Bagging Associate

As a key member of our production team, you will assist designated machine operators in various functions, including maintenance, clean-up, yard work, warehouse, production, utilities, material handling, and other tasks. Your role will be crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of our outdoor living solutions production process.

• Perform tasks in a repetitive and/or sequential order to complete assignments
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Wear required safety gear at all times and adhere to all safety regulations
• Report any unsafe conditions or defective equipment to the supervisor immediately
• Clean machinery and conveyors, maintain the surrounding area, and keep equipment free from debris during downtime
• Clean floors and collect reusable scrap for salvage
• Transport trash and debris away from production areas
• Ensure pallets are neat and organized
• Operate machinery or equipment as trained and instructed, following safety guidelines at all times
• Assist the lead operator in preparing for shift production
• Work closely with the lead operator and become knowledgeable of the mechanics and operation of the machines you assist
• May be required to work with conveyors, ramps, elevators, etc. as assigned
• May be required to operate equipment such as hoppers, bagging and sealer machines, forklift, palletizers, hydraulic equipment, powered tractors or vehicles, among others
• Internal certification/training is required for these tasks
• Operate a variety of hand tools

• High school diploma or equivalent or a comparable combination of education, training, and experience
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
• Ability to follow company production and safety procedures
• Ability to read a limited number of two and three syllable words and recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers
• Able to pass internal certification training
• Ability to print and speak simple sentences
• Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide 10's and 100's
• Must be able to demonstrate lock out tag out procedures and keep key lock with self at all times
• Must attend weekly safety meetings
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to frequently stand on their feet for extended periods of time
• Must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 80 lbs. from ground level