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Production Packaging Associate

Palmetto Gourmet Foods, Saluda, SC, United States


Are you looking to become part of a high-energy team in beautiful Saluda, South Carolina? Here at Palmetto Gourmet Foods you will play a key role in building a successful company start-up that already has great traction. At Palmetto Gourmet Foods we produce the next generation of Ramen Noodles. We create an amazing experience for our customers and employees. We offer our associates the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. At our world class production facility in Saluda, we produce vegetarian, halal and kosher certified ramen noodles. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and work as a team to build the new Palmetto Gourmet Foods.

Job Summary Our fast growing, production company is seeking a Packaging Technician. The role of packaging technician consists of a wide variety of responsibilities, including hand packaging, inspecting, loading, palletizing, and monitoring equipment for proper operation. This position will provide the successful candidate the opportunity to apply their knowledge, learn new skills and work as a member of a dynamic team. The ideal candidate for the role will have at least one year of experience in the food manufacturing sector and be committed to workplace safety. The candidate will be motivated to grow with Palmetto Gourmet Foods, building a career for years to come. Flexibility with scheduled workdays and shift preferences is required.

Responsibilities

Work with other packaging line technicians and machine operators to ensure production lines run efficiently

Work in a fast, efficient and controlled manner

Operate/work with automated equipment to complete assigned tasks

Work well with team to complete tasks

Maintain a high standard of quality

Follow all Safety and GMP rules

Follow QA instruction concerning the packing of noodles

Require standing for long periods of time

Require some heavy lifting (boxes weigh up to 50lbs)

Must maintain a clean work area at all times

Work as directed by Management

Required Skills and Qualifications

Bend, stoop, climb throughout shift

Experience in food production (preferred not required)

Good work ethic

Attention to detail

Physical stamina and strength

EEO Statement PGF provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Palmetto Gourmet Foods is a drug free workplace.

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