Making Room Associate

About the role

Seltzer's Smokehouse Meats, home to the best Lebanon Bologna in the world. For over 125 years, Seltzer's has had the reputation of being the very best in our industry. We are now at a turning-point in our company and are shaping an even better brand for the next 125 years. We believe in a "people first" culture where respect and quality are never sacrificed for profit. With our world-class standards of quality and performance, combined with a fun, safe, and inclusive environment, it's no wonder many of our team members have been a part of the Seltzer's family for 20, 30, and even 40 years. Come join us! Reporting to the Making Room Lead, the Making Room Associate is responsible for production of raw meat into WIP product that will be transferred to the smokehouse.

Responsibilities

• Re-assemble the room each morning and conduct pre-operational inspection
• Move raw meat combos from cooler and into combo dumper using a walk-behind electric pallet jack
• Ensure lot codes and expiration dates are properly used and accurately tracked; First In, First Out.
• Ensure meat passes metal detection process
• Ensure proper materials are used in accordance with the product being produced.
• Input proper programs into various machines in order to make finished goods required per production schedule
• Report any mechanical issues to maintenance, production supervisor and plant manager and assist in repairs as needed.
• Ensure food safety and food defense in the plant.

Qualifications

• Effective, Clear and Concise communication
• Computer / Technology literacy
• Effective Problem Solving skills
• Day to day flexibility. Ability to work normal and/or extended (evenings, nights, weekends, holidays) office hours to meet established deadlines.
• Ability to work as a team
• Physical stamina, able to work long hours on one's feet and lift and pull 50 pounds repeatedly
• Experience with warehouse equipment including forklifts and pallet jacks but not necessary
• Excellent organization and efficient time-management skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure
• Reliable Transportation
• Prior food manufacturing experience not necessary but helpful.
• Ability to safely operate moving machinery.
• Strong references from previous employers.
• Familiarity with Food Safety and Sanitation.

Benefits

We provide an amazing benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision and a lot of other benefits.

Schedule

Must have 6am – 4:30pm availability Sunday through Saturday. Typically work 4 days a week, 10 hour shifts.