Pre-Weigher

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Weighs and verifies all quantities of raw materials/components for use in production batch processes, using balance, platform, or floor scales: Places loose or packaged material on scales and adds or removes portions of material to obtain specified weight

- Identify each component pre-weighed with information tag/initial

- Reads work order or formula to determine types and quantities of materials to weigh

- Records weight of materials used for production records, or maintains perpetual inventory of materials used and on hand

- May dump materials in prescribed sequence into chute or hopper, blender or onto conveyor belt

- May transfer weighed materials to production or storage areas, using hand-truck or power truck/forklift

- May sort weighed materials into designated bins or containers, according to weight or type

- May be designated according to type of components/materials used or weighed

- May weigh products as part of packing process

- Keep pre-weigh areas clean and orderly

- Follow all safety and GMP practices, as required.

- Work on special projects as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

- High School graduate or GED

- Must have proven ability to read, write and communicate in English

- 2 -3 years experience in Preweigh/Compounding in nutrition or personal care manufacturing industry.

- Ability to do basic math, which includes but is not limited to addition, subtraction, division, multiplication and percentages

- Must have a valid Driver License

- Must effectively operate forklift; ability to obtain forklift certification

- Computer skills preferred; Microsoft Office and experience with ERP software Deacom is a plus

- Must be able to use different kinds of scales and convert weight measurements

- Must be willing to take instructions and adhere to company and departmental policies

- Must be able to lift, pull, push up to 50 lbs., regularly

- Must be flexible with schedule and available for OT when necessary.

- This position may be exposed on a regular basis to dust particles, allergens and gluten.