Powder Packaging Operator (Nights)

Tempe, AZ

Full Time

Mid Level

ABOUT UDA:
UDA is a local, family-owned, dairy cooperative committed to serve the needs of our members, community, and customers by providing high quality milk and dairy products. As the only milk marketing co-op in the state, UDA oversees the production, processing, and marketing of Arizona’s finest milk products from farm to Retail in 48 hours or less. From sweet cream and butter to non-fat dry milk, UDA provides milk products to manufactures and supermarket chains throughout the Grand Canyon State.

Our motto at UDA is “United in Excellence.” The dairy industry’s success isn’t built on one dairy or brand, it’s built on the community as a whole - this includes our amazing employees. When you join UDA, you’re not just joining a business, you’re joining a family. Since 1960 UDA has been headquartered, operated, and managed in Arizona. We strive to provide our employees with rewarding career opportunities aimed at long-term stability, growth, and advancement. We put our heart and soul into our products and value our team who show up, every day and do the work.

Schedule: One day shift opening: 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. and one night shift opening: 6 p.m. - 6 a.m. , both on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule

Job Summary/Objective:
As a Powder Packaging Operator, you will be responsible for the efficient operation of the Ava/Sapac Packaging equipment, ensuring Company production standards are met for pounds and bags per hour. Perform start-up and shut-down procedures for various equipment, including powder bin, rare earth magnet, packaging filler, ink jet coding machine, metal detection equipment, and palletizing system. Maintain adequate packaging supply stock, uphold accurate record-keeping, and ensure a clean work environment. Adhere to SOPs, HACCP guidelines, and UDA quality, safety, and GMP policies. Report any nonconformities and perform other duties as needed.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Perform the efficient operation of all Sapac Packaging equipment to maintain Company established production standards for pounds per hour of finished product and bags per hour.
Perform start-up and shut-down functions of the powder bin and rare earth magnet, packaging filler, ink jet coding machine, metal detection equipment and palletizing system.
Maintain proper packaging supply stock.
Keep accurate and legible records.
Maintain a clean and sanitary work area at all times.
Adhere to all SOP’s and HACCP guidelines.
Adhere to all UDA quality, safety, and GMP policies and procedures, reporting any nonconformity.
Other duties as required.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications:
General Skills & Abilities needed to complete job successfully:

Ability to operate packaging equipment.
Requires ability to read, hear, speak, and comprehend and carry out verbal and written instructions in English

Experience:

General knowledge of packaging equipment and conveyor systems is helpful.

Education/Certifications: (if n/a is applicable please note “N/A)

	Required	Preferred
Education (degree/certifications)	High School Diploma or Equivalent	Fork Lift Certification

BENEFITS:

Medical, Dental & Vision plans
401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Health & Wellness Programs
Paid Time Off
Shift Pay Differential
Education Assistance
On-site Fitness Center
On-Site Health Clinic

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list; employees may be subject to additional, or altered, tasks and the scope of the role may change as necessitated by business demands. UDA will not consider any application submissions from unauthorized third-parties, consulting, or external staffing firms and will not be held subject, or liable, to any terms, fees, or penalties associated with a submission.

UDA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

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