Work in a team-based setting, operating various equipment and/or performing tasks that contribute to the production of high-quality produce. Ensuring production targets are met in a timely fashion while ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with a team to manufacture high-quality fresh fruit & vegetable items for the food service and retail markets.
• Learn to use dicers, cutters, slicers, shredders, and packaging equipment.
• Help ensure that the quality and freshness of produce are always maintained throughout the department.
• Employee must follow company policy regarding the production of food items and the proper use of equipment. Including:
• Preparation of all production products, including processing mixes, cut sizes and equipment needed.
• Clean and sanitize production areas between product switchovers and at shift end.
• Equipment safety.
• Critical Control Points of bleach and sulphites.
• Must understand and work within all HACCP policies and procedures.
• Operate or perform other duties as directed by the Production Manager/Assistant Manager/Supervisor.

SCHEDULE

• Flexible but will include weekends.

QUALIFICATIONS:

(Minimum acceptable qualifications, experience & personal qualities required by the job holder)

• Ability to safely bend, twist and lift to 50 lbs.
• Ability to walk and stand for the duration of the scheduled shift.
• Ability to learn and apply knife skills.
• Ability to work in a refrigerated environment

REQUIRED (will be provided by Islands West if needed):

• Food Safe Level 1
• Hepatitis A Vaccination