Production Associate

US Foods; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

US Foods in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Production Associate to join our meat processing team. You will prepare and pack meat products to meet production targets while adhering to safety and sanitation standards.

You will work Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with overtime as needed. The role requires ability to work in refrigerated and freezer environments and to lift and move small to medium items.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred with basic reading, writing and math skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and pack meat products to achieve production demands.
• Work in a fast-paced environment preparing meat products to feed lines and/or prepare for the next stage of processing.
• Follow all Food Safety requirements and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
• Perform visual inspection of meat products to meet customer specifications.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Production AssociateThis site uses cookies to provide a better browsing experience for candidates, improve system performance, and support data analytics. By using this website, you Accept or Decline to the use of cookies. Learn more by reviewing our **Privacy and Security Policy****.**# US Foods Careers## Production AssociateApply: Hawthorne CA: Full time: Posted Today: R283512ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITEThe STOCK YARDS STORY We’ve been providing chefs with expertly cut and portioned beef and pork for over 120 years, based on rigid meat-selection criteria, precise beef aging and expert trimming. Whatever your need, from white-linen presentation to casual family dining, our procurement experts will find the best-quality options that work for your budget and pack-size needs, carefully selected from our extensive meat assortment. Prepare and pack meat products to achieve production demands. Must adhere to USDA Safety and Sanitation Regulations and customer specifications. **Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm (OT)****ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** • Work in a fast-paced environment preparing meat products to feed lines and/or prepare for the next stage of processing • Effectively utilize tools, processes, and materials to process and package meat products within planned schedules • Follow all Food Safety requirements and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) • Perform visual inspection of meat products to meet certain specifications • Meet company standards and customer specifications • Assist in cleanliness of general work area **QUALIFICATIONS** Must be able to work continually in a refrigerated environment 35°F- 45°F. Must be able to work for periods of time in a freezer environment -10°F to +10°F with company provided apparel. May require overtime with or without notice. Finish time is when work is completed. **Education/Training:** High School graduate or GED preferred with basic reading, writing and math skills. **Related Experience/Requirements:** Production, warehouse, food processing, manufacturing, food production or food service warehouse environments preferred. Able to work overtime as needed. Complete miscellaneous and other duties as assigned. **Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:** Perform various roles including activities such as product receiving and selection, packaging, sorting, re-boxing, marination, further processing and facility sanitation while adhering to company manufacturing requirements and safety regulations. **Work Environment**Work continually in refrigerated environment 35F- 45Fdegrees Must be able to work for periods of time in freezer 10F to - 10F degrees **Physical Requirements**Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time: OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33% FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% Never: 0% JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: SIT: OccasionallySTAND: ContinuouslyWALK: OccasionallyDRIVE: Continuously JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO LIFT:1-10lbs: Occasionally10-20lbs: Frequently25-50lbs: Frequently50-100lbs: FrequentlyOver 100lbs: Never JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO CARRY: 1-10 lbs.: Occasionally10-20 lbs.: Occasionally25-50 lbs.: Occasionally50-100 lbs.: OccasionallyOver 100 lbs.: Never JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: Push/pull: FrequentlyStep/Climb/balance: FrequentlyStoop/squat: FrequentlyKneel: FrequentlyBend: FrequentlyReach above shoulder: OccasionallyGrasp objects: ContinuouslyManipulate objects: FrequentlyReach/Turn: Frequently Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $19.00 - $22.23 hr.As applicable, this role may also receive overtime compensation.