BAGGING OPERATOR at Kent Nutrition Group in Hagerstown, Maryland

Job Description:

Ready to join a four-time US Best Managed Company? Kent Nutrition Group, a member of the KENT® Corporation family of companies has a great opportunity to join their team as a Bagging Operator at the Hagerstown, MD plant! This is a full-time position that offers incredible benefits!

1st shift and 2nd shift availability!

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Daily operation of equipment to process and manufacture feed products according to KNG’s Standard Operating Procedures


• Operate the bagger, sewing machine and fork truck in a proficient and safe manner for optimum production


• Follow warehouse and loading protocols


• Operate the all feed manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently


• Ensure KNG’s quality assurance protocol is met regarding ingredient receiving, load-out, and bagging


• Perform necessary recording and documentation of all feed manufactured during shift


• Mix and prepare livestock feeds efficiently and in a manner that assures accuracy and high quality


• Assist management with production scheduling, inventory planning & control for both ingredients and finished products


• Assist with equipment maintenance and repair as needed


• Load and unload trucks in a safe and efficient manner


• Provide excellent customer service and assist customers when needed


• Observe and enforce all company policies & procedures


• Effectively communicate with managers, co-workers, and customers


• Perform general work around the facility and other duties as assigned


• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions

EDUCATION:

• High School diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1 plus years of manufacturing experience


• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements


• Basic computer knowledge


• Good communication, verbal, written and math skills


• Ability to work as a team member


• Thorough understanding of GMP’s


• Knowledge of HACCP Feed & Safety Plan


• Knowledge of FSMA


• Ability to lift a minimum of 55 lbs from floor to working height as job requires


• Ability to operate a forklift


• Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures

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