Seneca Foods is one of North America's leading providers of packaged fruits and vegetables with facilities located throughout the United States.Our high quality products are primarily sourced from over 1,400 American farms. Seneca holds the largest share of the retail private label, food service, and export canned vegetable markets, distributing to over 90 countries. Products are also sold under the brands of Libby's®, Aunt Nellie's®, READ®, Seneca Farms®, Green Valley®, Green Giant (Shelf-Stable)®, CherryMan®, Paradise®, Pennant®, and Seneca labels, including Seneca snack chips. Seneca also provides vegetable products to other companies under various co-pack arrangements.
Description : Seneca Foods in Payette, Idaho is currently seeking a Labeling QC/Utility worker on day shift to join our team. Seneca Foods offers an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, paid time off, and much more! Help us make our Farm Fresh Goodness Great!
Job Overview: In the position of
Labeling QC/Utility at Seneca Foods, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our warehouse. You will be responsible for running de-palletizers, label machines, and casers. As well as safely operating a forklift to move, load, and unload materials and products.Your attention to detail and commitment to safety will be vital in maintaining our high standards. The ideal candidate will be a quick learner, able to prioritize and complete tasks in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision. Additionally, they should be self-motivated and trustworthy, seeking long-term employment with opportunities for growth.
RESPONSIBILITIES Labeling and Quality Control: - Inspect product labels for accuracy and quality.
- Ensure compliance with labeling standards and regulations.
- Document and report any discrepancies or issues.
Utility Duties: - Handles reclaim of damaged products.
- Provide backup forklift support for the Labeling and Warehouse Departments.
- Perform general GMP clean-up tasks to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Assist with packing, palletizing, and organizing materials.
Equipment Operation: - Operate or learn to operate the Can De-palletizer, Label Machine, Caser Machine, Auto Stacker, and P244 inventory system.
- Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of labeling equipment.
- Troubleshoot and resolve minor equipment issues.
Adaptability and Collaboration: - Undertake additional tasks as needed by Warehouse Management.
QUALIFICATIONS Forklift Operation: - Must have the ability to train to operate a lift truck.
- Valid forklift certification and a current Forklift License is preferred.
Physical Requirements: - Must be able to lift cased items up to 50 pounds throughout the day.
- Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed.
Knowledge and Skills: - Must understand the layout of warehouses at Payette.
- Must have working knowledge of, or ability to learn, inventory scanners.
- Must be familiar with Seneca coding for brite items.
- Must have basic math skills.
- Must pay attention to detail and ensure quality standards are met.
Adaptability and Work Ethic: - Must be self-motivated and a team player with the ability to work in many different areas with minimal supervision.
- Must have a positive approach to job tasks, including excellent punctuality and attendance.
- Takes initiative and proactively seeks opportunities to improve processes and stay productive.
- Values accountability and strives for continual self-improvement.
Collaboration and Communication: - Comfortable working both in a team environment and independently.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the organization.
Work Schedule: - Availability for a Monday - Friday shift from 6:00 am - 4:30 pm, with overtime as needed based on production and customer requirements.
Seneca Foods Corporation is committed to providing equal opportunity for all, through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. Seneca Foods Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at ...@senecafoods.com or call 585-###-####.Nearest Major Market: Boise Nearest Secondary Market: Meridian