Production Services- Grinder Operator - 1st shift

SUMMARY: The Grind Operator is responsible for preparing and processing meat according to daily production schedules and specifications. This role includes verifying meat types, weights, and grind sizes, operating grinding equipment, entering production data into the appropriate system, and ensuring quality and safety standards are met throughout the process. The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, follow strict GMP and safety protocols, and be willing to cross-train and support other positions or departments as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and verify the schedule/cards for the production day. This includes reviewing all pertinent information during shift change
• Know and understand meat types and grind size
• Verify meat weight, date, and type constantly to match the schedule needs
• Follow grinding procedures as outlined in production formulation
• Document all process and productivity information
• Enter product information on the AX system and report any issues
• Assemble and disassemble equipment as needed for wash down or bone collector inspections
• Stop production line as needed to seek immediate attention to correct any problems
• Keep area clean, sanitary and follow safety work practices such as and GMP’s
• Meet with supervisor at the end of the day
• Be willing to be cross trained within department to cover other positions successfully when needed
• Other duties as assigned, which includes in other departments depending on the season

REQUIREMENTS:

• To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
• Must be able to assimilate to the team and willing to learn every job in the area successfully
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences, and memos in English
• Must have basic mathematical skills
• 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, 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!

(Please NO staffing agencies or external recruiter calls)

Pay Range

The base pay range for this role is $19.75 USD/Hourly

The listed salary range represents Kayem Foods’ good faith estimate for this position and represents the minimum and maximum for new hire pay ranges.

Ranges are reviewed on a regular basis. An employee’s rate of pay within the range is determined by their qualifications, relevant experience, and demonstrated performance over time. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future and continued wage growth. This position is eligible for our comprehensive benefits package and is eligible for an annual wage review. Kayem Foods complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws