Precut Line Worker

Keany-Produce-; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Keany-Produce is seeking a Pre-Cut Worker in Richmond, VA to prepare orders by selecting produce for custom cuts and packaging. You will follow sanitation guidelines and process products from raw to ready-to-eat in a damp, cold processing area.

The role emphasizes physical endurance, standing for long periods, lifting up to 25 lbs, and working in a fast-paced produce environment with adherence to GMPs and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years in the food preparation / food processing field, preferably in the produce industry.
• Knowledge of General Manufacturing Practices in produce food preparation.
• Ability to follow instructions under immediate supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all orders by selecting proper product for processing to meet custom cuts.
• Ensure sanitation methods are used from raw to ready-to-eat products.
• Pack and label orders using designated packaging materials.
• Use scales to identify tare weights and assist with pricing as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Purpose/Objective:Pre-Cut Workers are the front line to all customer orders based on custom cuts of large bulk produce. Pre-Cut Workers are responsible for cleaning, preparing, and packaging fruits and vegetables according to proper preparation methods. The Pre-Cut Worker is also responsible for standard food service work including proper sanitation duties within the Pre-Cut Department.Essential Job Functions:Prepare all orders by selecting the proper product to be processed either custom by hand or by machine.Ensures proper sanitation methods are used from raw to ready-to-eat.Places all orders into the specially designated packaging materials.Uses scales and identifies proper tare weights for pricing on products.Ensures quality of all products processed.Working Conditions/Job Environment:Degree of physical demands usually associated with this position are:Requires repeated stooping and bending.Frequent lifting and carrying of boxed/bagged fruits and vegetables Requires continuous standing for extended periods of time.Environmental conditions (physical surroundings and hazards) are usually associated with this position are:Working in a 38-degree (F) processing area for 8-12 hours dailyWorking in a damp environment 8-12 hours dailyHigh School Diploma or equivalent2 years in the food preparation / food processing field preferably in the produce industryKnowledge of General Manufacturing Practices and procedures within a produce food preparation fieldAbility to follow instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job under immediate supervisionAbility to lift up to 25 lbs. on a repeated basisPreferred Qualifications:High School Diploma or equivalent2-4 years in the food preparation / food processing field preferably in the produce industryAdvanced knowledge of General Manufacturing Practices and procedures within a produce food preparation fieldAbility to follow instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job under moderate to limited supervision.