Production Associate - NJ

Title: Production Associate-NJ Department: Production Reports to: Manufacturing Manager Position SummaryAssembles orders and prepares goods for shipment. Determines the best methods for packing each item to prevent damage and minimize costs. Records shipment data, including weight, lot codes, and number of pieces/pallets. Maintains knowledge of HazMat labeling requirements and ensures that all HazMat products are handled to meet standards. Receives and unpacks materials and supplies. Reports damages and discrepancies for accounting, reimbursement, and record-keeping purposes. Verifies and maintains records on incoming and outgoing shipments. Arranges for outgoing transportation as needed. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within the shipping and receiving field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.Cross trains into the Packaging function. Works under general supervision. Essential Job Functions

• Fill customer orders efficiently and accurately according to the standard operating procedure, including retrieving the product, packaging, verifying appropriate paperwork, labeling, quantity, and product, and inserting the appropriate information in the system to complete the order.
• Maintain knowledge of HazMat labeling and paperwork requirements and ensure that each order is packed, labeled, and shipped in accordance with those requirements.
• Verify label accuracy and apply labels to the correct product and shipping container/pallet.
• Lift finished products and packed items, manually or using hoists.
• Use manual and electric pallet jack and pallet shrink wrap machine as needed.
• Move raw materials and stocked product to appropriate shelves when production and QA testing is complete.
• Receive trucks, unload, and check in merchandise, verifying against packing slips. May provide raw material sample to QA for testing, as necessary.
• Maintain clean/safe work areas, machines, equipment, and product packaging according to safety and SQF standards (proper GMP’s and sanitary procedures).
• Assist with inventory process when scheduled.
• Assist in packaging as instructed.
• Maintain and organize adequate shipping supplies, including box materials.
• Ensure machinery is serviced and functional.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum requirementsEducation: High school diploma (or GED) or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Work Experience: 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Shipping & Receiving experience preferred
Industry Knowledge: Knowledge of flavor industry preferred
Winning Behaviors, Competencies, and Skills

• Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Adaptability – Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
• Autonomy – Ability to work independently
• Communication, Oral – Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Energetic – Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.
• Ethical – Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Initiative – Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
• Interpersonal – Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
• Organized – Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Reliability – The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Safety Awareness – Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Time Management – Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

Personality and Communication (soft skills):

• Must possess strong work ethic, high character and be passionate about serving others.
• Ability to multi-task and perform accurately in stressful situations is ideal.
• Attention to detail is critical.
• Strong interpersonal skills are necessary as this position involves intense teamwork.

Hard skills:

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Must be able to lift up to 100 lb. on an occasional basis.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lb on regular basis
• Must be capable of completing training in:
  • Safety & HAZCOM
  • Forklift Training
  • GMP Training
  • Knife Policy Training
  • BioSecurity and Food Defense Training
  • Any other training needs that arise

DisclaimerThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.