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Kayem Foods, Inc. Smokehouse Operator - 2nd shift in Chelsea, Massachusetts
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The individual in this position will be responsible for many functions. Listed are the major functions. Other duties may be assigned at any time throughout employment. Safety/Food safety, Communications, Quality Control, Inspection, Process Control, Documentation and data recording, Yield control. The process in this department controls the critical limits on all of our food safety programs. Persons taking on this position are held accountable for multiple responsibilities.
Utilize (position) temperature probes
Read and interpret charts
Manually control smoke dampers
Adjust cook cycles or portions
Read and interpret temperature-monitoring equipment
Knowledgeable in all aspects of smoking product
Knowledge of proper chemical use, safety procedures, and PPE (personal protective equipment)
Operating knowledge of the CIP system
Maintain yield records
Maintain chart recorders
Maintain smoke generators (clean and adjust) control chip level
Keep department area clean
Complete/coordinate loading sequence/data
Capable of completing all required reports
Capable of changing charts on chart recorders
Capable of manually adjusting oven cycles
Capable of programming oven cycles
Communicate to MGMT of all safety/operating problems
Ability to follow written and oral instruction
Comply with all HAACP requirements
Follow and record cooling guidelines
Calculate time differentials on oven cycles
Monitor product for consistency
Review equipment for proper operation
Ability to lift 50 lbs. frequently
REQUIREMENTS:
Have experience or working knowledge of processing equipment operation, processing specifications, and labeling requirements
Must also have basic knowledge of mathematics and calculations relating to the production
Good English skills and be able to complete required paperwork (productivity reports and other miscellaneous paperwork)
Capable of regularly lifting and /or move up to 50 lbs. and occasionally lift or move up to 75 lbs.
Ability to work on production floor; a wet, cold, hot and loud environment
Previous food manufacturing experience a plus
Company Overview
Kayem Foods is a family owned and operated craft meat business that has been making New England’s favorite franks, sausages, and prepared meats in Chelsea, Mass. since its founding by Kaz Monkiewicz back in 1909. Well over 100 years later, we are the largest meat processor in New England and still pushing our craft to the next level – tweaking recipes to have the perfect flavors and extending our expertise into delicious new areas and collaborations – such as Kayem’s Night Shift Brewing Small Batch Beer Brats. One thing will never change, it’s our “Old World” food philosophy: to only make food we would share with our own friends and family. We offer the opportunity for professional growth and to make a difference in a flexible and collaborative environment.
Kayem offers competitive wages and benefits to full time employees. Kayem benefits include:
Healthcare Insurance, and Dental (pre-tax and effective first day of employment)
Vision (pre-tax and effective the 1st day of the month after start of employment)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan (Health Care Reimbursement and Dependent Care (effective 1st day of employment)
Reimbursement)
Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (effective 1st day of employment and no cost to employee)
Safe Harbor 401(K) Retirement Plan (with employer matching contributions of up to 3% plus 50% of your contributions up to 5%)
Vacation Pay, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
Education Reimbursement (eligible after 6 months of continuous employment and up to $3,000 for career development)
Opt-Out Medical Rebate, Doctor on Demand, and Wellness Initiatives for those who are eligible!
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