Production Assember (3rd Shift)

Tovala•Chicago, IL

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Tovala is a food-tech company combining hardware, software, and fresh food delivery to make home cooking simple. The Production Assembler works on Tovala’s food production team, preparing and packing food products. The role includes portioning and packaging food, preparing packaging inventory, and assembling meals on the packing line for shipment to customers. The position involves working in a production space that may be crowded, noisy, and dusty, with cold temperatures common in the facility.

Requirements

Ability to follow written or verbal instructions.
Ability to weigh, measure, or otherwise portion food.
Basic arithmetic.
Ability to stand and/or walk for up to 8 or more hours per day in a cold environment.
Ability to lift, push, and/or pull up to 25 pounds frequently.
Ability to use hands and fingers for fine manipulation.
Vision for machine operation and food handling.
Ability to hear.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment for food safety.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Previous food or other manufacturing experience.
Food certifications and licenses as required.

Responsibilities

Portion vegetables, grains, spices, and sauces into small plastic bags or corresponding containers.
Inspect products for quality.
Make small cardboard boxes.
Pack products into boxes.
Insulate shipping boxes.
Label finished products for shipping.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Work with the team to meet daily production goals.
Report food safety and quality problems to personnel authorized to initiate action.
Follow procedures in the Food Safety Plan, Food Quality Plan, and other programs supporting the SQF system and third-party programs or audits.