Production Grader - 1st Shift

SCHEDULE Monday-Friday 6: 00 AM - 2: 00 PMSummaryProduction Grader for Sterman Masser, Inc. assures the quality and grade of product that is processed through the Sterman Masser, Inc. facility. Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesBe capable of standing and/or sitting at assigned workstation and handling motion of line to visually inspect product as it rolls past on roller table. Must look at product being picked out. Remove off-grade or defective potatoes based on customer specs. Ensure proper handling of potatoes. Handle them as if they were eggs. Do not throw, drop, or tamper with product - this can result in dismissal.

Develop understanding of individual customer expectations/specs for product and communicate at grading table. Take direction from QC Line Lead. Review board to understand special details of customer requirements. Alert production and/or QC immediately. Develop understanding of food safety as it pertains to the condition of the potatoes being packed. Maintain communication with managers, production lead, and supervisors with regard to significant product changes within the run. Report any findings of objects other than potatoes to Production Lead/Supervisor as well as Nancy. Receive feedback from QC Inspector on needed changes for pick out.

Grade less or harder based on feedback. Assist with on-the-job training of co-workers and act as mentor. Notify Production Manager or QC of any problems with product as soon as possible. Assist in: making trays, cartons, skids, displays, rock picking, dumping bags, re-bale product, specialty room, packing shed, washing, and cleaning when necessary. As needed, assist in other areas of the warehouse, possibly assembling packaging, labeling packaging, hand-packing specialty product or cleaning. Be aware of usage of machinery such as safety practices, stop button, controls, etc. Change chains as needed. Must understand that working hours will be irregular.

Other duties as assigned.

POSITION STANDARDSGood Manufacturing Practices (GMP) No Jewelry No Visible Piercings Restrained Hair No Food or Gum Visible ID Badge Steel Toe Shoes Unsoiled/Untorn Clothing No Drinks other than Plain Water Smoking ONLY in designated areas No Polished/False FingernailsSafety Employees must follow standard operating procedures to ensure a safe working environmentPhysical Requirements/Range Of Motion Walking Sitting Standing Reaching Kneeling Climbing Bending Squatting Lift 50 lbs with assistance Lift 50+ to 100 lbs with assistance Push or Pull up to 50lbsWorking Conditions Outside of Office Hot or Cold Temperatures A variety of dusts may be present Chemicals may be Present Walking surfaces may be unevenCleaning Duties Sweep Dust Vacuum Wipe Down Machinery Keep Work and Surrounding Areas Neat Wipe roller table surfaces with water and cleaner Dispose of TrashIt is the company's desire to provide a healthful and safe workplace free from substance and alcohol abuse.

The goal of this policy is to ensure that its employees are free from current substance and alcohol abuse, to maintain a drug and alcohol-free environment and to reduce the potential for unnecessary accidents, injuries and fatalities. We have an obligation to our employees and the public at large to take the necessary and reasonable steps to assure safety in the workplace. The use of alcohol and drugs poses a serious threat, and we intend to do all that we can to maintain a safe, healthful and productive working environment.

The Company is committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and abuse in the workplace and has adopted this policy in which all employees are required to report to work in an apporoprate mental and physical condition to perform their jobs in a satisfactory manner.