Job Description - Machine operator/material handler
Pacific Pickle Works is looking a hard working individual to work in the manufacturing of our pickled and other manufactured food items.
Required skills:
● Great attitude - even in stressful times.
● Ability to foster positive working relationships and collaborate with co-workers
● Ability to listen to supervisors and a desire to constantly improve
● Ability to follow direct instructions and recipes working quickly to meet the daily production goal and minimize overtime
● Strong technical aptitude to learn how to setup, teardown and troubleshoot equipment of various types
● Forklift driving skills a plus, or willingness to learn
● Ability to stay focused and positive
● Ability to stand on your feet for long periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs
● Previous experience in a kitchen a plus
● General food safety and safe food handling knowledge a plus
● Spanish language skills a plus
Job responsibilities - Machine operator/material handler
● Setup, operate and teardown equipment as needed on the factory floor.
● Learn to be able to setup, load and calibrate labeling and packaging equipment that is used on a daily basis for packing products.
● Organize and optimize working space to keep area safe and to maximize usability where space is tight.
● Practice proper health and safety at all times. Wash hands before shifts and after all non-sterile contacts
● Use proper protection as required for tasks involving equipment
● Ability to lift and push heavy objects
● Use proper safety equipment including back supports, safety goggles, safety gloves and hair nets as necessary.
● Learn the production packaging process for all products and be able to follow documented instructions
● Record important batch packaging information such as number of jars produced and keep appropriate logs
● Participate in keeping the production area clean during shifts and at the end of shifts
● Have fun
How to Apply
Please send email to resume @ pacificpickleworks.com with an attached resume and brief cover letter. Cover letter should address why you think you will be a good fit for this position. (The cover letter can just be the body your email - no need for a separate attachment). Resume should be attached as .doc, .rtf, .pdf or similar.
