Manufacturing Operator V-1st Shift

About Amy’s

At Amy’s Kitchen, we're more than just a food company- we're a family-owned, proudly independent organic, and vegetarian food company on a mission. As a Certified B Corporation®, our purpose is clear: to make it simple and enjoyable for everyone to eat well.

We're committed to crafting authentic, mouthwatering dishes using only the finest organic ingredients sourced with care. From farm to table, we ensure top-notch quality in every bite, making healthy eating accessible and convenient for all. At Amy’s, we're not just serving meals; we're serving up a taste of goodness, one delicious dish at a time.

Amy’s Perks: 

• A fun and safe atmosphere where teamwork is encouraged
• Weeks of on-the-job training for your new role
• Discount on Amy’s products
• Opportunities to grow and advance your career
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Affordable Amy’s meals on-site for lunch and dinner
• Bonus incentives based on attendance and safety
• Referral Bonuses
• Safety Shoe Program, covered by Amy’s
• 401k program (up to 4% contribution matching after 1 year)
• Parental Leave Program
• Education reimbursement; scholarship Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Unpaid Time Off options

Shift: 1st (Starting times do vary by day)

Pay: $16.65

Location: White City

If you or someone you know is interested, submit your application today and call or TEXT a recruiter with any questions @ 541-831-3000

SUMMARY

To assist with the assembly and packaging of frozen foods.  This position rotates through several workstations and includes equipment setup, operation and troubleshooting requiring the employee to be able to perform the various tasks at each station. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned.

Core Production and Packaging Responsibilities:

• Comply with all company policies, GMPs, food safety, product-protection, and safety requirements at all times.
• Operate assigned assembly and packaging line tasks and rotate into Manufacturing Worker duties as needed to support production.
• Support the setup, priming, testing, operation, and adjustment of production equipment; assist with changeovers, line reconfigurations, coder updates, cleaning tasks, and material staging.
• Understand equipment functions, operating procedures, and control settings; assist with performing basic inspections and preventive maintenance and contact maintenance when issues arise.
• Load, stock, stage, and replenish materials; build and supply cases; maintain proper line speeds; and quickly clear jams to minimize downtime and support efficient product flow.
• Inspect packaging materials and finished goods; remove defective or underweight items; respond to metal detector alerts; and conduct product quality checks throughout the shift.
• Assist with monitoring and complying with all process requirements, Critical Control Points (CCPs), and Preventive Controls, including temperatures, metal detection, cooling verification, sanitation, line clearance, barcode checks, and accurate material usage.
• Accurately complete all required documentation, including batch sheets, lot code verification, and item number confirmation as needed.
• Perform housekeeping and maintain cleanliness of equipment and work areas during production, downtime, and recovery activities.
• Communicate effectively, collaborate with team members, report safety, mechanical, or quality concerns promptly, assist with training, attend meetings as needed, and support continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned and work overtime during peak production periods.

Packaging Line Downtime & Product Recovery Duties:

In periods of line downtime, slowdowns, or interruptions, the Operator may be assigned to product recovery and line support functions, including:

• Palletize finished products and stage materials to maintain workflow continuity.
• Supply and transport empty racks, pallets, or materials to minimize production disruption.
• Respond quickly to line stoppages by supporting rack movement, product handling, and recovery tasks.
• Offload product from the packaging line and transfer materials to designated staging or handling areas.
• Place products onto metal trays following food safety and handling standards.
• Load trays onto racks, prepare racks for storage or movement, and apply required protective coverings (including blue bags where applicable).
• Transfer racks to freezer locations following safety and operating procedures.
• Ensure accurate application of Work‑In‑Progress (WIP) tags supplied by the Line Lead.
• Inspect outer packaging for correct lot codes, date codes, and serial numbers.
• Maintain communication with Line Leads and Supervisors regarding product movement and operational needs.

Additional Production & Material Handling Responsibilities:

The Operator provides cross‑department support based on production needs, including:

• Assist Mixing Operators with heavy lifting, material handling, and general mixing support functions (paperwork not required).
• Load assembly lines with required materials to support uninterrupted production.
• Maintain adequate frozen‑goods supply by keeping bins filled and monitoring flow.
• Ensure continuous material feed to automated Chef Robotics systems by keeping bins properly filled.
• At the Medford plant, help the Pavan line by keeping the hoppers full and bringing the materials needed for the product being made.

Medford Plant Only – Pizza Crust Line Responsibilities – Basket Handler:

When assigned to pizza crust line operations, the Operator may perform Basket Handler duties:

• Support crust line operations independently across assigned areas (Side A and Side B).
• Monitor and maintain consistent product flow, ensuring dough racks are positioned and available.
• Walk the line to balance material movement and prevent delays.
• Identify and resolve material‑flow issues proactively to prevent stoppages.
• Maintain ongoing communication with Line Performance Technicians and People & Production Supervisors about product flow or operational concerns.

It is the responsibility of all employees to uphold the mission of the Amy’s Food Safety and Quality Policy.  This includes following all Food Safety and Sustainability programs and participating in all required training.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION

None Required

EXPERIENCE

No prior experience required.

SKILLS

• Language Skills
• Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.
• Ability to print and speak simple sentences.

• Mathematical Skills
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Able to use calculator.

• Reasoning Ability
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS 

• None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.  The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to walk and taste or smell.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and must have the ability to occasionally lift or push up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.  The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold, and risk of electrical shock.  May move materials in/out of freezers. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

onment is usually moderate.

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