Food Processing Specialist: Safe, Precise Production

Garner Foods Career Page; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Garner Foods in Providence, RI seeks a Processor to operate, troubleshoot and optimize production lines, weigh and batch ingredients and mix formulations according to specs. This role requires adherence to GMP, HACCP and SQF standards, plus accurate documentation and proactive quality checks.

You will monitor equipment, ensure safety, handle wet production environments, and support continuous improvement through precise recordkeeping. This is a full-time, on-site role with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of GMP/FDA/SQF/HACCP is a plus.
• Ability to work in a wet, non-climate-controlled environment.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Report for assigned shift in a timely manner, in appropriate attire.
• Adherence to Garner Foods policies, FDA guidelines, SQF, HACCP, and other regulations.
• Measure and manufacture ingredients according to formula specifications.
• Process ingredients and formulations per defined specs, including safety labeling.
• Operate production equipment safely and efficiently per specs.
• Log and complete required documents for processing ingredients.
• Validate product information and report defects.
• Use computer systems to enter information, access orders, and set up equipment.
• Understand equipment startup, controls, flow rates, pressures, changeovers and shutdowns.
• Troubleshoot and correct equipment issues.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workplace.
• Package and handle finished and unfinished product with accuracy.
• Ensure quality checks meet customer specifications.
• Perform other duties as identified by leadership.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Procedural literacy

Teamwork

Stamina

Physical strength

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Garner Foods in Providence, RI seeks a Processor to operate, troubleshoot and optimize production lines, weigh and batch ingredients and mix formulations according to specs. This role requires adherence to GMP, HACCP and SQF standards, plus accurate documentation and proactive quality checks.

You will monitor equipment, ensure safety, handle wet production environments, and support continuous improvement through precise recordkeeping. This is a full-time, on-site role with potential overtime.