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Post Holdings, Inc.; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Foods, Inc. in Norfolk, Nebraska, is seeking a production associate to prepare and stage food grade raw materials for processing on day shift.

You will operate equipment, follow safety and quality rules, and maintain production records while collaborating with coworkers.

This role requires physical stamina, ability to lift up to 100 pounds with assistance, and a commitment to safe, sanitary work practices.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, speak, write, and comprehend simple English instructions.
• Ability to follow safety rules and participate in HACCP/SQF training.
• Physical ability to lift and move up to 100 pounds with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Load large volumes of raw cut product into designated baskets.
• Operate overhead hoists for lifting.
• Cut/breakdown product using hydra slicer machine.
• Maintain production records for each shift.
• Keep work area neat, clean, and sanitary.
• Follow SQF principles and report safety or quality issues.

Skills

English literacy

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Communication

Job description

Business Unit Overview

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food.

Location Description

Michael Foods, Inc's. Norfolk, Nebraska location is northwest of Omaha. The area is known for their manufacturing, farming (both livestock and grain), education, retailing, and wholesaling. Well-known as the home of Johnny Carson. Our location produces powdered and dehydrated meat and poultry products, for use in products such as seasonings, soups, and instant meals.

Responsibilities

Day shift: 6am-6pm, Monday-Friday

POSITION SUMMARY: The primary responsibility for this role is to prepare and stage food grade raw materials for processing using various machines and equipment. This position has the responsibility to comply with Safety work rules at all times as well as an obligation to reinforce Safety as a Core Value. Ensure that all policies, procedures, and activities, related to Food Safety & Quality are followed and complied with uniformly, in an effort to reduce product and process variability.

• Load large volumes of raw cut product into designated baskets
• Operate overhead hoists for lifting
• Cut/breakdown product using hydra slicer machine
• Assist in making batches of product for customers and loading product into cookers
• Maintain production records for each shift
• Wash and sanitize all equipment used
• Keep work area neat, clean, and sanitary
• Complete internal HACCP training
• Follow all SQF principles pertinent to your position as specified by the SQF Practitioner.
• Report all Food Safety & Quality issues to a Supervisor, QA Manager, or at Senior Manager.
• Minimize product loss
• Maintain and operate all equipment in a safe manner to avoid injury to self or others and demonstrate safety as a top priority
• Report all work-related injuries or unsafe conditions to supervisor immediately
• Use appropriate safety equipment when required (ear plugs, rubber boots, safety glasses, face shields, aprons, bump caps, etc.) Use lockout/tag out procedures when required
• Maintain good personal hygiene
• Follow instructions from supervisor and cooperate with coworkers and other department; be willing to fill in where needed
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Assumes personal responsibility to insure safe and healthy workplace for everyone. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and, incorporate safety and health in all jobs and tasks
• Adhere to Quality work practices, follows GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety and quality
• Ensure regulatory compliance at all times
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS: Work Experience: up to one-month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Language Skills: Ability to read, speak, write, and comprehend simple English instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively present information on one-on-one and small group situations to supervisors and other employees of the organization Mathematical Skills: Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance. Computer Skills: Some basic computer skills Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds (with assistance). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, sharp edges and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Chemical-resistant gloves & apron, goggles & face shield must be worn when working with chemicals. At times this role may require repetitive motion. Employee must complete training and follow all safety rules when it comes to: Pallet jack safety, Lockout/Tagout, chemical hygiene, Right-to-Know, material handling & Machine guarding Other Skills and Abilities: Must have good people skills with an ability to listen, understand, collaborate, communicate, an assure complete information. Teamwork is essential