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Production Opportunities

KITCHEN SAUSAGE LINE

POSITION TITLE: SAUSAGE LINE ASSOCIATE

DEPARTMENT: Kitchen

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Kitchen Manager

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Sausage Line Associate will assist supervisor on the sausage line stuffing sausage into casings and getting ready for the smoker, to meet or exceed output and productivity goals while ensuring safe actions, environmental compliance, and quality production in a Good Manufacturing Practice food-grade operation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist supervisor on the sausage line, getting sausage ready for the smoker
Placing product on sticks
Tie knots on the end of the casings
Assist supervisor to ensure that all specifications and procedures for quality assurance and control are met
Offers the supervisor all methods of improving the production or organization of work
Work with the room manager to establish a strong team spirit in its department by promoting communication and respect in a non-hostile manner
Performs other tasks at the request of the immediate superior

PERSON TO SUPERVISE:

Supervises no staff

IN COLLABORATION WITH:

Production
Quality Control
Administration

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or G.E.D
Prior food processing experience
Hand and eye coordination

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Good operational judgment (initiative)
Strong commitment to teamwork and concern for others (promote a team-building environment)
High level of personal responsibility and ownership

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Able to work in a cold environment
Wear clean smock, hair net, bump cap, hearing protection, sleeves, safety boots and gloves always.
Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Able to speak effectively, respectfully and professionally to employees of the organization
Follow and promote safe work practices in a team environment

MEAT PROCESSOR

POSITION TITLE: MEAT PROCESSOR

DEPARTMENT: Production

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Department Manager

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:

The meat processor will process meat, which includes, but is not limited to, making, curing, smoking, cutting and slicing meat products based on company specifications. This position will perform various tasks corresponding to the process of preparing the meat (injection, hanging, stalling, and churning of the meat). All in compliance with the standards of wholesomeness, hygiene, health & safety at work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES:

Supply meat for injection and place the pieces of meat on the conveyor of the injector
Mix the products
Participate in the hanging and stalling of bacon bellies
Complete quality and safety reports adequately at established frequencies
Setup, adjust, break down, troubleshoot and operate all of the machinery in the kitchen area to ensure a quality product
Wash machines when changing or at the end of shift when needed
Maintain quality and quantity performance standards
Visually check work after completion for cosmetic appearance and noticeable defects
Maintain necessary records
Maintain work areas and equipment in a clean, orderly, and operable condition
Detect and report improper operations, faulty equipment, defective materials, defective product and unusual conditions to the proper Manager
May assist with other processing-related activities as requested by supervisor

PERSON TO SUPERVISE:

Position without supervision of personnel

IN COLLABORATION WITH:

Quality Control
Production

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or G.E.D
Relevant experiences is a plus
Satisfactory completion of training program

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Very good physical shape (frequently lifting and/or moving up to 60 pounds)
Highly detail oriented and meticulous
Autonomy, versatility, thoroughness and resourcefulness
Good speed of execution (fast paced environment)
Strong commitment to teamwork and concern for others
High level of personal responsibility and ownership

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Basic mathematical skills in weights, temperatures, times and general numbers
Ability to work in a cold environment
Wear clean smock, hair net, bump cap, sleeves, safety boots and gloves at all times
Able to multi-task and work independently
Able to read and follow detailed procedures
Follow safe work practices

PRODUCTION WORKER

POSITION TITLE: PRODUCTION WORKER

DEPARTMENT: Production

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Room Manager

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:

The production team member will perform a variety of tasks related to the manufacturing and packaging of our products in our fast paced refrigerated facility. The basic function of the packager is to do the final processing of the product and package processed meat products. All in compliance with the standards of wholesomeness, hygiene, health & safety at work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES:

Perform the final processing of selected products; such as apply glaze, etc.
Perform a wide variety of packaging tasks including the roll stock machines, slicers and the vacuum machines
Move products and materials as required in performance of duties
Maintain quality and quantity performance standards
Visually check work after completion for cosmetic appearance and noticeable defects
Maintain work areas and equipment in a clean, orderly, and operable condition
Detect and report improper operations, faulty equipment, defective materials, defective product and unusual conditions to the proper Manager
May be assigned to different work stations as production needs require

PERSON TO SUPERVISE:

Position without supervision of personnel

IN COLLABORATION WITH:

