J&J Snack Foods

Food & Beverage

PrepackLineOperator

$0–0k Paducah, Kentucky, United States
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Prepack Line Operator at J&J Snack Foods. Skills: Machine operation, Quality control. Operate prepack machinery. Monitor production lines”

What You'll Achieve.

Meet production targets; Maintain product quality standards

Industry & Context.

Food & Beverage
Problems you'll solve

Troubleshoot machine issues

Eligibility Requirements

Stand for extended periods, Work in a cold environment

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

High school diploma or GED, 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment, Ability to lift 50 pounds

Nice to Have

Experience with food production equipment, Basic understanding of GMP

What You'll Do.

Operate prepack machinery

Monitor production lines

Ensure product quality

Package finished goods

Maintain a clean work area

Follow safety procedures

Adhere to production schedules

Perform routine machine checks

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with production team

Full Job Description

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U. S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin’ Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to “Fun Served Here”. POSITION SUMMARY: General duties include proper packaging per case, ensuring that all boxes are taped and labeled as going to the conveyor belt. Filling of the hopper with product making sure that the screens are in place. All employes are to watch the lines for jam ups on the line to prevent waste of product. All employees are responsible for keeping the areas clean, also that at the end of shift everything is clean up and trash is being taken out. All employees are required to be in full uniform to include bouffant cap, beard cover (as applicable), and gloves. Hearing protection is recommended. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Employees will rotate responsibilities on a scheduled basis in the interest of creating an ergonomically friendly work environment. COMPETENCIES: Specific duties include preparing cases for filling and ensuring that an accurate number of pre-packs are included in each case and that those packs are lined within the case, properly, to ensure the box will seal correctly. Cases, upon being filled, are processed through the case sealer and then off borne to the lift/conveyor. Responsibilities also include filling the hopper with product. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Required Education: N/A Required Experience: N/A TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: N/A Job Analysis/Job Description Physical Activities Checklist Job title: Physical Activities Check all that apply Freq

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