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Hewitt Foods Vermont Production Technician in Shelburne, Vermont

This job was posted by https://www.vermontjoblink.com : For more information, please see: https://www.vermontjoblink.com/jobs/1337103

As a production worker employee you will be primarily working with raw product that requires further processing such as grinding, cutting, shaving, seasoning, and packaging.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Sanitize all materials and processing equipment at the beginning of each shift and during shift as necessary.
  • Maintain a clean and sanitary environment for food preparation, processing, storage and packaging. Dispose of trash, cardboard and food scraps appropriately.
  • Safely and correctly set-up, operate and disassemble food processing equipment.
  • Follow all of company policies, standard operating procedures, written instructions and product specifications.
  • Report any issues or concerns that may impact food safety or quality.
  • Load/unload raw materials into processing equipment such as grinders, tumblers, slicers, stuffers, etc.
  • Learn from superiors, look for improvement opportunities and work with your team to increase efficiency, reduce scrap and improve production yields.
  • Verify that each finished item meets the quality standards of the company and matches product specs.
  • Label, store, package finished product per internal procedures.
  • Maintain segregation of allergens and product grades (i.e. organic, ABF free, grass fed, cook-only).
  • Regularly check product temperatures to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Assist with research and development of new products, equipment, and processes.
  • Perform other related duties and responsibilities as specified by superiors.

Job Qualifications & Requirements:

  • Completion of a high school diploma or GED program preferred but not required.
  • Ability to follow all appropriate safety standards in food production.
  • Knowledge of basic math, reading comprehension and writing skills.
  • Experience working in food production environment or mechanical equipment preferred.
  • High attention to detail, strong work ethic, work well in a team environment and communicates effectively.
  • Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. repeatedly and stand for entirety of shift.

Work Environment:

  • Hourly position, regularly requires overtime (40+ hour position)
  • Shift will be spent standing.
  • Temperatures at or below 50F.
  • Production Environment includes the following:
    • Slippery floors
    • Cleaning chemicals
    • Industrial equipment, forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.
    • Sharp objects (knives, hooks, blades, etc.)
  • Safety gear, personal protective equipment, and training is provided to limit known hazards.

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