Quality Control
Warehouse

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or G.E.D.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Good physical shape (able to lift 50 pounds)
Autonomy, versatility, thoroughness and resourcefulness
Good speed of execution (fast paced environment)
Strong commitment to teamwork and concern for others
High level of personal responsibility and ownership
Highly detail oriented and meticulous
Flexibility and willing for overtime

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Basic mathematical skills in weights, temperatures, times and general numbers
Must be able to work in a cold/hot environment
Wear clean smock, hair net, bump cap, sleeves, gloves and safety boots at all times.
Able to multi-task
Able to read and follow detailed procedures
Follow safe work practices

PACKAGING

POSITION TITLE: PACKAGER

DEPARTMENT: Production RTE & Bacon

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Dept. Manager

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:

The production team member will perform a variety of tasks related to the manufacturing and packaging of our products in our fast-paced refrigerated facility. The basic function of the packager is to do the final processing of the product and package processed meat products. All in compliance with the standards of wholesomeness, hygiene, health & safety at work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES:

Perform a wide variety of packaging tasks including the roll stock machines, slicers and the vacuum machines
Move products and materials as required in performance of duties
Maintain quality and quantity performance standards
Visually check work after completion for cosmetic appearance and noticeable defects
Maintain necessary records
Maintain work areas and equipment in a clean, orderly, and operable condition
May be assigned to different workstations as production needs require

PERSON TO SUPERVISE:

Position without supervision of personnel

IN COLLABORATION WITH:

Quality Control
Warehouse

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or G.E.D.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Good physical shape (able to lift 50 pounds)
Autonomy, versatility, thoroughness, and resourcefulness
Good speed of execution (fast paced environment)
Strong commitment to teamwork and concern for others
High level of personal responsibility and ownership
Highly detail oriented and meticulous

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Basic mathematical skills
Must be able to work in a cold environment
Wear clean smock, hair net, bump cap, sleeves, gloves, and safety boots at all times.
Able to read and follow detailed procedures
Follow safe work practices

BACON COOKER

POSITION TITLE: BACON BIT COOKER

DEPARTMENT: Bacon

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Manager

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position will be responsible for cooking bacon for bacon bits while ensuring safe actions, environmental compliance, and quality production in a Good Manufacturing Practice food-grade operation. All in compliance with the standards of wholesomeness, hygiene, health & safety at work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES:

Lift a 35lb Lug every hour to hour and a half.
Scoop bacon from the lug onto the cooker.
Ensure that the line is running correctly in between scooping to avoid jamming.
Learn the proper storage of cooked and raw bacon.
Enter information into tablet.
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
Hours are Monday thru Friday 8am to 4pm

IN COLLABORATION WITH:

Production
Quality Control
Warehouse
Administration

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Highly detail oriented and meticulous
Good operational judgment (initiative)
High level of personal responsibility and ownership

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Able to work in a 60ish degree environment
Wear bump cap, safety boots and gloves at all times
Entering information into tablet
Follow and promote safe work practices

CASE & PACK PRODUCTION

POSITION TITLE: WAREHOUSE PACKAGER & PALLETIZER IN CASE & PACK

DEPARTMENT: Warehouse

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Manager

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position will be responsible for boxing finished products, palletizing in a refrigerated environment while ensuring safe actions, and environmental compliance in a Good Manufacturing Practice food-grade operation. All in compliance with the standards of wholesomeness, hygiene, health & safety at work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES:

Box finished product
Put over scale
Assign lot numbers
Palletize
Put boxes together
Ensures all specifications and procedures for quality assurance and control are met
Performs other tasks at the request of immediate superior

PERSON TO SUPERVISE:

Position with staff supervision

IN COLLABORATION WITH:

Production
Quality Control
Shipping

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or G.E.D.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Highly detail oriented and meticulous
Autonomy, versatility, thoroughness, and resourcefulness
Good operational judgment (initiative)
Strong commitment to teamwork and concern for others
High level of personal responsibility and ownership

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Basic mathematical skills in weights, temperatures, times, and general numbers
Able to work in a cold/hot environment
Wear bump cap, earmuffs, safety boots and gloves at all times
Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Requires close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and depth perception acuities.
Follow and promote safe work practices
Able to lift up to 25 lbs.

