Description Position at Empire Packing

The positions include but not limited to the following duties:

Complete and comply with mandatory safety training as outlined for the job assignmentComplete and comply with food safety/GMP training as outlined for the job assignment To clean and sanitize machinery and floors in a production line settingResponsible for all basic cleaning in and around assigned area, basic floor pick-up, trash removal, setting up and tearing down floor mats, Set up, stocks, and maintains cleaning equipment and suppliesMonitor and maintains sanitation and organization of assigned areasMay require use of a water hose, squeegee, etc.Stay aware of your surroundings and notify a supervisor if you recognize a hazardPerform other duties as needed or as assignedFunctional Requirements:Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50lbs on occasionAbility to stand, stoop, walk, bend at the waist, and/or crawl for extended periods of time Must use proper personal protective equipment effectivelyWork Conditions:Must be able to work in a very cold, damp environmentProduction and maintenance settingsExposure to various chemicals, machinery, and knivesSlippery floors, cold temperatures

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent certificationAbility to speak, read, and write EnglishGood verbal and written communication skillsBilingual (Spanish) preferred Must be well-organized with good attention to detailDisplay strong work ethic and positive attitudeAdaptable and dependable with ability to follow direction and work cooperation with othersMust maintain a helpful and professional attitude and appearanceAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved, instructions and to deal with problems involving a few different variables.  Strong desire to work hands-on work environmentGood attendance and safety recordsMust be 18 years of age or older

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Activities:
Very active position, requiring standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day.

Hearing:
Must be able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information.

Repetitive Motion:
Must be able to frequently and regularly use wrists, hands, and or fingers.

Visual Abilities:
Acute close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Physical Strength:
Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds throughout the day.

Working conditions:
Must be able to work for long hours in a no-kill food processing environment, where it is wet, damp, and cold. Temperatures are frequently below freezing, and employees are expected to remain in these conditions for most of their work days.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The list of essential functions, other duties, mental and physical demands, requirements and licenses is not meant to be exhaustive. Management reserves the right to revise job descriptions and to require other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job changes. Empire is an equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vets/Disability

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:Local 7 UFCW MembershipUnion Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage;Paid sick leave and paid vacation;401(k);Hourly starting rate of $20.50