Production Machine Feeder- Spices

Salary Range: USD $18.50/Hr.

– Overview: Job in a Nutshell:The Production Machine Feeder in the spice department is responsible for the daily setup and operation of the loading platform for the spice packaging process at the Natural Grocers Distribution Center.

The Machine Feeder position is a team-based, fast paced and physically demanding role, and is critical to the success of the herb and spice packaging operation.

This position is responsible for maintaining Good Manufacturing Practices, housekeeping, and applicable food safety documentation.

Responsibilities: Main Ingredients:Verify daily/weekly production schedule with Machine OperatorsEnsure machine tooling is setup for the raw materials scheduledEnsure accuracy and quantities of staged raw material prior to loadingInspect raw material during the loading process and report quality concerns to QA departmentFeed raw material into hoppers in a sanitary, accurate and efficient mannerMaintain flow of product throughout each production run Maintain complete and accurate records of raw materials entering productionMaintain the segregation of allergen, non-allergen, organic and non-organic productsLead quick and efficient changeovers to minimize down timeAssist with disassembly and reassembly of packaging equipmentComplete necessary documentation for changeovers, cleaning, and product specsRemove waste and sweep work area regularly to maintain a sanitary environmentFollow all SSOPs and food safety standardsPerform all tasks in a manner that promotes safetyAlthough this is a general outline of job responsibilities all employees are expected to be hands on and do whatever it takes to get the job done and make the company thrive.

Qualifications: Recipe for Success:High School diploma or equivalent education is requiredPrevious experience in food manufacturing environment preferredAbility to follow written and verbal work instructions is requiredAbility to communicate effectively is requiredPeriodic use of a respirator is requiredKnowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in food production preferredMust be able to maintain product flow on multiple lines Must become familiar with allergen categories and required segregation for allergens and organic productsGood attention to detail; communication, accuracy and thoroughness a mustExposure to 5s and Lean manufacturing methodologies a plusAbility to work with others in a fast-paced team environment Must be reliable and on time every dayAble to work in seasonally warm or cool environmentThis job description is not an employment contract.

It does not guarantee a job or that the above listed duties are the limit of responsibilities.

The job and job description are subject to change with and without notice.

Employees are required to accomplish any and all tasks assigned to him/her by their Manager and/or other Store Support Center manager that might not be listed in this job description.

Benefits: Heres an overviewof the benefitswe offer our good4uCrew to help ensure the health and wellbeing of you and your family, now and well into thefuture:All Crew MembersBirthday Bonus PayVitamin Bucks (up to $2,080earned asstore credit annually)Holiday Payfor 5Holidays Stores ClosedPaid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with TenurePaidNutrition Educationgood4u Crew Member Discount{N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program)Regular, Scheduled Pay IncreasesAdvancement Opportunitiesand Career DevelopmentHealth and Wellness ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Employee Referral ProgramFull-Time Crew Members (30 hours/week)Medical, Dental and Vision InsurancePaidParentalLeavePaid Medical Leave (through company paidshort-termdisabilityinsurance)Company Paid Short-Term DisabilityInsuranceCompany Paid Life InsuranceVoluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life InsuranceRetirement SavingsPlan (401k) with discretionaryCompanyMatchHealthcare and Dependent CareFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Health Savings Account (HSA)with Company MatchDiversity StatementAt the heart ofNatural Grocers’ commitment to our community and crew is thisbelief: All people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeingWe cannot be true to this conviction without honoring diversity and cultivating inclusion throughout every aspect of our organization.At Natural Grocers, we honor our differences, embracediversity, and cultivate inclusion because both individual and societal health are rooted in these principles.Our Crew is diverse not only in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and age but also in cultural backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas.

Celebrating our diversity refreshes, expands, and shapes our perspective, energizing our mission of equitable access to health and wellness for all.

We welcome everyone who would like to join us in this mission, with gratitude for the unique life experience each person brings to the table.

Were committed to nurturing an ecosystem of diversity and inclusion in which our Crew can continue to thrive.

Physical and Environmental Requirements: Physical and Environmental Demands:N NeverO Occasional; 1-33% of timeF Frequent; 34-66% of timeC Constant; 67-100% of timePhysical Requirements:Must have the ability to occasionally lift or carry up to 20 lbs.

lbs.; constantly lift or carry 21-50 lbs.; and frequently lift or carry 51-100 lbs.

Must have the ability to occasionally push or pull up to 30 lbs.

and frequently push or pull 31-50 lbs.

Requires the use of both arms and both hands with full range of motion.Must be able to occasionally use the computer for data entry and use of mouse for training.Must be able to constantly stand and reach outward for the duration of the work shift.Must be able to frequently walk, use fine motor manipulation, grip, twist, and turn.Must be able to occasionally squat, kneel, bend, crawl, climb, and reach above chest as needed.

Environmental Requirements:Must be able to constantly work with sharp tools and equipment, noise, dust, and fumes majority of the work shift.Must be able to frequently work with contact stress.Must be able to work with occasional chemicals, vibrations, and a congested worksite.