FOOD PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE

Food Production Associate I

Position summary:

The Production Associate I is responsible for handling ingredients used in the manufacture of wholesome, high-quality products. To do this, the associate must follow established guidelines and regulatory standards.

Primary responsibilities:

• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices
• Follow all required work safe practices, including use of PPE in designated areas, safe chemical handling, etc.
• Portion ingredients exactly as specified in the recipe using scales and performing basic math when necessary
• Maintain a safe, clean and orderly work area, including utensils and equipment
• Report any at-risk safety, health and environmental concerns or conditions to management immediately
• Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately
• Assist in line changeovers in a safe, quality conscious and efficient manner
• Maintain communication with members of your department and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may impact production efficiency
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements and minimum education level:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• 6 months of food related experience preferred.
• Must follow Elevation Foods attendance policy
• Must be able to read recipes and do basic math
• Must be able to stand, walk, push or pull for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift to 50 pounds occasionally including overhead
• Must be able to work in a wet environment. Some exposure to cleaning chemicals
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays
• Be able to effectively work in a team environment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screens (including drug, background and criminal checks)
• Identify known allergenic reactions at point of hire
• Exhibit an open-minded approach and a willingness to learn new areas of the business

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in food processing or packaging
• Mechanical mindset for cleaning, setting up and operating production equipment
• Experience in food-based sanitation
• Experience in Quality and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP's) in a food processing environment.
• Experience in Continuous Performance environment that can be quantified