Packaging Assistant

ARE YOU SEEKING STABILITY?? YEAR ROUND WORK?? GREAT GROUP OF CO-WORKERS?? PASTA MONTANA HAS A PROMOTE FROM WITHIN CULTURE ~ FIRM BELIEVERS IF WE MAKE OUR EMPLOYEES BETTER, IT MAKE US A BETTER COMPANY!!! :)

If you enjoy food manufacturing and you want to PACK the world's finest pasta, come apply to be part of our team as a Packaging Assistant!! $18.57 per hour plus benefits!!

EMPLOYEE MEDICAL INSURANCE is paid by Pasta Montana.

The Packaging Assistant is responsible for assisting in the successful completion of the packaging portion of the production schedule and identifying quality deficiencies and taking action to correct them.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Packages product following all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). 2. Fulfills packaging schedule in a safe and orderly manner. 3. Maintains an accurate pack count in every case. 4. Ensures that cases are properly taped. 5. Maintains good housekeeping principles at all times and maintains an organized and neat work area. 6. Operates equipment safely and effectively. 7. Communicates effectively with all departments. 8. Ensures proper pallet configurations and layer count per finished product specifications. 9. Strives to minimize pasta waste and prevents product from hitting the floor. 10. Ensures that bag and case codes are correct. 11. Insures that packaging materials are kept clean. 12. Communicates effectively with the Line Driver that packaging materials are readily available for use. 13. Ability to learn and run equipment in absence of Packaging Operator (PO). 14. Notes problems with finished product and informs PO, Floater and/or Lead. 15. When Line is stopped, work area/Line is to be swept, cleaned, vacuumed, and organized. 16. At the end of shift, ensure that the work area is clean and ready for the next shift to start. 17. Performs other duties as assigned by the Packaging Operator, Floater, Lead and/or Packaging Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Education: Attended high school or equivalent. Minimum Experience: Some prior plant or commercial experience. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of packaging principles, processes and good manufacturing practices is helpful. Understanding of personnel and safety standards. Able to identify quality deficiencies and assist to correct them. Able to function as a motivated team member in a highly dynamic environment. Able to work and communicate effectively in a team setting. Able to learn, troubleshoot and multi-task. Other Qualifications: Ability to use computer automated systems and software.

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing Frequent ~ up to 10.5 hours Reaching Frequent Kneeling Frequent Bending Frequent Grasping Frequent ~ grasping/gripping Twisting Frequent ~ trunk rotation to each side Lifting Frequent ~ up to 35lbs (Floor to waist/Waist to shoulder/Horizontal) Carrying Frequent ~ up to 35lbs x 15 ft Push/Pull Occasional ~ up to 50lbs Crawling Occasional Crouching Occasional Sitting Occasional Walking Occasional Manual Dexterity Yes Telephone Yes Computer Screen Yes Must be able to work an extended shift. Must be able to work all shifts. Must be able to climb ladders, operate man lifts; work around running equipment and in high places. Must be able to distinguish color and odor. Works in environments with temperatures up to 95 degrees, relative humidity up to 50%, machinery noise (hearing protection is OSHA required). The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel as classified. When physical distancing is not possible a Company mask must be worn. High-touch surfaces are sanitized frequently. Hand washing is mandatory upon entering the plant. You must be able to endure heat and humidity. Employment contingent upon completing and passing both post-offer drug test and physical demands assessment.

We look forward to working with YOU and YOU joining our Pasta Montana team!

EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON COMPLETING AND PASSING PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS