements:
Must have the ability to occasionally lift or carry up to 50 lbs.
Must have the ability to occasionally push or pull up to 30 lbs.
Must be able to constantly use the computer for data entry and use of mouse.
Must be able to constantly sit, use fine motor manipulations, and reach outward for the duration of the work shift.
Must be able to frequently grip, bend, twist, and turn.
Must be able to occasionally walk, stand, squat, kneel, and reach above chest as needed.
Environmental Requirements:
Must be able to work occasionally with cold, heat, sharp tools and equipment, noise, contact stress, dust, fumes, and congested worksite.
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