Production Associate

at Westminster Foods in Rutland, Vermont, United States

Job Description

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.