Processing Attendant I

About the Role

The Processing Attendant I is an entry-level position working under direct supervision to learn the fundamentals of packing eggs into secondary containers. This role is of high importance as it involves learning to maintain the food safety and food quality of all eggs produced and sold.

Key Responsibilities

• Pack eggs into proper secondary containers (flats, cases, or racks).
• Assist with plant clean-up after each shift.
• Assist with cleaning in the packing plant, warehouse, or cooler during your shift.
• Use required personal safety equipment as specified on the Safety Data Sheets.
• Learn the basics of running the shrink wrap machine (KFFE).
• Learn the basics of running the loader (KFFE).
• Learn the basics of operating the wrapper (WCE).
• Learn the basics of stickering.
• Learn the basics of palletizing (if able to meet physical demands).
• Communicate with supervisors regarding any conveyor or equipment problems.
• Act as a team player, supporting and encouraging co-workers, and treating them with respect.
• Comply with Kreher policies, work rules, code of conduct, and federal/state laws (attendance, uniform, etc.).
• Be familiar with the company's safety and health accident prevention program.
• Maintain a positive attitude and reliable attendance.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to avoid accidents.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Ability to focus, stay alert with very good observation skills.
• Able to keep up in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective working well in a team-based environment.
• Ability to maintain proper pace while handling a fragile product with little or no breakage.
• Ability to be flexible with working schedule to meet operational needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of work experience, in a food processing plant preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position is physically active and requires regular movement throughout agricultural production and operational areas.

• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, squat, climb, and work in a variety of positions for extended periods.
• Move throughout the workplace and farm property as needed.
• See, talk, and hear.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials, tools, equipment, or products weighing up to 50 pounds, with occasional heavier loads.
• May work at varying heights, climb ladders or equipment, and navigate uneven, wet, muddy, or slippery terrain.
• May drive or ride in farm equipment/vehicle for multiple hours.
• Use fine motor coordination and manual dexterity.
• Work is performed in indoor and outdoor farm environments, with potential exposure to varying weather conditions, dust, dirt, manure, noise, odors, agricultural chemicals, machinery, vehicles, and animals.
• Biosecurity measures must be followed and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn when required.
• Must be able to safely perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.