Food Production Worker- Seasoner

Snack Happy. Every chip. Every bag.

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Starting Wage: $19.50-21.00/hour

Full-time and Part-time positions available

Attention Cooks!

Would you like the opportunity to enjoy your weekends and holidays again?

Put your culinary skills to good use hand-seasoning our award-winning small batch kettle chips.

We have openings available on second shift (3-11-ish pm). Full-time schedule 4-5 days/week, Part-time schedule 2-3 days/week.

Responsibilities:

Will include but are not limited to the following:

· Maintain a clean and organized work environment

· Inspect Product at each stage of the process ensuring high level of quality and consistent presentation.

· Always wear a hair (and beard if appropriate) hairnet and keep hands and uniforms clean.

· Follow duties and responsibilities for each specific role as assigned.

Seasoner:

· Maintain clean work environment.

· Support fry station with sorting chips on conveyor. Season product according to guidelines.

· Place product in hopper. No more than two bins at a time.

· Do not touch bottom of bins when filling hopper with chips.

· Pour chips gently as they are fragile product.

· Fill seasoning shakers with appropriate amount of seasoning.

· In-between loads maintain a clean and sanitary work environment.

Tote Runner:

· Maintain clean work environment.

· Do not touch the bottom of bins when filling hopper with chips.

· Place product in hopper. No more than two bins at a time.

· Do not overload hoppers to prevent spillage of chips.

· Assure that proper chip flavor is being placed in hopper with proper flavor running on bagger.

· Communicate with supervisor and seasoners to maintain priorities of the production list and support them with proper seasonings when needed.

Breaker:

· The Seasoner/Breaker will cover breaks for other seasoners, tote runners, baggers, and sorters and will be responsible for carrying out the duties of each role.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Previous experience in the food industry or a related field

· Familiarity with CGMP and FDA regulations.

· Strong understanding of food safety and HACCP principles.

· Ability to operate machinery and equipment with mechanical knowledge.

· Experience with packaging and sanitizing equipment.

· Physical stamina to perform tasks in a fast-paced environment.

· Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and maintain effective communication.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

· Must be able to lift and push at least 50 pounds.

· Must be able to wear a mask when working with strong seasonings.

· Must be able to work in a hot environment.

· Must be able to work in a loud environment with the aid of ear protection.

Full-time Benefits include:

• Generous PTO
• Six paid holidays
• 401k match
• company paid life insurance and short-term disability
• Choice of three medical plans
• Delta Dental
• VSP vision
• AFLAC

If you have the skills and experience we're looking for, we'd love to meet you. Interested parties should apply on our website: https://www.greatlakespotatochips.com/careers/

Contact hr@gtrestlakespotatochips.com for more information.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $19.50 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• professional culinary: 1 year (Required)
• Food processing plant: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Traverse City, MI 49685 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $21