Job description

Full-time positions start at $16.50/hour.

• A Shift: 6AM - 6PM (Sunday-Monday-Tuesday & every other Wednesday)
• B Shift: 6PM - 6AM (Sunday-Monday-Tuesday & every other Wednesday)
• C Shift: 6AM - 6PM (Thursday-Friday-Saturday & every other Wednesday)
• D Shift: 6PM - 6AM (Thursday-Friday-Saturday & every other Wednesday)

B & D Shifts Pay a shift differential of $1.00 per hour.

100-day stay-on bonus up to $500 for FT hires that are referred by a current employee!

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Production Worker is responsible for completing daily tasks in the cracker and cookie production areas. Tasks include, but are not limited to, production of dough using machinery, batch processing of baked crackers and cookies, package finished goods according to specifications, inspect the product to oversee product quality assurance, setting up, maintaining, and cleaning equipment, and identify or participate in continuous improvement opportunities. In this role, the employee will promote safety by following all procedures, GMPs, food safety, quality, and sanitation plans.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate, monitor, and adjust baking machinery to assist in the production process.
• Follow standard recipes, measurements, and procedures when loading raw material into machinery.
• Remove finished product from the production line and push batches to the next step of the process for packaging.
• Monitor products and remove any physical defective products.
• Examine and inspect containers, materials, and products to ensure packing specifications are met.
• Maintain and record inventory levels and report deficiencies in products or raw materials.
• Perform box count quality checks.
• Perform routine checks of metal detector function.
• Remove completed products and place them on conveyors or palletize, as necessary.
• Assist in lifting, carrying, and moving heavy loads as required.
• Track and record product, packaging, code information, and product count accurately utilizing the specified forms.
• Sanitize all materials and machinery parts at the end of each shift and clean the workspace at the worker station by following company cleanliness standards.
• Monitor, identify, maintain, and report any equipment and/or work areas for safety hazards or maintenance issues.
• Train new employees in processes and procedures, if necessary.
• Perform all duties in a safe manner, follow and understand all safety rules as listed within the company safety manual, Good Manufacturing Practices, standard operating procedures, work instructions, training, and OSHA compliance.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, company-wide meetings, internal/external training as required.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Experience working in food production or in an industrial kitchen is preferred.

• Knowledge of HACCP preferred.
• Knowledge of basic math and reading comprehension skills.
• Ability to follow all appropriate safety standards in food production.
• Strong attention to detail and capable of performing repetitive tasks with an elevated level of accuracy and high output.
• Knowledge of quality assurance practices is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to cooperate and achieve results in a team-based environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Capacity to stand on your feet for extended periods of time.
• Capable of lifting and carrying up to fifty pounds occasionally.
• Able and willing to work long hours and work with a flexible schedule, including early morning, evening, and weekend hours, with overtime as needed.

Westminster Foods is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
Masks and vaccination not required.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Rutland, VT 05701: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• What is the best email address to contact you at?
• Have you ever worked for Westminster Foods in any capacity?
• Have you been referred to us by a current employee, if yes enter their name here:

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)
• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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