Production Associate

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

To inspect, package, and palletize products to Truvant and customers specifications. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must complete all required paperwork that applies to specific areas and products
• Palletize products appropriately
• Must identify defective products
• Operate a pallet jack, pallet wrapper, and other required equipment
• Understand the production schedule
• Other duties as assigned by leadership

EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE:

• No previous experience required
• On the job training provided

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge gained through on the job training of company products, policies, and procedures
• Ability to pay close attention to detail
• Ability to communicate with co-workers in a courteous and professional manner
• Ability to effectively function as a team player
• Skill in operating various equipment as need to perform the job
• Ability to keep company and customer information that is discussed or viewed while under employment with Truvant confidential
• Ability to adhere to all regulatory and company policies, procedures, work instructions including but not limited to: Truvant policies, customer specific policies, GMP’s, regulatory (USDA), food safety and food defense.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to read documents, printouts, computer screens and other communication.
• Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with co-workers.
• Must be able to reach, touch, grasp.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.  
• Must be able to Climb, Stoop/Kneel, Lift, Pull and Push
• Must be able to conduct yourself in a safe manner to avoid any accidents while on the production floor.
• Must be able to work in various environments based on building location and products. 
• Level of Physical Requirements: Sedentary to medium work level; lifting and positioning weight loads up to 40 pounds. 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• 0% - Optional travel may be offered to support business needs