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