Topo Chico - General Laborer

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Company : Compañía Topo Chico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Plant / Distribution Center : Topo Chico Department : Bottling Production

MISSION

Support in ensuring that pallets of finished products — both PET and non-returnable glass — meet the required conditions for proper storage.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assist in correctly assembling pallets of finished product (I-MFA-PR-602 Manual Palletizing Operation Procedure) :

Place and arrange finished product boxes properly and in the order established according to product type and final presentation.

Verify that each box contains the correct number of bottles according to its designated presentation.

Report to Production Supervisor any deviation or issue with the finished product.

Notify the package-forming equipment operator of any anomalies or deviations in the package-forming process.

2. Assist in the proper depalletizing of PET or non-returnable glass containers (I-MFA-PR-302 Manual Depalletizing of Containers) :

Use the full set of safety and hygiene equipment when manually, semi-automatically, or automatically depalletizing non-returnable (PET and glass) containers.

Maintain order in the container depalletizing area.

Constantly inspect that the containers supplied to the line are free of visible defects that could compromise product safety (e.g., contamination, material fragments, etc.).

3. Collaborate in company and group programs and projects :

Actively participate in all implemented programs and projects.

Comply with requirements for proper use, efficiency, and conservation of resources (electric power, water, gas, etc.), as well as raw materials, supplies, packaging, materials, tools, equipment, finished products, and waste.

Comply with programs related to Quality, Order and Cleanliness, Good Hygiene and Manufacturing Practices (BHM’s), Safety and Health, Ecology, and Food Safety.

4. Comply with the Management System and the Continuous Improvement System :

Document, implement, maintain, and improve Management and Continuous Improvement Systems.

Communicate, follow, and ensure compliance with the guidelines established in the documentation of these systems (manuals, procedures, instructions, operational controls, visual aids, or any other documentation) applicable to the process.

Propose and suggest improvements to Management Systems (Quality, Food Safety, Environmental, and Occupational Safety) and Continuous Improvement initiatives.

Comply with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements related to environmental, safety, quality, and food safety management.

Notify the immediate supervisor of any irregularity or anomaly related to environmental performance or identified risks.

Participate in the identification of environmental aspects or hazards and in the assessment of environmental impacts and risks, when required.

Propose operational controls, when necessary, to manage, mitigate, or eliminate environmental or safety risks.

Refer to and apply the Emergency Plan documentation in case of spills.

Use the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required for the assigned workstation.

QUALITY AND FOOD SAFETY ASPECTS

Understand the Quality and Food Safety Policy.b. Collaborate with the Management Team to achieve Quality and Food Safety objectives.c. Support the certification of applicable management standards at the plant.d. Notify the Management Team of any process or product condition that could compromise consumer health or satisfaction.e. Comply with Quality Programs, Food Defense, Order and Cleanliness, Good Hygiene and Manufacturing Practices (BHM’s), and prerequisite programs.f. Keep work areas clean and organized.g. Participate in root cause analyses and follow up on corrective action plans.

ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS

a. Understand and apply the Environmental Policy.b. Collaborate with the Management Team to achieve the Environmental Management System objectives.c. Notify the Management Team of any process situations that could affect the environment.d. Identify, segregate, and remove waste generated in the work area.e. Contribute to the efficient use of resources such as water, electricity, compressed air, paper, lighting, fuels, office materials, and computer equipment, while properly managing waste, wastewater, and protecting soil, subsoil, and rainwater.f. Participate in identifying environmental aspects and impacts.g. Apply the 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle).h. Actively participate in environmental initiatives and audits.i. Participate in Environmental Star Team meetings.j. Contribute ideas, improvements, I-Cards, projects, and cost-saving initiatives within the Continuous Improvement System.k. Do not purchase or use CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons) or asbestos.

SAFETY ASPECTS

a. Understand the Occupational Safety and Wellness Policy.b. Collaborate with the Management Team to achieve Occupational Health and Safety Management System objectives.c. Notify the Management Team of any process situations that may endanger worker health or safety.d. Use the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided and required for assigned tasks.e. Follow established safety operational controls in all areas visited.f. Undergo medical examinations and health checks required by the company’s medical service for health monitoring.g. Participate in the preparation of Job Hazard and Risk Assessments (IPERCs) corresponding to the position.h. Participate in incident investigations.i. Participate in company emergency drills as applicable.

AUTHORITY

Stop production processes if a situation arises that endangers consumer health or satisfaction.b. Suspend activities in any process if serious risks to environmental integrity, worker health, or safety are observed.

EDUCATION :

Minimum Education Required : Completed Secondary Education

Preferred Education : High School Diploma or Technical Education

Languages : Language

Basic

Intermediate

Advanced

N / A

N / A

N / A

N / A

TRAINING

Courses / Workshops / Diplomas :

Quality Management System and its Aspects

Quality Assurance Aspect :

Record Control

Document Control

5 Whys

Quality and Food Safety Policy

ISO 9001 International Standard

HACCP

ISO TS 22000 Prerequisites

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Cross-Contamination / Color Coding

Food Defense

Health Aspect : Hearing Conservation

Personal Hygiene

What to Do in Case of an Accident

Manual Material Handling

High and Low Temperature Work

Safety Aspect :

Fire Prevention and Extinguisher Use (NOM-002-STPS-2008)

PPE Use, Handling, and Disposal (NOM-017-STPS-2008)

Safety Colors and Signals (NOM-026-STPS-2008)

Evacuation Procedure

Dissemination of Policy and the 8 Safety Principles (AC)

Accident and Incident Investigation

Job Hazard and Risk Assessments (IPERCs)

Introduction to OHSAS 18001

Safety through Preventive Observation (Unsafe Acts and Conditions)

EXPERIENCE : Area

Years

Production

Skill

Description

Required

Not Required

Leadership

The ability to guide, develop, influence, and inspire team members and related personnel in a positive manner, in alignment with assigned responsibilities.

Teamwork

The ability to integrate, commit, and collaborate with members of the team, department, company, group, and all internal and external stakeholders to achieve established goals.

Administrative Control

The ability to verify through methods and tools that activities are executed as planned, and to correct deviations , preventing them from recurring.

Decision-Making

The ability to determine appropriate actions in response to a situation, ensuring that the chosen solution is the most effective and suitable.

Emotional Intelligence

The ability to identify, regulate, and manage one’s own emotions , understand others, and establish positive interpersonal relationships aimed at achieving personal, professional, team, and organizational objectives.

Awareness / Conscientiousness

The understanding of right and wrong , allowing one to assess reality, actions, and their consequences, especially one’s own. Being self-aware and sensitive to circumstances.

Communication

The ability to transmit, receive, and comprehend messages effectively through one or multiple channels, ensuring mutual understanding.

WORK RELATIONSHIPS : Internal :

Position / Department

Purpose of the Relationship

Production Supervisor

Information requirements, guidance, management of attendance, leave, and vacation requests.

Production Manager

Feedback regarding requirements and operational needs.

Union

Guidance and information exchange.

Finished Product Warehouse Supervisor

Request and coordination of pallets and the transfer of finished product pallets.

Quality Supervisor

Information regarding segregation of nonconforming products.

External : Position / Entity

Purpose of the Relationship

Workplace : Plant – Topo Chico

Next revision : June 2025