The ASR Group® family of companies make up the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group® companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group® companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group® portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Florida Crystals®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle's®, Sidul® and Whitworths®.  ASR Group® companies also produce and market Tellus®, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane.

 

 

 

 

OVERVIEW: 

The Utility workers are responible for packing brown, powdered, and private label sugar (1, 2, 7, 50 Ib. bags). 

Monday through Friday  with the flexibility to work Saturdays and Sundays as needed is required. Weekend shifts may be mandated based on business needs. 

1st Shift is 6:00 am - 2:30pm 

  

 

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

Pack finished goods into cases, place finished case onto pallet (must be able to lift 50 lbs.). 

Check individual packages for quality issues: 

Back seal 

End seals 

Production date code both on bags and boxes    

Bags and boxes are the same item 

Maintain cleanliness of production area around assigned production line. 

Open re-work, both daily and returned product when necessary. 

Assist machine operator as needed (changing poly, learn basic operations to stop/start machine in event of problems). 

Label boxes as necessary. 

Must know the difference between edible and non-edible products. 

Assist in the cleaning of the plant as required. 

Must understand the basics of the Metal Detectors in terms of rejected bag handling and the basics of the HACCP program. 

Be vigilant for any product contamination and report any contamination or otherwise dangerous issues to line operator or shift supervisor. 

Assist in the plant when needed 

Other duties as assigned 

  

WORK EXPERIENCE 

Prior packaging experience is preferred but not required 

  

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 

HS Diploma or GED preferred but not required 

  

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES) 

Ability to lift up to 50lbs 

Must be able to work 12 hour shifts as scheduled 

Must possess great attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced industrial environment 

Must be able to understand verbal and written English 

Results-focused and detailed oriented 

Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. 

Ability to work well with others 

Flexibility to perform other duties when necessary 

 

PAY RATE:    

Starting rate at 18.00/hour 

  

BENEFITS: 

Up to 3 weeks of vacation your first year 

Paid sick time 

Quarterly bonus program of up to 7% of quarterly gross pay 

Annual merit increases 

24/5 operation with multiple shift options 

Training and career growth opportunity 

Overtime availability 

Competitive benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance, and more) 

Shift Differential: 2nd shift ($1.00); 3rd shift ($1.50) 

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.