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Warehouse Opportunities

SHIPPER

POSITION TITLE: SHIPPER

DEPARTMENT: Warehouse

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Warehouse Manager

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position is responsible for processing shipping orders according to company procedures, while ensuring safe actions, environmental compliance and quality production in a Good Manufacturing Practice food-grade operation. All in compliance with the standards of wholesomeness, hygiene, health & safety at work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES:

Gain knowledge of the process and procedures of shipping
Ensure that orders are shipped in a timely and efficient manner
Able to load and unload trucks checking for damage
Help maintain an organized and clean shipping area
Establishes a strong team spirit in its departments by promoting communication and respect
Performs other tasks at the request of his immediate superior

PERSON TO SUPERVISE:

Position with no staff supervision

IN COLLABORATION WITH:

Production
Quality Control
Warehouse
Administration

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or G.E.D

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Highly detail oriented and meticulous
Good operational judgment (initiative)
Strong commitment to teamwork and concern for others (promote a team-building environment)
High level of personal responsibility and ownership

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Able to work in a cold environment
Wear hard hat and safety boots at all times
Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Follow and promote safe work practices

INVENTORY CONTROL ASSOCIATE

POSITION TITLE: INVENTORY CONTROL ASSOCIATE

DEPARTMENT: Shipping/Warehouse

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Shipping Manager

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Inventory Control Associate will work directly with Shipping Manager regarding stock and will compile inventory information and present it to Shipping Manager. The Inventory Control associate will review the balance of inventory and count the items in stock, and gain an understanding of the programs for shipping, while ensuring safe actions, environmental compliance, and quality production in Good Manufacturing practice food-grade operations. All in compliance with the standards of wholesomeness, hygiene, health & safety at work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Visually check work after completion for cosmetic appearance and noticeable defects
Maintain necessary records
Maintain work areas and equipment in a clean, orderly, and operable condition
Assist with cleaning the area at the end of the shift
Ability to adapt promptly to any change in working condition and to get problems resolved without delay
Ability to perform effectively even when under work pressure
Possess effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to comprehend written materials easily
Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously and get them resolved
Maintain and updating required inventory levels for goods, products, and materials
Conducting quality checks on stored inventory to comply with company standards
Processing and documenting returned items
Implementing inventory management procedures including cycle counts
Performing clerical functions such as answering radio calls, entering data into computers, and helping customers
Monitoring inventory losses and implementing loss-prevention programs
Preparing relevant reports for Manager/Supervisor
Ordering inventory from vendors and suppliers
Assist with cleaning shipping area at the end of shift
Establishes strong team spirit in department by promoting communication and respect
All other tasks as requested

PERSON TO SUPERVISE:

None.

IN COLLABORATION WITH:

Production
Quality Control
Shipping
Administration

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or G.E.D
Relevant experience in warehouse
Experience with warehouse equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, stock pickers, etc.)
Good computer skills

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Able to work in a cold/hot environment
Wear bump cap, earmuffs, safety boots
Able to read and interpret orders
Able to operate computer
Follow and promote safe work practices

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Quality Assurance Opportunities

QA TECHN

POSITION TITLE: QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN

DEPARTMENT: Quality Assurance

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: QA Manager

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:

The QA Technician will report directly to the Quality Assurance Manager. This position requires the ability to multitask, and be self-motivated, and become an integral part of the facility’s daily operations and quality programs. All in compliance with the standards of wholesomeness, hygiene, health & safety at work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Consistently maintain and improve the high standards of North Country Smokehouse
Consistently maintain a positive working culture and professional relationships
Conduct daily reviews of all HACCP documentation and verification tasks
Create and implement new policies based on the need of facility or regulatory changes
Delegate tasks as needed
Lead by example
Yields-be aware of inconsistencies and troubleshoot potential areas of improvement
Monitor Safefood360 for accuracy and compliance for all product documentation
Implement and train all applicable positions on these SOPs
Conduct monthly, weekly and quarterly internal audits
Assist the QA Manager in preparing for all external audits and customer requirements
Issue corrective actions to other employees’ departments if needed
Assist with Pre-operation inspections if needed

PERSON TO SUPERVISE:

Position with no staff supervision

IN COLLABORATION WITH:

Production
Quality Control
Warehouse
Administration
Research and development

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or G.E.D
Prior Quality or Production experience
Good computer skills

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Strong commitment to teamwork and concern for others (promote a team-building environment)
Ability to multitask
Must be self motivated
Become an integral part of the facility’s daily operations, quality and food safety programs

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Able to work in a cold/hot environment
Wear all PPE

NIGHT QA TECHNICIAN

POSITION TITLE: QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN

DEPARTMENT: Quality Assurance

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Director of QA

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:

