Blast Freezer Operator

Ramar Foods • Pittsburg, CA

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About The Position

Key Responsibilities
Offloading & Transfers: Assist with offloading finished goods (4:00 AM – 5:30 AM), palletizing, wrapping, and recording counts before transfer to warehouse staff.
Pre-Operation Support: Assist production crew with pre-op tasks including labeling boxes, staging packaging materials, and assembling equipment as needed.
Blast Freezer Operations: Load cases/units from conveyor belts into blast freezer racks in production order. Maintain rack organization for FIFO and product traceability.
Safety & Compliance: Follow GMPs, food safety protocols, and PPE requirements while working in extreme cold.
Cross-Support: Perform other duties as assigned to support production and warehouse operations.
Required Key Skills and Qualifications
To thrive in this position, candidates must bring a commitment to inclusivity, transparency, and growth. Essential skills include:
Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in food manufacturing, warehouse, or production environments preferred.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
Physical Ability: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for long periods, and work in extreme freezer conditions (-20°F to -32°F).
Team Player: Collaborative, dependable, and adaptable to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Attention to Detail: Maintains accuracy in product handling, FIFO rotation, and count verification.
Previous cold storage or blast freezer experience.
Familiarity with warehouse operations, palletizing, or product handling.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work in a blast freezer environment (-20°F to -32°F) for extended periods with protective gear.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs.
Standing, bending, repetitive motions, and pallet handling throughout the shift.
Work Environment:
Cold Temperature: This position requires the ability to work in a cold storage environment, with temperatures typically ranging from 0°F to -30°F. Protective clothing and equipment are provided.
Physical Demands: The role involves repetitive motions, standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying heavy products (up to 50 lbs) for long periods of time.
Safety-Focused: A strong emphasis on safety, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), adherence to health and safety guidelines, and awareness of warehouse safety procedures.
Team-Oriented: Collaborative work environment where team members support one another to meet goals and ensure smooth warehouse operations.
Fast-Paced: The environment is dynamic, requiring workers to quickly adapt and perform tasks efficiently to meet daily quotas and shipping deadlines.
Noise Level: Moderate to high noise level due to equipment operations, such as forklifts and other machinery.
Commitment to Inclusion
At Ramar Foods, we believe in a skills-first approach to employment. This means focusing on what you can do and how you can grow, rather than traditional metrics alone. We are committed to adhering to anti-exclusion practices, removing barriers to access, and enhancing opportunities for all individuals based on merit and potential.

Your skills, experiences, and perspective are valuable - and we want to empower you to make your mark here with us.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience in food manufacturing, warehouse, or production environments preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for long periods, and work in extreme freezer conditions (-20°F to -32°F).
• Collaborative, dependable, and adaptable to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintains accuracy in product handling, FIFO rotation, and count verification.
• Ability to work in a blast freezer environment (-20°F to -32°F) for extended periods with protective gear.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs.
• Standing, bending, repetitive motions, and pallet handling throughout the shift.

Nice To Haves

• Previous cold storage or blast freezer experience.
• Familiarity with warehouse operations, palletizing, or product handling.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with offloading finished goods (4:00 AM – 5:30 AM), palletizing, wrapping, and recording counts before transfer to warehouse staff.
• Assist production crew with pre-op tasks including labeling boxes, staging packaging materials, and assembling equipment as needed.
• Load cases/units from conveyor belts into blast freezer racks in production order.
• Maintain rack organization for FIFO and product traceability.
• Follow GMPs, food safety protocols, and PPE requirements while working in extreme cold.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support production and warehouse operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees