Position Summary: This position is responsible for general production work in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art fresh cut produce facility, including cutting, packing, and assembling many types of fresh produce.
Job Responsibilities
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Follow safety, quality, and operational procedures.
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Maintain a clean and safe work area.
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Adhere to all rules of safety and regulatory compliance including (USDA, QTV, FDA, OSHA, SQF, etc.)
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Ensure quality standards are being met throughout entire process
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Ability to cut fresh produce by hand using knives or other hand tools.
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Pack and assemble fresh cut produce.
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Walk, stand, balance, push, pull, reach and be able to lift up to 25lbs. on a regular basis.
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Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
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Move and grasp items with both hands; hear and see well.
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Work in a cold environment with temperatures that range from 35 to 38 degrees.
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Follow uniform policies related to working in a food production facility.
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Wear steel/composite/aluminum toe, slip resistant safety shoes/boots.
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Must be able to work around cleaning chemicals - for example chlorine and sanitizer. Must be able to work in an environment with ammonia.
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Other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Educational Requirements
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HS Diploma or GED required
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At least 6months of food processing experience
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At least 6 months experience with large scale food preparation equipment and techniques
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Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include holidays and weekends
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18 years of age
Skills and Requirements
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Read and write basic English
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Must have a strong mindset and uphold standards of machine safety and operational procedures-Complete inspections before and after usage
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Must have technology proficiencies and be able to learn how to operate equipment with the Machine Interface responsible for creating recipes.
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Ability to navigate the operational features of the machine and ability to troubleshoot equipment to determine root causes of equipment stoppages.
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Monitor machinery operation to identify concerns and make corrections or report complex problems.
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Ensure machines are in optimal working condition to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
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Basic troubleshooting with machinery.
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Attention to detail regarding the working condition of the equipment including quality of seal of bags, cups, and blade sharpness
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Keen attention to detail and responsible for Food Safety Quality Inspection of Raw Materials
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Ability to work at a fast pace while maintaining safety awareness, including in the warehouse
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Ability to communicate effectively with different departments to deliver expected customer service levels
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Ability to be cross trained on various areas of the production floor
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Must plan production runs to reduce change overs and manage time effectively
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Have Leadership skills and work well with a team