Job Description
Job Description
Prep I position is to be responsible for the accurate and efficient processing of ingredients for
Production utilization. May be required to perform any additional responsibilities assigned by
leadership. In the event of absence, the position will be filled by another adequately trained Prep I staff
member.
Duties / Responsibilities
- Responsible for accurate and efficient processing of items, including bulk ingredient breakdown,
weighing and labeling, to recipe and SOP specific requirements.
Responsible for minimizing / eliminating the possibility of foreign material introduction into anyproducts while prepping
Responsible for minimizing / eliminating waste while prepping.Responsible for accurately documenting lot numbers, weights and labeling products correctly toensure inventory accuracy and allocation of materials.
Accountable for individual KPI’s (Key Performance Indicators).Responsible for working efficiently and in an organized and clean manner following clean -as-you-go.
Safely operated manual and / or electric pallet jacks. (Plant Certification).Safely operate equipment as needed.Safely use knives to open packaging as needed.Attend Training that is made available in relation to job descriptionAbility to train new staff within the department if neededOther responsibilities w / similar skill and work conditions as assigned.Responsibilities for Food Safety
Responsible for completing required paperwork accurately and honestly as applicable.Must adhere to all corporate GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices), established SOPs (StandardOperating Procedures) and all Food and Employee Safety policies.
Must adhere to all Allergen control programs and procedures as applicable.Responsible for reporting suspicious packages, activities, and individuals.If monitoring CCPs (Critical Control Points), must be trained in HACCP (Hazard Analysis CriticalControl Point) and adhere to approved HACCP plan(s).
Requirements
Required Skills / Abilities
Basic Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure,using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Written and verbal communication skills. English required.Basic time management skillsBasic organizational skills.Basic computer skillsAbility to multitask.Ability to prioritize tasksAbility to work independently in specific “work zone”Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environmentEducation and / or Experience
High school education; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
No specified requirements.Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by anemployee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
Cold Temperatures : >38 F Process Area / Coolers
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; usehands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is
occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must
regularly lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employeeencounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to cold, wet and / orhumid conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise
level in the work environment is usually moderate.
