Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Downers Grove, IL we are a world-class contract manufacturer producing wholesome baked goods, snacks and packaged foods for many of the world’s leading food companies. As one of the largest and fastest growing food co-manufacturing companies in the US, we are the proud owner and operator of over 35 facilities globally. Our nearly 10,000 employee-strong organization is leading the way and setting new standards for quality, safety, flexibility and efficiency while feeding families around the globe.
Hearthside’s exceptional growth stems from its ability to address real-world problems for customers of all shapes and sizes, and by our resolute commitment to our belief that there are no great companies without great culture. Our culture of personal empowerment enables growth, learning, and continuous improvement every day!
We are steadfast in our ambition to be the indispensable and most trusted partner to our customers and need your help to do it! Join Hearthside and enjoy a competitive package, outstanding benefits and a diverse work environment.
JOB SUMMARY PALLETIZER OPERATOR: MUST BE FORKLIFT CERTIFIED
This position has the responsibility to always comply with Safety work rules as well as an obligation to reinforce Safety as a Core Value. Ensures that all policies, procedures, and activities, related to Food Safety & Quality, are followed, and complied with uniformly, to reduce product and process variability.
The purpose of the robotic palletizing operator is to monitor the robotic palletizing machines, following all safety policies and procedures, as they collect cases/cartons according to product SKU and line.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adhere to safety policies such as LOTO, PPE, PIT and
• Assumes personal responsibility to insure safe and healthy workplace for everyone.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and incorporate safety and health in all jobs and tasks.
• Always ensures regulatory compliance.
• Adhere to safety policies such as LOTO, PPE, PIT and Housekeeping
• Operate the robotic palletizing machines ensuring cases are properly stacked according to product SKU and line.
• Ensure all full pallets are indexed and wrapped with plastic.
• Enter data into the SAP system.
• Maintain frequent communication with leads and/or supervisor.
• Keep empty pallets, slip sheets and other necessary supplies on hand for the job.
• Work through the HMI (Human Machine Interface)
• Determine if product meets proper specifications or not and take corrective action as needed.
• Stack cases of product manually as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and general good housekeeping of the palletizing area, keeping all debris and dirt swept up.
• Clear case jams and reset machine and pallet count when/if needed.
• Troubleshoot basic machine faults and follow prompting.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Certification
• Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO)
• Ability lifts to 50 lbs. safely when handling pallets for hand stacking finished outgoing product.
• Ability to work independently at times.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to travel stairs.

Hearthside is an Equal Opportunity Employer.