Packaging Associate - 1st Shift

KETTLE CUISINE LLC•Savage, MD

1d•$17 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

This position exists in various departments (Prep, Kitchen, Filling, Packaging) to produce finished product. An individual in this position will be expected to perform additional job-related responsibilities and duties throughout the facility as assigned and or as necessary. Role and Responsibilities Prep: Operate equipment such as dicers, sous vide packaging sealers, ovens, and tumblers Process produce and/or protein Monitor temperatures of product Read and execute recipe procedures Measure and weigh ingredients Kitchen: Operate equipment such as kettles, baggers, sous vide packaging sealers, and steam ovens Monitor temperatures of product Read and execute recipe procedures Prepare and cook sauces, soups, proteins, grains, etc. Measure and weigh ingredients Assembly/Product Packaging: Expedite product between areas for assembly Assemble meal components into trays Pull finished product off the line and place onto racks for transport to Packaging Are Ensure finished product conforms to specifications Removed damaged products as needed Responsible for packaging and product changeovers Maintain clean work area through good housekeeping practices Keep daily records of product, temperatures, weights, and down time All Areas: Accountable to ensuring compliance with all food safety, quality standards and good manufacturing practices including allergen handling. Required to maintain documentation that demonstrates regulatory compliance for all policies pertaining to HACCP, USDA and FDA mandates. Performs/responsible to adhere to all required quality/ food safety checks including data sheets and other controlled documents. Demonstrates competency to clean, assemble, operate and troubleshoot machinery respective to each functional area within ingredient preparation. Follows all established safety protocols (LOTO, Work at Height, Wet, Cold Environment and wears required PPE, for example: (Safety glasses, steal toe boots, gloves, aprons, sleeves, ear plugs, hard hat, etc). Perform tasks to support other departments when directed Performs all other duties as assigned

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the food industry
Must be available to work overtime and weekends
Ability to learn system logic and operate HMI/control panels and fine tune equipment for minor and major adjustments
Self-directed, able to keep oneself busy and flow to the work
Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively
High ethical standards, strong values, integrity. Drive to deliver results, pride in personal and team performance, decision quality, and action oriented are fundamental imperatives
Ability to communicate effectively with team members and internal/external customers
Demonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issues
Self-starter able to conceptualize and drive initiatives forward
Positive attitude and motivated by contributing to the overall success of the team
Able to develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Creative problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail, well organized and able to juggle many projects at once
Comfortable moving at a fast pace and in ambiguous environments
Willing to address difficult situations head on with patience and respect

Responsibilities

Operate equipment such as dicers, sous vide packaging sealers, ovens, and tumblers
Process produce and/or protein
Monitor temperatures of product
Read and execute recipe procedures
Measure and weigh ingredients
Operate equipment such as kettles, baggers, sous vide packaging sealers, and steam ovens
Prepare and cook sauces, soups, proteins, grains, etc.
Expedite product between areas for assembly
Assemble meal components into trays
Pull finished product off the line and place onto racks for transport to Packaging Are
Ensure finished product conforms to specifications
Removed damaged products as needed
Responsible for packaging and product changeovers
Maintain clean work area through good housekeeping practices
Keep daily records of product, temperatures, weights, and down time
Accountable to ensuring compliance with all food safety, quality standards and good manufacturing practices including allergen handling.
Required to maintain documentation that demonstrates regulatory compliance for all policies pertaining to HACCP, USDA and FDA mandates.
Performs/responsible to adhere to all required quality/ food safety checks including data sheets and other controlled documents.
Demonstrates competency to clean, assemble, operate and troubleshoot machinery respective to each functional area within ingredient preparation.
Follows all established safety protocols (LOTO, Work at Height, Wet, Cold Environment and wears required PPE, for example: (Safety glasses, steal toe boots, gloves, aprons, sleeves, ear plugs, hard hat, etc).
Perform tasks to support other departments when directed
Performs all other duties as assigned