JOB POSTING JOB TITLE:

• Knife Sharpener
• Knife Sharpener (Training Provided)
• Knife Sharpener (No Experience Required)
• Factory Worker / Knife Sharpener (Training Provided)
• Factory Worker / Knife Sharpener (No Experience Required)

JOB POSTING OPENING TEXT:

Our client, a new company called FoodPrep Solutions that provides knife sharpening services (along with the sharpening of cutting devices used in food preparation) to the foodservice industry throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions is looking for a dedicated, hardworking person who would like to learn new skills while working in an exciting and busy facility, as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. The skills you learn here will help propel your career!

To be successful as a Knife Sharpener, you should be a committed, communicative team player with excellent attention to detail, as well as organizational and time management skills.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Knife Sharpener’s duties include working with industrial machinery to sharpen knives, food preparation cutting accessories, and other equipment. In addition, the Knife Sharpener may assist with other aspects of the process, including (but not limited to) including washing knives and cutting accessories, stocking inventory, unloading and loading deliveries, cleaning appliances and machinery, removing and disposing of waste, as well as other duties, as needed.

COMPENSATION:

Hourly Overtime Eligible

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities an employee is expected to perform.

Machinery Startup

• Understand and follow the proper procedures for starting up machinery and preparing for use

Sharpen Knives, Cutting Accessories, and other Equipment

• Operate machinery safely, following all safety procedures.
• Handle and carry knives and cutting accessories carefully and according to proper safety procedures.
• Hollow grind or hone knives, cutting accessories, and other equipment according to best practices, producing ready-to-deliver equipment for customers.

Machinery Shut-Down and Cleaning

• Understand and follow the proper procedures for starting up machinery shut down, including lock out/tag out procedures
• Clean machinery, following all safety procedures.

Other Aspects of Production Process

• Assist with other aspects of the production process, as directed.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

• Reports directly to the Production Manager

REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferred Experience:
• 1-2 years of factory or shop experience using industrial tools and machinery; preference given to those with knife sharpening or knife handling experience.

• Preferred Skills:
• Bilingual fluency is a plus (English and Spanish)

SKILLS YOU MUST BRING TO THE JOB:

• Following Policies and Procedures: Following both written and spoken instructions, and completing work as requested or described, following all procedures so that work product is high quality and work is done safely.
• Quality of work & attention to detail: Delivering error-free work that fulfills the requirements of the assignment.
• Organization & Productivity: Efficiently using time; planning and prioritizing work effectively; completing work according to schedule; getting things done.
• Initiative & Follow Through: Identifying what is needed to be done and doing it before being asked or before the situation requires it; acting quickly to achieve results; seeing tasks through to the end. Being dependable and reliable and bringing their best each day.
• Adaptability & Flexibility: Adapting to changing needs, conditions, and work responsibilities; meeting deadlines, and maintaining composure in stressful situations; open to different and new ways of doing things; willing to modify approach.
• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Accountability: Taking personal accountability for actions, rather than placing blame on others.
• Contributing Constructively: Providing helpful, relevant, and original ideas that result in improvements. Challenging the status quo.
• Positivity & optimism: Maintaining a positive outlook; facing challenges with optimism; seeing the possibilities in all situations.
• Interpersonal Skills: Building effective working relationships characterized by a high level of cooperation and mutual respect; communicating respectfully and listening to others while making an attempt to understand alternative viewpoints.
• Attendance & Punctuality: Showing up on time each day and putting in the hours needed to get the work done.
• Communication Skills: Ability to read instructions, policies and procedures, and signs written in English; create written sentences and complete documents in English; listen and understand verbal communications in English; speak clearly and provide organized thoughts in English.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Must be able to stand for hours at a time, including standing in stationary positions for extended periods of time.
• Frequently lifts, carries, pushes, or drags boxes or equipment up to 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation, and ability to move heavier items with assistance.
• Works in production and warehousing facilities, navigating machinery, equipment and tools.
• Frequently required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, and machinery, and eye-protection will be provided.
• Occasionally required to position self in a stooping, kneeling, or crouching manner.
• Frequently communicates with other employees, and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• The noise level in the work environment may require ear protection, which will be provided.
• Walks on uneven surfaces, including surfaces that may be wet or slippery with oils or other substances.
• Handles various industrial solvents and other substances that require knowledge of proper handling and cleaning procedures to work with safely.

SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS

• May require flexibility in scheduling, such as the ability to work irregular shifts such as potential evenings or weekends.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. FGS retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

FPS is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

My signature below acknowledges that I have read, understand, and I am able to perform all duties listed in the job description.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $10.00 - $13.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Cooking: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Food Handler Certification (Preferred)
• Food Safe, SafeCheck, Food Handler or equivalent (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person