Hain Celestial / Sensible Portions South Tree Lancaster facility is searching for a PACKER 2nd SHIFTto join our team.
Our roots have been in health and wellness since 1993.
Healthier living for all starts here! If you thrive in a detail-focused and hardworking environment this is the place for you.
Overview/Purpose:
The packer wraps or unwraps the product into a final, customer-ready container or a work-in-process container for further processing as required.
Retail containers usually get packed into a case of specific count following the initial wrapping stage.
To ensure that finished packaged goods are inserted into proper cartons/containers.
Tasks are to be completed while maintaining the highest safety, food safety and quality, cost, and GMP standards in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Sets up boxes and or bags or containers in preparation for the placement of unwrapped finished products or unwrapped bulk material for further processing.
Ensure containers are correctly labeled and items are oriented per specification.
Maintains proper count of pieces and number of containers packed in a case.
Applies special notes for container integrity and the specified placement code date or other labels or markings.
Maintain a safe and sanitary environment during the shift and will perform clean-up duties at the close of the shift.
Responsible for reporting food safety and quality issues and initiating action as necessary.
Follow all Food Safety guidelines, such as, but not limited to:
GMP's
Allergen Program
Quality
HACCP
Sanitation
Safety
Requirements:
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Possess manual dexterity to manipulate boxes, bags, and cases.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds to shoulder height on an intermittent basis.
Possess basic math calculation skills
Understanding of basic principles of the SQF program and other food safety policies/procedures
Physical Demands:
Sitting
Walking
Standing
Stooping and bending
Fingering -computer keyboard
Hearing – ordinary speech
Climbing stairs and ladders
Work Environment:
Primarily, the manufacturing environment
Average ambient temperature of 85 degrees
Some exposure to fluorescent lights
Exposure to manufacturing equipment hazards, especially forklifts
Standing and walking on concrete floors
Frequently exposed to a variety of dust particles
Forklift Traffic
Lifting and carrying up to 50lbs
Potential Hazards:
Slips, trips, and falls
Bumps, bruises
Proximity to energized, moving equipment
Sprains, strains
Hazard Controls:
Training in housekeeping techniques and alertness to changes in the workplace.
Training concerning the movement of powered devices.
Training concerning moving parts of packing equipment
Training concerning lifting and bending techniques
Compensation and Benefits:
New starting wage is $16.
00 per hour (commensurate with experience and location).
*Note that rate could change based on shift schedule.
Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Disability coverage
Life insurance
Critical illness and accident insurance
Legal and identity protection insurance
Pet insurance
Employee assistance program
Commuter benefits
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
401(k)
PTO
Parental Leave
Hain Celestial is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.
The Company does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, expression, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
If you need accommodations for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please send an e-mail to talent@hain.
com or call 516-587-5000 to let us know the nature of your request.
EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disabled