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Fresh Cuts Associate, Day

Sysco

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Little Canada, MN
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Job overview

Sysco is hiring a Fresh Cuts Associate, Day. The Production Associate supports the line leader in daily operations, ensuring a safe, organized, clean, and efficient production line. This role involves proactively identifying and analyzing problems, recommending improvements, and preparing, cutting, and repacking products to customer specifications while maintaining quality and adhering to sanitation and safety procedures.

Key focus areas include Perform to standard rate for assigned production line, Communicate to leadership when company standard is not met, and Be aware of production performance KPIs.

Important skills include Bi-Lingual, Limited Computer Skills, and Lean Manufacturing Processes. Preferred (not required): Proactive Problem Identification, Problem Analysis, and Communication.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Proactive Problem IdentificationProblem AnalysisCommunicationBi-LingualLimited Computer SkillsLean Manufacturing Processes

Qualifications

Authorized to Work in the United StatesHigh School or GEDRelated Industry ExperienceGeneral Understanding of Processing ProceduresExperience in High-Volume Warehouse/Production FacilityKnowledge of GMP PolicyAbility to Use and Handle Sharp KnifeAbility to Use and Handle Hand MachinesAble to Lift and or Move 25-50 LbMust Be Able to Stand for Long PeriodsMust Be Able to Stoop and Bend Frequently

Full job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Production Associate is responsible for aiding the line leader with daily transactions and maintaining a safe, organized, clean and efficient operation on their production line. They must be able to proactively identify and analyze problems and recommend appropriate action to improve performance to the line Leader. They ensure that produce of the highest quality is made ready and available for the day’s runs at an acceptable productivity level.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Performs to standard rate for assigned production line and communicates to leadership when company standard is not met.

  • Be aware of production performance KPIs.

  • Maintains a safe and clean workspace. Ensures work area is washdown ready for sanitation to finish including the floor, tables, cutting boards, and equipment.

  • Maintains quality specifications of unfinished products.

  • Prepares, cuts, and repacks product per customers’ specifications.

  • Operates machinery such as potato peelers, bag sealers, and others.

  • Responsible for the cleaning and sanitation of the work area.

  • While adhering to sanitation and safety procedures for handling and production to SQF (safe quality food) standards.

  • Colleagues must follow GMPs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Prefer High School or GED but not required.

Experience

  • Related industry experience preferred.

  • General understanding of processing procedures preferred.

  • Experience working in a high-volume warehouse/production facility preferred.

  • Knowledge of GMP policy preferred.

  • Ability to use and handle sharp knife, peelers, and hand machines.

Skills:

  • Ability to communicate effectively.

  • Bi-lingual preferred

  • Limited computer skills

  • Willingness to learn lean Manufacturing processes.

Physical Demands

  • Able to lift and or move 25 lb. to 50 lb.

  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

  • Must be able to stoop and bend frequently.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.

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