Operations Vacation Relief Worker at G&J Pepsi-Cola Bottlers, Inc. in Maysville, Kentucky

Job Description:

The Operations Vacation Relief Worker serves our internal and external customers by being trained to perform the job duties of all non-exempt positions within the production team and also to provide coverage for these positions during absences.

Schedule: Varies between first and second shift hours. Candidates must be able to work first or second shift hours with notice and be able to work overtime due to business needs.

Job Duties:

• Operates all machines on production lines (e.g. fillers, palletizer, depalletizer) according to established company standards; ensures that the correct materials (e.g. bottles, cans, caps, lids) and finished goods are run through equipment according to product being produced and that quality of raw materials and finished products meets established company standards; performs raw material and equipment changeovers.

• Verifies the correct product and date codes are entered into the coder and are accurately printed on the product.

• Operates forklift to transport raw materials (e.g. glue, wraps, lids) to production line to maintain production process; stocks raw materials in appropriate storage areas; moves pallets of finished goods from production line to warehouse and organizes products (e.g. full goods) in the warehouse to facilitate storage and replenishment for the loading shifts according to established company standards (e.g. product being stored safely, product being rotated).

• Adheres to all company policies, standards and procedures (e.g. OSHA and safety requirements, AIB and Pepsi standards, Federal/State/Local laws); wears all required personal protective equipment.

• Communicates with co-workers, supervisor and management team verbally regarding the status of work activities (e.g. any issues with equipment, product quality and production process) and other information; supervisor regarding questions or issues with daily assignments.

• Performs code checks, taste tests and other quality tests; calculates efficiencies.

• Completes code check reports, taste test reports, production reports, time off requests and other required paperwork according to established standards.

• Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and predictable attendance and works overtime as needed to meet workload demands. Performs other related duties as required.

• Performs minor adjustments and maintenance to machine to ensure it is operating according to established standards.

• Maintains cleanliness of work area (e.g. cleans up any product and/or container spills; disposes of trash and recycling materials into proper containers).

Requirements:

• Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required

• Experience: Require additional experience in 1 -3 years previous production and forklift experience; previous food/beverage production experience strongly preferred.

• Other Requirements: Knowledge of: beverage production process; beverage industry. Skill in: internal customer service. Ability to: work quickly, efficiently and independently; multi-task; communicate effectively with other employees and develop good working relationships; adapt to change; read and write; perform basic math functions (e.g. addition and subtraction); be trained on operating a computer, forklift, filler machine, palletizer, depalletizer, case packer, labeler, coder and other mechanical equipment. Other functions, skills and abilities may also apply.

G&J Pepsi provides benefits-eligible employees with a comprehensive benefits and perks package that goes well beyond the number you see in your paycheck. From sponsored medical and income protection coverage to a generous retirement plan and great entertainment and retail discounts, G&J believes in rewarding its hard-working employees for their contributions toward the company's success.

Diversity has power. It's an investment in our present and our future. That's why we celebrate and respect the rich culture and differences of our employees, customers, business partners, and communities we serve.

At G&J Pepsi, employment decisions are made without regard to: race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.