KP Production Associate - KanPak - Penn Yan, NY - Golden State Foods

Overview

KanPak® is your ultimate resource for beverages and desserts. From juices to coffee drinks to delicious blended ice cream treats, we’ll help you create the perfect product. Innovation, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, superior customer service and the highest quality ingredients are all part of the mix.

We are seeking an energetic, skilled​ Production Associates for expansion openings in our facility in Penn Yan, NY. This opportunity will require flexibility to work weekends and overtime.

Main Functions: This role is responsible for ensuring that product meets required quality standards at each stage of the manufacturing and packaging process.

The expected compensation range for this position is: $17.75/hour + $.50 overnight shift differential when worked. 

At KanPak, a golden state foods company, we believe that investing in our associates strengthens our culture and fuels our growth. We care about your well-being, and will support you with the following:

• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid leave, holiday, jury duty and bereavement.
• Comprehensive benefits package to support our associates and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Legal, Life), Retirement Plan
• Associate Development via Education Reimbursement, virtual courses and classroom development experiences

Schedule (Rotating 12-Hour Shift Schedule)

Week A: 36 hours - Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday

Week B: 48 hours - Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday

Shift Times

Days: 7am-7pm

Nights: 7pm-7am

Responsibilities

Summary: This role is responsible for the packaging of products in preparation to go to the warehouse.  

Responsibilities Related to the Job:    

• Coordinate KanPak Quality activities and operations to meet objective for quality, food safety, integrity, regulatory compliances, cost, safety, and customer satisfaction at KanPak.
• Participate in formulating and administering division’s short- and long-range goals and objectives for business growth.
• Lift product off conveyor and place into corresponding receptacle
• Operate labeler and ink-jet printer
• Operate box erector and case packer
• Stack cases on pallets and use pallet jacks
• Ensures full compliance with all quality assurance standards, especially good housekeeping and overall cleanliness of products and work areas which includes manually cleaning equipment
• Contribute to our excellence with a positive and flexible attitude and provide support in other areas
• Performs other duties as assigned

Social Responsibilities: 

• Maintain compliance with KanPak/GSF Code of Business Conduct, policies and procedures, management systems, and all applicable Environmental, Health, Safety and other regulations
• Act according to KanPak’s Creed & Values

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Knowledge: 

• High School / GED required
• 2-3 years’ experience or equivalent employment preferred

Competencies/Job Skills:

• Energetic
• Integrity
• Perseverance
• Able to work within a team

KanPak, LLC encourages diversity in the workplace; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran

Applicants only; No Recruiters please.

KanPak, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, affirms to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. KanPak will not discriminate against persons because of their disability, including disabled veterans, and will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees and applicants with disabilities