Brightstack Operator

At Furmano Foods, you’ll become part of a family-owned business with a purpose far greater than profit. Rooted in faith and tradition since 1921, we are passionate about producing quality, nutritious food, serving others with humility, and stewarding the land for future generations. As a values-driven organization, we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact.

 The Britestack Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently stacking, organizing, and preparing cans for packaging and distribution in a food production or manufacturing facility. This role ensures that cans are correctly aligned, labeled, and stacked according to company standards and quality requirements. The Britestack Operator works closely with production and quality control staff to maintain a smooth product flow, minimize downtime, and support a clean, organized work environment. Attention to detail, manual dexterity, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential for success in this role.

Education: High school diploma or GED required; equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.

Experience / Qualifications:

· High school diploma or equivalent required.

· 1–2 years of experience in a manufacturing, production, or packaging environment preferred.

· Prior experience operating automated or semi-automated machinery is highly desirable.

· Mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand and troubleshoot basic machine operations.

· Ability to read and follow work orders, safety procedures, and production instructions.

· Basic math and counting skills; able to maintain accurate production records if required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Food safety is the responsibility of every employee. Any issues should be brought to the immediate attention of area supervisor of manager.

1. Must be able to operate any brightstacker at speed of production

2. Must be able to inspect pallets making decisions as to their acceptability

and condition for usage

3. Must be able to accurately induct inventory information, including code

changes.

4. Stack cans squarely to avoid damages

5. Any and all jobs assigned by supervisor

6. Maintain a positive teamwork atmosphere by actions, communicating

and helping co-workers.

7. Maintain a clean work environment throughout shift.

8. Effective cross-departmental communication.

Skills and Abilities:

1. Must be mechanically inclined in order to do changeover

2. Must have Speed and Coordination

3. Must be accurate in order to induct inventory

4. Safety minded and conscientious

5. Must have the ability to operate a forklift and pass a company

certification test for Forklift operation.

Physical Requirements:

Body Movements – the amount of time spent performing each physical requirement:

Ø Occasional - 1/3 or less

Ø Frequent – 1/3 to 2/3

Ø Continuous – 2/3 or more

Standing: Frequent to Continuous

Walking: Frequent to Continuous

Sitting: Minimal

Lifting: Occasional to frequent (heavy duty position / ability to lift 50lbs)

Carrying: Occasional to frequent (Heavy duty position / ability to carry 50lbs)

Climbing: Occasional

Climbing Stairs: Occasional

Climbing ladders: Occasional

Crawling: Occasional

Working in kneeling position: Occasional

Working with arms extended at shoulder level or above: Minimal

Twisting and Turning: Frequent to continuous

Reaching: Occasional to frequent

Bending: Occasional to frequent

Driving: Occasional to Minimal

Pushing and Pulling: Occasional to Frequent

Hand Movement: Manual dexterity

Ø Simple grasping: frequent

Ø Fine manipulation: NA

Operating Equipment: Continuous (Brightstacker and shrink wrapper)

Position Requirements:

Ø Position requires a minimum height of 5’6”

Ø Back strength needed for repetitive bending required

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee Profit Sharing
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Onsite Nurse
• Corporate Chaplin

Employment Disclaimer:

This position is based in Pennsylvania and is considered "at-will." This means that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any reason not prohibited by law.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including those prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under the law.

This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or limit the supervisor’s ability to modify work assignments as appropriate to meet the needs of the organization.

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