TMC Freezer Prod

South Mill Champs Mushrooms; Cambridge (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mushroom Company in Cambridge, MD is seeking a dependable Freezer Production Operator to support daily production and cold-storage operations. This role performs equipment startup, operation, defrost, sanitation, and shutdown procedures while monitoring the production process to ensure product quality and food safety.

The operator will work in a refrigerated environment, assist with handling, weighing, and processing mushroom products, and help maintain clean, organized work areas.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• At least one year of production experience preferred.
• Familiarity with production equipment.
• Experience in packing, warehouse, cold-storage, or transportation operations is a plus.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions in English.
• Willingness to work six days per week and extended hours when needed.
• Forklift and electric pallet jack certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, defrost, and shut down equipment on the mushroom production line.
• Monitor equipment and production processes for proper operation.
• Weigh and dump mushrooms onto the production line.
• Move products from the cooler to designated production areas.
• Add and test chemicals per procedures.
• Clean and sanitize equipment and work areas.
• Complete required production, equipment, and food-safety checks.
• Enter production information into the computer.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety orientation

Teamwork / communication

English reading/comprehension

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Electric pallet jack certification

Job description

Freezer Production Operator

Location: Cambridge, MD

Department: Operations

Job Type: Full-Time

Reports to: Cold Storage Production Supervisor

Schedule: Six days per week; extended hours may be required

Pay: Based on experience

Position Overview

The Mushroom Company is seeking a dependable Freezer Production Operator to support daily production and cold-storage operations. This position performs equipment startup, operation, defrost, sanitation, and shutdown procedures while monitoring the production process to ensure product quality and food safety.

The employee will work in a refrigerated environment and assist with handling, weighing, and processing mushroom products.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, defrost, and shut down equipment on the mushroom production line.


• Monitor equipment and the production process to ensure proper operation.


• Weigh and dump mushrooms onto the production line.


• Move products from the cooler to designated production areas.


• Add and test chemicals according to established procedures.


• Clean and sanitize equipment and work areas.


• Complete required equipment, production, and food-safety checks.


• Accurately complete processing forms and enter production information into the computer.


• Operate a forklift and electric pallet jack when authorized.


• Assist with positioning or parking trucks when trained and authorized.


• Support the Cold Storage Production Supervisor as needed.


• Follow all safety, food-safety, quality, and sanitation procedures.


• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.


• At least one year of production experience preferred.


• Familiarity with production equipment.


• Experience in packing, warehouse, cold-storage, or transportation operations is a plus.


• Forklift and electric pallet jack certification preferred.


• Basic computer skills.


• Ability to accurately read and understand words and numbers.


• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and managers.


• Ability to understand work instructions and safety information in English.


• Strong attention to detail.


• Professional and positive attitude.


• Willingness to work six days per week and extended hours when needed.

Physical and Work Requirements

• Ability to work throughout the shift in temperatures ranging from approximately 30°F to 34°F.


• Ability to lift and carry 10-20 pounds.


• Ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods.


• Ability to bend, balance, stoop, or crouch as needed.


• Ability to see with or without corrective lenses.


• Ability to work safely around forklifts, pallet jacks, slicers, and other production equipment.


• Ability to work in areas with varying temperatures, noise levels, and weather conditions.


• Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment.


• Ability to think, evaluate, make decisions, and accurately report production information.