1st Shift Food Inspector

HANOVER FOODS CORPORATION•Centre Hall, PA

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Hanover Foods Corporation is seeking an entry-level Food Inspector for its Centre Hall, Pennsylvania location. The role involves learning and performing production and entrée inspection and packaging operations, removing defects and foreign materials from products, and minimizing waste. The position pays $17 per hour and includes a benefits package offering medical, dental, prescription drug, and 401(k) benefits.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and understand English.
General skills to complete job requirements satisfactorily.
Ability to communicate clearly.
Ability to work well with employees and management.
Attention to detail and accuracy in recordkeeping.
Ability to physically lift 50 pounds, if necessary.

Responsibilities

Construct boxes or cartons and insert liners when required.
Place product into boxes or cartons.
Weigh product before closing and stacking.
Inspect cartons and boxes to ensure they are properly sealed and have the correct day code affixed.
Place boxes and cartons on pallets.
Move boxes and pallets to designated areas when required.
Inspect products, remove defects and foreign materials, and report specific findings to the Supervisor and/or Lead on duty.
Keep work areas clean in accordance with good housekeeping practices.
Follow food safety, legality, quality, food security, and plant security policies and procedures, including GMPs and HACCP.
Follow common safety practices and procedures, including wearing required protective clothing and equipment.
Adhere to plant hygiene standards to ensure product integrity.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor and/or Lead.