Production Associate II - Shift 1

Rich Products Corporation

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Rich's, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company that inspires possibilities with products like cakes, icings, pizza, appetizers, and specialty toppings used globally. The company provides creative solutions to food industry professionals in various sectors. With over 13,500 associates in 100 countries and annual sales of $5.8 billion, Rich's is a global leader focused on family values. The Production Associate II will be responsible for the preparation and packaging of frozen extruded or specialty food products (such as French toast and cheese) on production lines at the Brunswick facility. This involves tasks like handling, aligning, inspecting, or packing ingredients, food, or packaging materials. The role contributes to the company's profit and well-being by performing tasks safely, efficiently, with quality and cost-consciousness, and by working cooperatively with team leaders and co-workers.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Possess basic math and computer skills, as well as good communication skills, both verbal and written
Responsible for knowing and adhering to Good Manufacturing Standards
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and operating instructions
Ability to complete reports and forms
Ability to understand and follow safety rules and instructions
Able to work around flour and cinnamon and other bakery ingredients as part of the daily activities
Frequently required standing, reaching, bending, kneeling and moving about the facility
Able to work in both a hot and cold environment
Works in high noise areas and use mandatory hearing protection
Works with potentially hazardous chemicals and/or equipment
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a food processing/manufacturing/industrial environment is a plus

Responsibilities

Communicate effectively in group or team environment about safety, product quality
Report all work place safety concerns to the appropriate personnel and takes corrective action when appropriate
Promote a culture of safety and efficiency by adhering to plant safety and work rules
Ensure fellow associates are aware of and in compliance with all safety rules
Approach safety with a positive attitude and watches out for the wellbeing of others
Support plants’ 6s initiative by keeping supplies and equipment organized
Observe all safety rules and regulations
Palletize finished cases per specifications
Ensure that each case is properly labeled
Ensure that each case is properly packaged and sealed
Push and pull large amounts of weight with the use of an electric pallet jack or hand pallet jack
Perform similar or associated duties as necessary to accomplish job objectives in an effective manner as assigned by Shift Lead
Supply packaging materials as needed
Maintain a safe and clean work environment throughout the plant according to GMP and Safety Guidelines
Ensure product meets all Quality and GMP standards
Operate processing equipment
Portion and scale ingredients and verifies process control point and product quality
Manage work in process
Assist Quality Assurance in obtaining samples of products
Ensure products meets specifications (i.e. weights, temperature, etc.) set by Quality Assurance
Monitor use of safety devices and equipment, general housekeeping and maintains a constant alert for hazardous conditions and practices
Operate mixing equipment according to established SOPs
May make adjustments to ensure quality and correct and consistent weights
Complete production reports as required