What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dry Goods / Production Services - 2nd shift position at Kayem Foods, Inc. Career Center?
SUMMARY: The Dry Goods Receiver & Production Services Team Member supports both warehouse receiving operations and food production activities. This role ensures efficient receipt, storage, and inventory control of materials while also assisting in production line operations to maintain consistent product quality and output. The ideal candidate is adaptable, detail-oriented, and cross-trained to perform in multiple departments as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Include the following; other duties may be assigned as needed:
Receiving & Inventory Control
- Prepare and organize storage areas prior to receiving activities; rotate stock as needed to maintain freshness and accuracy.
- Coordinate with the shipping office clerk to assign dock doors and schedule deliveries.
- Inspect all incoming pallets/bins for visible damage, defects, or signs of tampering.
- Tag, label, and move products to designated storage areas following established procedures.
- Maintain storage, racking, and product identification systems for traceability.
- Complete all required Kayem paperwork and accurately enter product information into the Kayem AX system using a scanner.
- Perform regular inventory checks, cycle counts, and product transfers within the AX system.
- Report delivery discrepancies or inventory issues to buyers.
- Work in freezer environments as required.
- Utilize AX, Excel, and Word for reporting and recordkeeping.
- Maintain an organized, clean, and sanitary warehouse and production environment.
- Comply with all HACCP, OSHA, USDA, SSOP, and GMP requirements.
Production Support & Operations
- Prepare and stage production materials and supplies to meet daily production needs.
- Perform general production duties such as assembling, packing, stacking, and palletizing food products.
- Occasionally work directly on the production line to support volume requirements.
- Visually inspect products for quality and remove non-conforming items.
- Assist in machine setup and preparation based on production schedules and specifications.
- Assemble, inspect, and clean equipment parts before and after runs, following lockout/tagout procedures.
- Conduct first-piece inspections and perform routine quality checks (e.g., weight, size, twist, casing).
- Verify scale accuracy and machine settings; perform routine operational audits to ensure compliance.
- Assist with disassembly, cleaning, and safe storage of equipment at the end of the shift.
- Be cross-trained and capable of working effectively in multiple departments as needed.