Prep - Associate

The hourly range for this position is $16.50 an hour. This position is based in Lancaster, TX. FreshRealm is looking for a Prep Associate that will  receive produce & raw foods, assemble, ship, label, and/or package foods to customers using manual assembly and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Works with some level of independence to Receive foods, assemble Meal kits to recipe specifications, ship kits following Good Manufacturing Practices, and meet health and safety standards
• May be training to do a bigger job, work in a variety of areas, conveyor/ assembly lines, receiving, shipping, inventory, and other processes independently. The duties may be routine from week to week, but there is some variety experienced to learn more or move up in the business.
• Operates or can operate multiple pieces of IT equipment (approximately 50% of total equipment) within at least 2 departments
• Package kits following prescribed processes and procedures. Deviation from normal processes must be approved
• Rotate and check food ingredients for freshness. May receive products and verify the accuracy of the delivery. May be required to sanitize items and ensure accurate traceability methods are followed
• Keep work area/assembly clean, demonstrating clean-as-you-go practices
• Prepares and understands a variety of routine paperwork associated with food preparation, packaging, labeling, and controls.
• Ensures all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) are followed and may champion the GMP processes. At times may be assigned to other areas other than where they normally work 
• In coordination with the team lead, identifies issues with the product, Food Safety, Quality, or equipment, escalates matters to other departments or higher levels when needed
• May be assigned other tasks associated with the warehouse operation as needed

Qualifications

Skills and Requirements

• A minimum of 6 months experience working in a food manufacturing environment applying common processes, procedures, and equipment.
• Experience applying and enforcing routine Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) in a chilled food environment is essential.
• Knowledge of quality assurance practices

Experience / Education

• General high school degree/GED or equivalent preferred
• Ability to follow all appropriate safety standards in food production
• Knowledge of basic math and reading comprehension skills
• Must be 18 or older to apply as required for machinery and/or equipment utilization

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and legal insurance

• 401(k) with company match that is immediately vested

• Life and ADD insurance

• Opportunities for career growth with a dynamic company that is changing the landscape of fresh meals.

• Paid Time Off

Our Values at Work

We believe that ACTIONS speak louder than words and our company values align to those ACTIONS.

In Our Daily Work, This Looks Like

• ACCOUNTABILITY: Set clear objectives and prioritize your tasks Hold yourself and your teams accountable for meeting deadlines Learn from your mistakes and use it as a learning opportunity to improve next time

• CHALLENGE WITH CURIOSITY: We challenge and engage with each other through curiosity and a drive to innovate and transform. This encourages us to learn from one another, be open-minded to other perspectives and possibilities, and continuously improve and problem-solve with intensity. We persevere through challenges, observe patterns, and pay attention to the details to make connections others may overlook, allowing us to exceed expectations.

• TRANSPARENCY & HONESTY: Maintain open and consistent communication. Admit mistakes and take ownership Document decisions to help avoid misunderstandings

• INNOVATION: Work with the end-user in mind and create solutions that will add value Question existing norms, assumptions, and best practices Experiment and take calculated, data-driven risks

• OBJECTIVITY: Utilize data and make data-driven decisions at every opportunity

• NIMBLENESS: Utilize time management to help stay focused and on task with urgency es and make adjustments accordingly Delegate and trust others to handle specific responsibilities with resources and support

• SUCCESS THROUGH OUR CUSTOMERS: Know your audience and the type of work they expect to receive as the end-result of a project, initiative, or task Seek feedback at different stages to ensure you’re on the right track Foster collaboration among cross-functional teams to ensure you’re providing the best experience and service to our consumers

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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