1st Shift Food Processor

DeKalb Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Baldor is seeking new team members for its production line in the Bronx. The role involves repacking and processing fruits and vegetables in a cold environment while adhering to HACCP and SOPs.

No prior experience is required as training is provided. A High School diploma is expected, and bilingual candidates are preferred to support a diverse workforce in a fast-paced facility.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• No experience required; training provided.
• Tier 2 requires basic English knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Follow GMP, HACCP, and safety standards throughout production.
• Wash, peel, and cut vegetables/fruits.
• Scale produce before packing.
• Wash, peel, cut onions in Onion Room.
• Clean work areas and equipment.
• Report maintenance/QA/QC issues.
• Overtime may be required.

Skills

Bilingual

Physical stamina

Stand for long hours

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Location 155 Food Center Drive,Bronx, NY, 10474,United States
• Base Pay $17.50 / Hour
• Job Category Fresh Cuts
• Employee Type Full-Time

Contact information

• Email [e-mail]

Description

Position Summary

Repacks and / or physically transforms fruits and vegetables based on pre-determined specifications and following HACCP norms as well as Production Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

Essential Job Functions

• Must be able to work in a cold temp room (36-38 *F at all times).
• Must be able to stand for a minimum of 8 hours.
• Direct contact with raw onions for long periods of time (minimum of 8 hours).
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands and arms using a variety of production tools.(e.g knife, peeler, baller etc.).
• Ability to lift a minimum of 30 lbs., will be lifting boxes, buckets and/or bags etc.
• Some bending and stooping.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English or English/French) preferred

Position Duties and Responsibilities

• Must always follow Good Manufacturing Practices, HACCP and Safety Quality Foods norms and regulations throughout the entire production process.
• Wash, peel and / or cut vegetables and / or fruits
• Scaling vegetables and / or fruits before packing them in bags, trays and / or containers.
• Wash, peel, cut and/or snips onions in the Onion Room.
• Clean work areas, tables, equipment and utensils after usage.
• Inform Crew Leader and / or Prod Supervisor of any Maintenance, Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) issues.
• Overtime is mandatory when required, based on the daily production program.
• Use production machinery (e.g. tomato slicer, pack line sealer, fruit peeler and/or Ilapak) to dice, slice, length cut and pack finish goods.
• Set up machinery, operate, monitor and clean.
• Read and follow the on screen operating menu/instructions.

Education: High School or equivalent. Tier 2 requires basic knowledge of the English language, reading and understanding.

Experience: No experience necessary, training provided.

Summary

About Baldor

Since our beginnings as part of the iconic Greenwich Village retail store, Balducci’s, Baldor has upheld its original promise—to curate and deliver the finest ingredients from around the world. For more than 30 years, we have supported the food industry using cutting-edge logistics, a modern supply chain, and an unwavering commitment to service. Today, we are the trusted distribution partner for top hotels, restaurants, country clubs, hospitals, nursing homes, and culinary professionals across the region.

Baldor is committed to supporting the well-being, stability, and long-term success of our employees. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick time, paid company holidays & floating holidays
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee discounts on Baldor products
• Career growth and development opportunities

Note: Benefits may vary based on position and employment status.

Join Our Team

If youwant to make an impact at a rapidly growing organization, we’d love to meet you. and help shape the future of specialty food distribution with Baldor!