Produce Production

The LunchMaster; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunities for advancement

Vision insurance

Job summary

The LunchMaster in Hayward, CA is seeking a Produce Production Associate to prepare, cut, and package fresh fruits and vegetables in a fast-paced production setting. You will handle knives safely and operate packaging machinery to meet quality and food safety standards.

Ideal candidates have experience in food production or kitchen prep, can work in cold environments, and maintain high attention to detail and reliability. This full-time role offers opportunities for advancement and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in food production or kitchen prep required.
• Proficient with knives or food prep tools.
• Familiar with packaging equipment is a plus.
• Able to work in cold/refrigerated environments.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Wash, peel, cut, and prepare fruits and vegetables per standards.
• Safely handle knives and cutting tools.
• Operate and monitor packaging machinery to pack produce.
• Inspect products for quality, freshness, and consistency.
• Weigh, portion, and label products as required.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of workstations.
• Follow all GMPs and safety procedures.
• Meet daily production quotas and timelines.
• Assist with loading/unloading materials and organizing inventory.
• Report equipment issues or safety concerns to supervisors.

Skills

Food production

Knife handling

Packaging machinery

Cold environment

Quality control

Following procedures

Punctuality

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Vision insurance

Position Summary

The Produce Production Associate is responsible for preparing, cutting, and packaging fresh fruits and vegetables in a fast-paced production environment. This role requires safe knife handling, attention to quality standards, and the ability to operate packaging machinery to ensure products meet company specifications and food safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Wash, peel, cut, and prepare fruits and vegetables according to production standards and recipes
• Safely handle knives and cutting tools with proper technique and care
• Operate and monitor packaging machinery to pack produce efficiently and accurately
• Inspect products for quality, freshness, and consistency before packagingWeigh, portion, and label products as required
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of workstations, tools, and equipment in compliance with food safety standards
• Follow all company policies, GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices), and safety procedures
• Meet daily production quotas and timelines
• Assist with loading/unloading materials and organizing inventory as needed
• Report any equipment issues, safety concerns, or product inconsistencies to supervisors

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food production, manufacturing, or kitchen prep preferred
• Experience using knives or food prep tools required
• Familiarity with packaging equipment or machinery is a plus
• Ability to work in a cold or refrigerated environment
• Strong attention to detail and quality control
• Ability to follow instructions and standardized procedures
• Reliable attendance and punctuality

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods (8+ hours)
• Frequent use of hands for cutting, handling, and packaging
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment

Work Environment

• Production facility with exposure to cold temperatures
• Use of sharp tools and machinery
• May require use of PPE (gloves, hairnets, aprons, etc.)