Food Production Lead

Charlie's Produce • Seattle, WA

102d • $24 - $26

About The Position

CP Fresh is our fresh food processing and value-added division. At CP Fresh we make healthy, fresh food items as well as value-added fresh cut fruit and vegetables for use in a wide base of our retail and foodservice customers. CP Fresh was established in 2016 and is now a growing innovative leader in the fresh food world. We are looking for a dynamic & creative team oriented person to help us grow! Charlie's Produce is a privately owned wholesale produce company. We are the largest privately owned produce wholesaler on the West Coast, and we are growing. The secret to our success in this industry is PEOPLE! We strive to hire the best and we reward them with a working environment that fosters loyalty, stability, innovation, and growth. Charlie's was founded in quality, and we are proud that it is still our focus. With a team of dedicated people who are passionate about food, supply chain, and their community we are looking for like minded individuals to help further our goal to enhance our communities through quality produce.

Requirements

• Ability to read/write/record data in English and perform mathematical calculations.
• Must have basic computer skills (Microsoft Word Programs).
• Able to work in cold a refrigerated environment of 34 -37 degrees.
• Ability to direct a diverse group of people with excellent written or oral communication.
• Attendance is critical; Lead must be dependable to report to work on time and work a flexible schedule.
• Required to follow 'Safety policy' and report employee accidents or unsafe work conditions to Production Supervisor.
• Must have working knowledge and experience in the preparation of food items.
• Ability to work under more than average stressful conditions.
• Ability to perform work in limited physical space with variable ventilation.
• At least 1+ years of Production and Processing leadership experience.
• Intermediate word and excel skills for correspondence and reporting duties.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the processing team at this facility and meet recipe specifications and build orders as determined by the processing allocation.
• Provide a safe & clean work environment for self and other team members.
• Adhere to existing corporate policies and procedures in the Production Department.
• Follow all allergen procedures.
• Ensure audits and preventative maintenance schedules are performed to established procedures.
• Provide the Production Supervisor with objective feedback.
• Meet or exceed daily production requirements per product specifications as set by production planning.
• Review daily processing allocation and plan and prioritize daily work schedule to meet daily production requirements.
• Alert team members to any special instructions and updates the team about any production add-ons.
• Ensure Production crew is processing food according to HACPP and GMP regulations.
• Oversee that crew is safely using equipment as necessary in preparation of food service items by providing training and appropriate PPE.
• Operate all functions of position alone and without assistance if necessary.
• Fill in for the Production Supervisor when absent.
• Coordinate the start-of-shift with the Processing Manager and other leads.
• Check order sheets and other written instructions to meet customer specifications.
• Review daily documents filled out by the different lines for food safety requirements.
• Assist with the communication with the processors to make sure that product is available and the lines work efficiently.
• Ensure that materials needed to produce the product are available and pulled from the warehouse.
• Fill in when necessary and assist with training new employees.
• Assist the processing supervisor and manager with employee relation policies and to safety and health requirements in the food handling and storage areas.
• Be responsible for quality and food safety.
• Represent the team at team meetings if necessary.
• Share in minor repair work and housekeeping responsibilities for the work area.

Benefits

• An amazing company culture!
• Medical/Dental/Vision on the first of the month following hire.
• ESOP (Profit Sharing) and 401(k).
• Paid vacations, paid holidays.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits, and onsite parking.
• Coverage under State Sick Leave.
• 100% Prepaid College Tuition for employees and their dependents.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: No Education Listed