Fresh Processor

Mutual Trading Company • Austin, TX

3d • $17 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Established in 1926, Mutual Trading Co., Inc. has grown from a small co-op for Japanese immigrants in Southern California to a leading Japanese foodservice supplier and a promoter of Japanese foods worldwide. The company imports, manufactures, and distributes over 7,000 Japanese food items, beverages, and restaurant equipment. This role is based in Austin, TX, and operates from 8 AM to 5 PM.

Requirements

• Basic level English required – Read/write/speak/listen.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and afterhours as needed.
• Able to operate warehouse machinery (such as electric pallet jack, stand up stacker) in compliance with safety guidelines.
• Ability to follow GMP, HACCP, and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to safely use knives and seafood processing tools.
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Ability to adapt to frequent changes in assignments and workload.

Nice To Haves

• Other language such as Spanish, Korea, Japanese or Chinese is a plus.
• Experience with fish processing equipment and techniques is preferred.
• Knowledge of seafood types and quality indicators.
• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience preferred.
• 2+ years of relevant experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Japanese foods preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle fresh seafood processing (cutting, scaling and cleaning fish).
• Maintain proper fish storage by organizing and correctly receiving deliveries, and ensure processing areas are kept clean and sanitized at all times.
• Assist with loading and unloading of fish shipments.
• Pack fresh seafood orders for customers.
• Sort and grade fish based on size, species, and quality standards.
• Perform quality checks on all fish products to ensure they meet established standards and remove products that do not meet the required standards.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe working environment in compliance with food safety requirements.
• Record and document relevant information, including quantities, weights and types of fish received.
• Comply with all applicable food safety, health and workplace safety regulations.
• Meet daily production and operational targets as assigned.
• Adhere to Company attendance policies and designated work schedule to keep consistent and reliable attendance.
• Attend company events and functions outside of normal working hours.
• Perform other duties as required from manager.
• Obligation to answer to all management as requested.

Benefits

• All paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees and their dependents
• Life Insurance and 401k Plan with company match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED