Tipper Tie Operator

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY

Generally includes responsibility for operating two tipper ties. Operator also responsible for rucking horns for the tipper tie machines.

NATURE AND SCOPE OF POSITION

This is an hourly paid position, generally involving the operation of specified equipment in accordance with established standards and in accordance with machinery manufacturer specifications. Position product on the conveyor for the tipper tie. Authority of incumbents is limited to proper machine operation, as directed by production management, and includes authority (and responsibility) to ensure safe operation, full compliance with GMP's and a quality product meeting all company standards. Moderate to close supervision provided.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Arrives at work on or before scheduled start time daily to check area for proper housekeeping, equipment safeties and safeguards, proper tools and other equipment/supplies, and to ensure that applicable machinery is set-up and functioning properly. Communicates/coordinates with other employees to ensure uninterrupted flow of product. Qualified and trained to perform Lock Out Tag Out on the tipper ties and the ruckers. Operator must be able to load netting on horns for tipper ties, must be able to lift 75 pounds occasionally. Able to perform setup of the tipper ties and ruckers. Required to be able to load 8 hams per minute, per tipper tie. Be able to lift, push, pull or roll product weighing up to 35 pounds continuously. Monitors machine operation and settings, trouble shoot malfunctions with machine; contacts supervisor to resolve difficulties beyond what incumbent is trained/authorized to handle. Wears uniform and personal protective equipment as required and/or provided by the company (e.g., hearing protection, gloves, hair/beard restraint, bump cap, respiratory protection, goggles, etc.); shuts off machinery before clearing jams, ensures equipment lockout procedures is used prior to doing any cleaning or adjustment/repair which requires safety guards to be removed or which may expose employees to injury through inadvertent movement of machine parts. Communicate all information regarding mechanical issues to Supervisor and maintenance. Associate will be continuously exposed to temperatures ranging from 20 to 40 degrees. Keeps equipment and area clean during production run; is alert to slip - trip - fall hazards in area, takes any required action to eliminate/minimize the potential for accidents. Communicates regularly with supervision regarding problems and suggestions, reports unsafe conditions immediately. Assists in other phases of production as directed by supervision. Maintain good personal hygiene. Follow all Safety and Food Safety policies/procedures. Follow instructions from Line Lead and all members of Management

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge/Skills:

Qualified to complete Lock out tag out training.

Experience/Education:

No Experience is required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Must have sufficient visual acuity to set-up machinery and to monitor machine operation and product flow; must have manual dexterity to move safely in an area of automated equipment; must have manual dexterity to accommodate machine adjustments.