Lassonde Pappas & Co., Inc.
Depalletizer & Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift
Lassonde Pappas & Co., Inc., Ontario, California, United States, 91764
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Lassonde Pappas & Co. is a US Leader in beverage manufacturing dedicated to our team members, customers and consumers satisfaction. We remain committed to our small-town roots and rural values.
Hardworking
and
caring
are qualities that make our teams special. Since 1942, we've been producing delicious products for our customers across the country!To provide the best for our customers, we focus on building the best team by creating and advancing an inclusive environment amongst our diverse workforce. If you're passionate about customer satisfaction, reliable, and committed to being and doing better, join us!We value each of our employee's total wellbeing. To support employees in all stages of their wellness journey, we have a robust benefits program including: medical, dental, and vision coverage options, growth and development potential, along with 401-K, Life & Disability Insurance, PTO, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Fairs, Gym Membership Discounts, and so much more!POSITION SUMMARYThe
Depalletizer Operator
will be responsible for operating the palletizer and forklift associated with the line they have been assigned to in an efficient manner. Employee must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with close attention to detail through many changes. This role reports to the ProductionManager and is based out of our California location.Primary Responsibilities include :Operate forklift to stack and retrieve goods, supplies, and materialsResponsible for maintaining inventory and for production area cleanlinessDocument and maintain inventory recordsRemove product from containers on palletsRead and interpret blueprints and diagrams to select, position and secure machineryAdjust machine setting to complete tasks according to specification, accurately and in a timely fashionKnow the purpose and follows proper operation of all safety switches, interlocks and safety devicesUnderstand and can properly operate all machine controls (mechanical, electrical and pneumatic)Monitor pattern forming of the cases on the palletizerClear jams, re-sequence the palletizer, and replace fallen cartonsProperly change codes in the tagger computerCoordinate with the line driver so the correct pallets are available to the pallet dispenserDemonstrate proficiency in operating the palletizerUnderstand the HMI (touch screen)Accountable for food safety, food quality and regulatory requirements for their positionEncouraged to notify management about actual or potential food safety issuesAdopt and maintain all SQF requirements for their positionEmpowerment to work with supervision to resolve food safety and food quality issues within their scope of workPerform other related duties as required and assignedEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required Qualifications
A high school diploma or equivalent6-12 months forklift experienceSix months experience in a manufacturing environment operating production equipmentMust have excellent verbal and written communication skillsMust be detailed oriented and can multi-taskMust have excellent time management skillsAdditional Preferred QualificationsExperience in the food/beverage industry a plusForklift Certification
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONSThis position requires sufficient physical ability to work in a production setting.FREQUENT:
Ability to talk and hear; ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, stoop, bend and/or crouch; push/pull; lift up to 50 pounds; use of hands and fingers to operate machinery/equipment and all manual and electronic equipment in area of responsibility. Exposure to wet and humid conditions and fluctuations in ambient temperature (seasonal).OCCASIONAL:
Squatting, kneeling, ability to reach above and at shoulder height. Ability to wear a dust mask, and perform Confined Entry using LOTO program. Exposure to toxic and corrosive chemicals.This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of the responsibilities that are required to successfully perform in this position. Other duties as assigned are part of every job description. The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.
Lassonde Pappas & Co., Inc provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Lassonde Pappas & Co. is a US Leader in beverage manufacturing dedicated to our team members, customers and consumers satisfaction. We remain committed to our small-town roots and rural values.
Hardworking
and
caring
are qualities that make our teams special. Since 1942, we've been producing delicious products for our customers across the country!To provide the best for our customers, we focus on building the best team by creating and advancing an inclusive environment amongst our diverse workforce. If you're passionate about customer satisfaction, reliable, and committed to being and doing better, join us!We value each of our employee's total wellbeing. To support employees in all stages of their wellness journey, we have a robust benefits program including: medical, dental, and vision coverage options, growth and development potential, along with 401-K, Life & Disability Insurance, PTO, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Fairs, Gym Membership Discounts, and so much more!POSITION SUMMARYThe
Depalletizer Operator
will be responsible for operating the palletizer and forklift associated with the line they have been assigned to in an efficient manner. Employee must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with close attention to detail through many changes. This role reports to the ProductionManager and is based out of our California location.Primary Responsibilities include :Operate forklift to stack and retrieve goods, supplies, and materialsResponsible for maintaining inventory and for production area cleanlinessDocument and maintain inventory recordsRemove product from containers on palletsRead and interpret blueprints and diagrams to select, position and secure machineryAdjust machine setting to complete tasks according to specification, accurately and in a timely fashionKnow the purpose and follows proper operation of all safety switches, interlocks and safety devicesUnderstand and can properly operate all machine controls (mechanical, electrical and pneumatic)Monitor pattern forming of the cases on the palletizerClear jams, re-sequence the palletizer, and replace fallen cartonsProperly change codes in the tagger computerCoordinate with the line driver so the correct pallets are available to the pallet dispenserDemonstrate proficiency in operating the palletizerUnderstand the HMI (touch screen)Accountable for food safety, food quality and regulatory requirements for their positionEncouraged to notify management about actual or potential food safety issuesAdopt and maintain all SQF requirements for their positionEmpowerment to work with supervision to resolve food safety and food quality issues within their scope of workPerform other related duties as required and assignedEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required Qualifications
A high school diploma or equivalent6-12 months forklift experienceSix months experience in a manufacturing environment operating production equipmentMust have excellent verbal and written communication skillsMust be detailed oriented and can multi-taskMust have excellent time management skillsAdditional Preferred QualificationsExperience in the food/beverage industry a plusForklift Certification
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONSThis position requires sufficient physical ability to work in a production setting.FREQUENT:
Ability to talk and hear; ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, stoop, bend and/or crouch; push/pull; lift up to 50 pounds; use of hands and fingers to operate machinery/equipment and all manual and electronic equipment in area of responsibility. Exposure to wet and humid conditions and fluctuations in ambient temperature (seasonal).OCCASIONAL:
Squatting, kneeling, ability to reach above and at shoulder height. Ability to wear a dust mask, and perform Confined Entry using LOTO program. Exposure to toxic and corrosive chemicals.This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of the responsibilities that are required to successfully perform in this position. Other duties as assigned are part of every job description. The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.
Lassonde Pappas & Co., Inc provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.