What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Grade Compounder/Warehouse position at Calhoun Plastics & Chemicals, Inc.?
Job Summary
Join our dynamic team as a Food Grade Compounder/Warehouse professional, where you'll play a vital role in the preparation, handling, and storage of high-quality food-grade compounds. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment dedicated to food safety and quality. You will be responsible for accurately mixing ingredients, operating specialized machinery, maintaining strict sanitation standards, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory and safety protocols. Your expertise will contribute directly to the production of safe, high-quality food products enjoyed by consumers worldwide.
Responsibilities
- Measure, mix, and prepare food-grade compounds following detailed manufacturing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and recipes
- Operate machinery and material handling equipment such as forklifts and material lifts safely and efficiently
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas, equipment, and storage spaces in compliance with HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and food safety standards
- Perform manual handling tasks including heavy lifting, loading, unloading, and transporting raw materials and finished products
- Conduct mechanical troubleshooting on equipment to ensure optimal operation and minimize downtime
- Adhere strictly to safety protocols including PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) use, safety standards in production, and regulatory/legal compliance standards in food manufacturing
- Support food safety management initiatives by monitoring processes for contamination risks and ensuring proper documentation of procedures and inspections
- Assist in inventory management by accurately recording material usage, stock levels, and batch tracking
- Follow all manufacturing SOPs related to food handling, processing, baking, cooking, and kitchen safety practices such as knife skills when applicable
Experience
- Prior experience in food production or manufacturing environments is highly preferred
- Hands-on experience with machine operation, mechanical troubleshooting, or equipment maintenance is advantageous
- Background in kitchen settings or restaurant environments demonstrating food handling skills is beneficial
- Knowledge of sanitation procedures, HACCP principles, GMP standards, and regulatory compliance related to food safety is essential
- Familiarity with material handling equipment such as forklifts or other warehouse machinery is a plus
- Basic math skills for measurements and recipe calculations are required
- Experience with manual handling tasks including heavy lifting and safe material transport is necessary
- Previous roles involving food preparation or processing that demonstrate attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols will stand out
Join us to be part of a committed team dedicated to producing safe, high-quality food products while maintaining the highest standards of safety and efficiency. Your expertise will help ensure our operations run smoothly while supporting our mission of delivering excellence in the food industry.
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17