Production Coordinator (64731)

Thistle Health • Burlington, NJ

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About The Position

The Production Coordinator works in Thistle’s Production department and reports to the Supervisor, Production. This role helps ensure ready-to-eat meals and other products are plated, packed, and prepared for customer delivery. The coordinator runs production and packing lines and guides a group of employees to sustain momentum, uphold quality standards, and improve floor efficiency. The role requires attention to detail, efficiency, and commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Thistle makes fully prepared meals, snacks, desserts, and organic cold-pressed juices. The company was founded in 2013 with a mission to help people get and stay healthy while improving the sustainability of the food system.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of manufacturing experience.
• Flexibility in scheduling, including availability for weekends and early mornings.
• Punctuality, consistent attendance, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to move, lift, carry, pull, or push objects up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods and to stoop, kneel, bend, and reach.
• Comfort working consistently in a refrigerated environment.
• Proficiency in completing process-control documentation, including meal weights, label verification, meal specifications, and portion control.
• Understanding of Quality Control station functions and ability to serve as the first and end-of-line checkpoint.
• Obtain a state-designated or equivalent Food Handlers Certification within 30 days of starting.

Nice To Haves

• Food manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Plate ready-to-eat meals to meet presentation standards and quality benchmarks.
• Pack meals and products into customer bags or boxes, ensuring all items are included and protected for delivery.
• Perform quality checks on meals and products before they leave the facility.
• Work efficiently to meet production schedules and prepare and package customer orders on time.
• Collaborate with the production team and supporting departments to streamline processes and maintain an efficient workflow.
• Run production and packing lines and guide employees to maintain momentum, quality, and efficiency.
• Complete process-control documentation, including meal weights, label verification, meal specifications, and portion control.
• Serve as the first and end-of-line checkpoint and understand Quality Control station functions.

What This Job Offers

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