Assembly Associate

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

Key Responsibilities

• Receive foods, assemble Meal kits to recipe specifications, ship kits following Good Manufacturing Practices, and meet health and safety standards.
• Works on a limited number of food areas, lines, processes, or items. Work is relatively routine from week to week.  
• May regularly operate standard conveyor belts or multiple pieces of essential equipment (approximately 30% of total equipment).
• Package meal kits following prescribed processes and procedures. Deviation from normal processes must be approved.
• Rotate and check food ingredients for freshness. May receive products and ensure the accuracy of the delivery.
• Keep work areas/assembly clean, demonstrating clean-as-you-go practices.
• May be required to complete essential paperwork related to food preparation, packaging, or labeling.
• Required to follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) as prescribed.  
• In coordination with the team lead, identifies issues with Product, Food Safety, Quality, or Equipment and escalates matters to other departments or higher levels when needed.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skills and Requirements

• A minimum of 3 months of experience working in a manufacturing environment applying common processes, procedures, and equipment.
• Knowledge of quality assurance practices.
• Experience applying and enforcing routine Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) in a chilled food environment is preferred. 

Experience / Education

• Ability to follow all appropriate safety standards in food production
• Knowledge of basic math and reading comprehension skills
• General high school degree/G.E.D or equivalent preferred

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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