Bulk Packaging Operator

Salary Range

USD $22.00/Hr.

• Overview

Job in a Nutshell The Bulk Packaging Operator is responsible for packaging of bulk foods and spices at the Natural Grocers Distribution Center in Golden. This position performs daily setup and operation of mechanical and electrical packaging equipment, including scales, baggers, labelers, metal detectors, and case sealers.

The Packaging

Operator must be able to work at a steady pace for 10-hour shifts, standing for 90% of the time. This position packs and labels products accurately and efficiently and completes necessary production logs. This position works under FSMA guidelines. Responsibilities

Main Ingredients

Daily setup and breakdown of production equipment and workstations with necessary packaging materials, tools, and GMP items

Prep and weigh product for individual finished container sizes

Pack products to accurate weights at an acceptable pace by operating semi-automated scales and baggers; some manual packaging required

Assess quality of product being packed; communicate non-conformances to Lead or QA

Use automated bagging equipment to seal individual bags; ensure adequate seals

Operate packaging equipment; includes troubleshooting and making adjustments in accordance with established work standards; operate touch screen to program code dates, product weights, speeds, and other relevant information Label product accurately and efficiently

Accurately pack finished bags into boxes or trays; operate case sealing and coding machines

Manually palletize products according to specifications

Provide backup relief in the absence of machine operators in herb/spice room

Maintain standard efficiency and accuracy of equipment and manual tasks

Complete necessary production forms with accurate information

Keep a sanitary work environment throughout the shift

Follow production schedule; understand run sequence and cleaning requirements

Perform required cleaning including washing, sanitizing, sweeping & mopping area daily

Follow all GMP’s, SSOP’s, Organic, Allergen, and HACCP standards

Although this is a general outline of job responsibilities all employees are expected to be “hands on” and do whatever it takes to get the job done and make the company thrive.

Qualifications

Recipe for Success

Minimum 1 -year recent experience in operating food production machinery preferred Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions as provided

Basic computer skills required, working knowledge of production systems

Must have good attention to detail; accuracy and thoroughness is a must

Ability to work with others in a fast-paced team environment

Ability to rotate through all workstations in the processing area

Must work 40 hours per week and be available for overtime as needed

Must be reliable and on time every day

Mechanical aptitude/skills preferred

Able to assist in other departments as needed This job description is not an employment contract. It does not guarantee a job or that the above listed duties are the limit of responsibilities. The job and job description are subject to change with and without notice. Employees are required to accomplish any and all tasks assigned to him/her by their Manager and/or other Store Support Center manager that might not be listed in this job description.

Here’s an overview of the benefits we offer our good4u Crew to help ensure the health and wellbeing of you and your family, now and well into the future:

All Crew Members

Birthday Bonus Pay Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually) Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores Closed

Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure Paid Nutrition Education good4u Crew Member Discount {N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program) Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases Advancement Opportunities and Career Development Health and Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Referral Program

Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week)

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Paid Parental Leave Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance) Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance Company Paid Life Insurance Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match Diversity Statement

At the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is this belief: All people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing! We cannot be true to this conviction without honoring