Food Production Teammate FT - Commissary

Northeast Grocery•Town of Rotterdam, NY

1d•$1 - $20

About The Position

Supports accurate, efficient, and safe packaging of ready-to-eat (RTE) products in the commissary. Ensures finished food items are properly portioned, sealed, labeled, and prepared for distribution while maintaining high standards of food safety, quality, and sanitation.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES· Pack RTE items according to batch specifications, packaging requirements, and customer expectations. · Operate basic packaging equipment (e.g., sealers, labelers, portioners) in accordance with safety and food handling protocols. · Verify product weights, portion sizes, labeling, and packaging integrity. · Assemble packaging components and ensure availability at workstations. · Assist with final boxing, palletizing, and staging of finished goods for shipment. · Maintain clean and organized packaging stations and adhere to sanitation and allergen control procedures. · Complete packaging logs, lot tracking forms, and cleaning checklists as required. · Communicate product discrepancies, equipment issues, or production delays to supervisors promptly. · Support prep and ingredient staging as needed. · Follow all GMPs, PPE requirements, and food safety protocols at all times. · Report any food safety, quality, or GMP concerns to Supervisors or FSQA immediately.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
No prior experience required; commissary or food production experience is a plus.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and complete basic documentation.
Willingness to work in cold, wet, or variable temperature environments.
Dependable attendance and positive team attitude required.
Strong attention to detail and quality.
Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks with accuracy.
Basic understanding of food handling and packaging standards.
Effective communication and team collaboration.
Commitment to safety and cleanliness.

Nice To Haves

No prior experience required; commissary or food production experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Pack RTE items according to batch specifications, packaging requirements, and customer expectations.
Operate basic packaging equipment (e.g., sealers, labelers, portioners) in accordance with safety and food handling protocols.
Verify product weights, portion sizes, labeling, and packaging integrity.
Assemble packaging components and ensure availability at workstations.
Assist with final boxing, palletizing, and staging of finished goods for shipment.
Maintain clean and organized packaging stations and adhere to sanitation and allergen control procedures.
Complete packaging logs, lot tracking forms, and cleaning checklists as required.
Communicate product discrepancies, equipment issues, or production delays to supervisors promptly.
Support prep and ingredient staging as needed.
Follow all GMPs, PPE requirements, and food safety protocols at all times.
Report any food safety, quality, or GMP concerns to Supervisors or FSQA immediately.