What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Production Associate position at Hilo Products, Inc?
Job Title: Processor
Job Summary: The processor is responsible for inspecting, cleaning, cutting, and packaging fresh fruits and vegetables to create safe, high-quality, customer-ready products while strictly adhering to food safety standards and production schedules.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Prepare, wash, peel, and slice fruits and vegetables per standard operating procedures.
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Assemble finished produce items such as salads, trays, or cut components and then seal, label, and package them for shipment.
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Ensure product consistency and quality, verifying weights and presentation of packages.
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Maintain sanitation and safety by keeping the work area, tools, and equipment clean, and following food safety guidelines.
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Operate machines and equipment safely as trained and support other production areas as needed.
Qualifications:
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Previous experience in fresh produce processing is preferred but not required
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Strong knife skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow instructions accurately.
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Comfortable working in refrigerated environments and standing for long periods.
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Able to work weekends and holidays as needed.
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Great communication skills and a team player.
Benefits (for those who qualify):
- Free Medical, Drug, Vision, and Dental through HMSA or Kaiser and HDS
- Voluntary Benefits such as Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage; Life Insurance options; Long Term Disability coverage; Legal Services coverage; Identity Theft Protection; Pet Insurance; HealthCare FSA; and Dependent Care FSA
- Employee perks include discounts on select businesses and services
- 401k with company match
- Paid Time Off
Hilo Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The Company strictly prohibits and does not tolerate any discrimination towards applicants based on race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.