Pouching Operator - 428502

at PepsiCo Corp in Bridgeview, Illinois, United States

Job Description

$26.81 / HR - $29.81 / HR

Quaker General Supply Chain

Quaker Oats, part of PepsiCo, is looking for a Pouching Operator to work in our fast-paced 24-hour operating manufacturing environment. A Pouching Operator operates and troubleshoots product line machinery/equipment and computers, performs manual labor on production lines and maintains operations at optimum quality and quantity levels which minimizes manufacturing expense and performs repairs as necessary

Quaker is a progressive employer, utilizing high perform work systems focused on driving results through organization development. We are looking for engaged individuals that will be dedicated to safety and teamwork. It takes teamwork for a facility to run smoothly, so you can expect to work weekends and holidays with the rest of the team. We also offer unbeatable benefits including health insurance, dental and vision, retirement savings benefits including 401(k) with company contribution, vacation days and much more.

As a full-time team member, you would work 40 hours per week and overtime may be required to meet business needs.

Below is a list of responsibilities that would include but, are not limited to:
* Setting up and operating assigned pouching machines and statistical weigher, in order to pack the optimum number of quality packages of product
* Setting up and operating equipment which are integral parts of the production cycle
* Operating soup/pouching machines and PITs in accordance with established safety, quality, and operation procedures and guidelines
* Must ensure that each box is properly coded, dated and sealed with minimum amount of waste product and supplies
* Follows correct batch reporting process
* Responsible for ingredient handling and pulling
* Knowledgeable in WMS
* Inspects, handles, cleans, and set up soup totes
* Knowledge and demonstration of Kosher handling, measuring, sealing, and storing requirements
* Able to set up and position equipment appropriately
* Preparing machinery and supplies for product changeovers
* Performing sanitation duties on machinery to ensure safety and health compliance; keeps assigned machines and area clean and safe
* Conducts and completes quality, inventory, production tests, scans, records and reports timely and accurately
* Uses computer to enter in data, complete reports, and enter in work orders
* Troubleshooting maintenance problems and performing adjustments and minor repairs
* Participates in TPM sessions and activities
* May perform other related duties as necessary to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

Training:
* Must be able to work unassisted after completing the departments Training Rotation plan (2-3 months)
* Will need to train others in the department and new operators
* Must be open to being cross trained in other parts of the department

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
* High school diploma or GED equivalent, is preferred
* Immediate computer skills (Excel, Word, WMS, MARS)
* Decision making and problem-solving skills
* Knowledge of regulatory compliance
* Understands basic directions, requires minimal follow up
* Detail oriented and open communication skills
* Must be able to work independently and have strong team skills when required
* Diagnostic ability on touch screens and understands SPC
* Forklift Certification preferred

Working Environment:
* Working conditions are normal for manufacturing environment with varying temperatures. Work may involve frequent lifting of material and product up to 50 pounds
* Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment to include but, not limited to eye safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toed shoes/boots, and safety gloves
* Work will involve excessive climbing of stairs/ladders, bending, pushing/pulling, crawling on hands and knees, working in tight/confined spaces, and heights that could exceed 100 feet
* All employees must comply with companies Current Good Manufacturing Practices and wear company issued uniforms

Join the 2,500 Quaker associates that work hard to bring you the snacks you love by submitting your application today.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity

Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available [1] EEO is the Law & [2] EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View [3] PepsiCo EEO Policy.