Description
Inspect and sort fruit or products for defects and deviations from specifications. Weigh filled cases and/or pails on a scale. Poke stems into retail maraschino cherry containers. Manually attach lids and/or shrouds to foodservice containers. Assemble packing materials (boxes) for finished goods.
Essential Functions
•Discard or reject product not meeting specifications
•Inspect, weigh, or measure materials and products for conformance to specifications
•Notify supervisors and other personnel of production problems and assist in identifying and correcting these problems
•Discuss inspection results with those responsible for products and recommend necessary corrective actions
•Grade and sort products according to sizes, weights, colors, or other specifications
•Inspect glass at light box inspection station
•Weigh product containers to verify packaging weights and ingredient quantities
•Push stems down with two fingers into jar before syrup filling
•Place tamper resistant shrouds onto individual containers prior to heat shrink
•Attach plastic lids to container
•Form, tape, and line cases by hand for finished product packaging
•Other tasks as assigned
Competencies & Certifications Required
•Minimum 10th Grade equivalent testing in Reading/Math
•Internal GMP/HACCP/SQF Training
•Trained and knowledgeable in the use of PPE (personal protective equipment)
•Must pass respiratory fitness test
Physical Demands of Job
The employee must be able to perform the physical demands listed below to perform this specific job functions:
•Frequent standing and walking
•Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, and twisting
•Occasional lifting and/or pushing/pulling up to 30 pounds
•Ability to sort or pack on a moving conveyor belt
•Ability to grasp, manipulate, and feel small items with hands
Work Environment
The work environments listed here are representative of those that may be encountered by employee while performing the functions of this job:
•Wet or humid conditions
•Extreme temperatures
•Exposure to brine (sulfur dioxide)
•Exposure to bleach (calcium chloride)
The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.
Seneca Foods Corporation is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, , orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Seneca Foods Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at acastleberry@senecafoods.com.
