Food Production Associate: Fresh Cuts & Safety

Sysco Corp.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

US1592 Paragon Wholesale Foods Corp is seeking a Production Associate to support the line leader, ensuring a safe, organized and efficient production environment. You will help ensure high-quality produce is prepared for daily runs and productivity targets are met.

The role requires the ability to identify issues, follow GMP/SQF procedures, and maintain a clean work area. Training will cover lean manufacturing concepts and standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills required; able to read and follow instructions.
• Bi-lingual ability is a plus but not required.
• Basic computer usage and data entry are sufficient for daily tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operates production line at standard rate and informs leadership if not met.
• Monitors production KPIs and maintains safe, clean workspace.
• Ensures sanitation readiness of work area, surfaces and equipment.
• Maintains quality of unfinished products in line with specs.
• Prepares, cuts and repacks product according to customer specs.
• Operates machinery such as peelers, bag sealers and similar.
• Maintains sanitation and safety per SQF standards.
• Colleagues follow GMPs at all times.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Bi-lingual preferred

Limited computer skills

Lean manufacturing

Education

High School diploma or GED (preferred)

Job description

US1592 Paragon Wholesale Foods Corp is seeking a Production Associate to support the line leader, ensuring a safe, organized and efficient production environment. You will help ensure high-quality produce is prepared for daily runs and productivity targets are met.

The role requires the ability to identify issues, follow GMP/SQF procedures, and maintain a clean work area. Training will cover lean manufacturing concepts and standard operating procedures.