What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ice Cream Packer - St Louis- Brentwood, MO position at Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.?
This is a position as an Ice Cream Packer on 2nd shift at Ice Cream Specialties (a division of Prairie Farms Dairy) in Brentwood, MO. The starting hourly rate is $19.09 and after successfully completing the 3 month probation goes to $21.21 an hour. Ice Cream Specialties is a part of the Brentwood community that prides itself in producing delicious ice cream novelties, as well as offering a safe, friendly, atmosphere with a controlled climate! Apply today and see the benefits in store for you.
2nd shift hours: 3 PM – 11:00 PM, Monday - Friday (some mandatory Saturdays)
What is an Ice Cream Packer?
As a Packer, you'll help with placing product onto the machine, and packaging individually wrapped ice cream novelties into cartons for shipping and retail sale for the external customer. The machines at our facility run products such as: keto ice cream bars, strawberry shortcake, chocolate éclair bars, fudge bars, sundae cups and much more! Did we mention you can eat free ice cream on your breaks?
What are the responsibilities of an Ice Cream Packer?
- Filling dispensers with cartons, cones cups and other raw materials and supplies
- Packing cartons into cardboard boxes or sleeves
- Taping and/or wrapping
- Rotate positions on different fill machines
- Work with different filler machines setups throughout week
- Monitor quality of the product
- Other duties assigned by supervisor
What are the essential skills and experience needed to be an Ice Cream Packer?
- Ability to adjust to speed and setup of filler machine operation
- Hand and wrist movement to grasp, hold and pack consistently
- Put correct number of items for placement into machine
- Ability to stand while working (breaks and lunch are rest periods split up during your shift to relax and sit down)
- Time Management
- Strong team player: ability to communicate with a multitude of plant personnel
- Flexibility to assist with other tasks as needed
- The ability to work Saturdays is necessary!
Nonessential Skills:
- This is an entry level position, but previous food service experience or packaging is a plus!
- We are looking for candidates with a stable work history
- Prefer the candidate have manufacturing or packing experience
What is the work environment for a Packer at Ice Cream Specialties?
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to work at various speeds. The noise level in the work environment can be extremely loud and proper ear protection is provided by the company. The production floor is room temperature (you won't be working in the freezer itself).
What are the physical demands of the job?
Employee hired for this position are required to be able to work standing over 8 hour shift. Must be able to stoop, kneel, reach, lift and must be able to work under these conditions every day. This job requires frequent lifting of supplies and raw materials up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. This position requires good corrected hearing.
What are some of the benefits and incentives provided?
- Orientation & Training to help you succeed.
- Free ice cream on your breaks!
- Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision) after completing 30 days of employment benefits will start on the 1st of the following month
- Retirement/401K
- Vacation PTO
All applicants must pass a urine drug test, breathalyzer and physical along with agreeing to a background check prior to working for our company
Salary : $19 - $21