Fresh Cuts (Production) Associate - Day Shift

Sysco; 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

Company:

US1592 Paragon Wholesale Foods Corp

Sales Territory:

None

Zip Code:

15086

Travel Percentage:

0

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

$18.00

The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

$18.00 per hour

Mon-Fri 8:00am - finish (usually 8 hours, up to 12 hours)

JOB SUMMARY

The Production Associate is responsible for aiding the line leader with daily transactions and maintaining a safe, organized, clean and efficient operation on their production line. They must be able to proactively identify and analyze problems and recommend appropriate action to improve performance to the line Leader. They ensure that produce of the highest quality is made ready and available for the day’s runs at an acceptable productivity level.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs to standard rate for assigned production line and communicates to leadership when company standard is not met.

• Be aware of production performance KPIs.

• Maintains a safe and clean workspace. Ensures work area is washdown ready for sanitation to finish including the floor, tables, cutting boards, and equipment.

• Maintains quality specifications of unfinished products.

• Prepares, cuts, and repacks product per customers’ specifications.

• Operates machinery such as potato peelers, bag sealers, and others.

• Responsible for the cleaning and sanitation of the work area.

• While adhering to sanitation and safety procedures for handling and production to SQF (safe quality food) standards.

• Colleagues must follow GMPs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Prefer High School or GED but not required.

Experience

• Related industry experience preferred.

• General understanding of processing procedures preferred.

• Experience working in a high-volume warehouse/production facility preferred.

• Knowledge of GMP policy preferred.

• Ability to use and handle sharp knife, peelers, and hand machines.

Skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Bi-lingual preferred

• Limited computer skills

• Willingness to learn lean Manufacturing processes.

Physical Demands

• Able to lift and or move 25 lb. to 50 lb.

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

• Must be able to stoop and bend frequently.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

OVERVIEW:

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affiantive Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunityis available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.