The QA Technician will report directly to the Sr. QA Technician/QA Manager. This position requires the ability to multitask, be self-motivated, and become an integral part of the facility’s daily operations and quality programs. All in compliance with the standards of wholesomeness, hygiene, health & safety at work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct production room inspections to insure all policies and procedures are being followed
Conduct GMP inspections
Conduct production specific task verifications (can change at discretion of QA Manager)
Immediately communicate with QA Manager and QA Analyst anything which can result in unsafe or poor-quality product, and will need to be placed on hold
Assist in Sanitary Control of the facility if needed Stocking or trash runs/gowning room upkeep
Communicate via teams, email, and radio as needed
Radio response within 2 attempts of any QA being called
Conduct QA and GMP checklists in each production room
Communicate any observations immediately to the Sr, QA technician, QA Manager that could result in any unsafe or poor-quality products
Monitor Safefoods360 for accuracy and completeness from all departments as directed
Communicate with production employees as observations are detected
Properly document all findings and follow up actions to findings
Assist in metal detection activities
Assisting production as needed
Conduct self-assessments
Conduct ATP and Allergen Specific Swabs as needed
Conduct MAP test, product sizes, Aw, and Yields
Net Weight
Tool issuance/Tool Collection
Conduct Pre-op activities or End of Day activities
Assist in Releasing products as needed
Helping to assist in investigations for customer complaints if needed
Maintain Retain Library as needed
Collect Samples and bring to Lab as directed
Conduct Internal Audits as needed (Glass and brittle plastic, pest control and food defense)
Conduct Calibrations as needed (Scales, thermometers, chemical titrations

PERSON TO SUPERVISE:

Position with no staff supervision

IN COLLABORATION WITH:

Production
Quality Control
Warehouse
Administration
Research and development

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or G.E.D
Prior Quality or Production experience
Good computer skills

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Strong commitment to teamwork and concern for others (promote a team-building environment)
Ability to multitask
Must be self motivated
Become an integral part of the facility’s daily operations, quality and food safety programs

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Able to work in a cold/hot environment
Wear all PPE

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Maintenance Opportunities

NIGHT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

POSITION TITLE: NIGHT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

DEPARTMENT: Maintenance

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Maintenance Supervisor

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Maintenance Technician will report directly to the Maintenance Supervisor, regarding maintenance duties along with machinery and building maintenance. This position requires the ability to multitask and be self-motivated while in compliance with the standards of wholesomeness, hygiene, health & safety at work. See something say something.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Day to day maintenance work, including mechanical and electrical work
Machine set up
Machine change overs
Perform assigned preventative maintenance
Other duties as assigned by supervisor

PERSON TO SUPERVISE:

Position with no staff supervision

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Electrical & Mechanical experience required
The ability to work well with your hands.
Problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to work well with others.
Ability to maneuver through Basic computer programs

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Basic Principles, Equipment, Methods, and Materials used in building and grounds maintenance activities.
Operation and maintenance of a variety of hand, power and shop tools used in a variety of trade areas.
Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work.
Basic record keeping practices.
Communicating effectively in oral and written forms

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Safely using and maintaining hand and power tools related to the work.
Performing general and technical maintenance work, individually or as a member of a crew, in various areas.
Safely operating construction equipment and vehicles.
Reading and interpreting plans and instructions.
Understanding and following oral and written directions.

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Sanitation Opportunities

Night Sanitation

POSITION TITLE: NIGHT SANITATION CLEANER

DEPARTMENT: Sanitation

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Sanitation Manager

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position requires working nights and will be cleaning (dismantling and putting back together) the machinery in the production rooms, while ensuring safe actions, environmental compliance, and quality production in a Good Manufacturing Practice food-grade operation. All in compliance with the standards of wholesomeness, hygiene, health & safety at work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Cleaning machinery
Dismantling and putting back together
Establishes a strong team spirit in its departments by promoting communication and respect
Performs other tasks at the request of his immediate superior

PERSON TO SUPERVISE:

Position with no staff supervision

IN COLLABORATION WITH:

Production
Quality Control
Administration

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or G.E.D
Mechanically inclined
Previous cleaning/sanitizing experience a plus

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Strong commitment to teamwork and concern for others (promote a team-building environment)
High level of personal responsibility and ownership
Be able to work in a team environment and independently with minimal supervision

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Able to work in a cold/hot environment
Team Player
Must be able to bend and lift up to 40 lbs.
Good attendance
Good work ethic
Follow and promote safe work practices

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Managerial Opportunities

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