Bulk Packer

CITY FRESH FOODS INC - 2.9

Roxbury, MA Job Details $19.36 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Employee stock purchase plan Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Qualifications Bilingual Kitchen health and safety standards Food production Maintaining an organized workspace Food service health code compliance Packing Food service cleaning Labeling Basic math Food portioning Order preparation Moving Palletization Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence Manual packaging High school diploma or GED Food safety sanitizing procedures Stacking Bag packaging Safety equipment Implementing quality control processes for products Packaging (food) Packaging assembly Weight measurement Quality assurance experience within manufacturing Materials handling Measuring ingredients Visual inspection for quality control Picking & packing Production records

Full Job Description Job Summary:

The Bulk Packer is responsible for accurately portioning, packing, sealing, labeling, and preparing bulk food products and meals for distribution to City Fresh Foods customers and programs. This position works as part of the Production team to ensure meals and food products are packed according to production schedules, customer specifications, food safety requirements, and City Fresh Foods quality standards. The Bulk Packer must work efficiently in a fast-paced food production environment while maintaining accuracy, cleanliness, sanitation, and proper food handling practices.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Portion and pack prepared food into designated bulk containers, pans, trays, bags, or other approved packaging. Package bulk order items and notify director when inventory is low. Follow proper handwashing, glove-use, personal hygiene, uniform, and hair-restraint requirements. Assist with setting up and breaking down packing stations before and after production. Assemble boxes, containers, labels, and other packaging materials needed for daily production. Follow production sheets, packing lists, menus, portion requirements, and customer specifications. Verify that the correct food items, quantities, portion sizes, and packaging materials are used for each order. Properly seal, cover, label, date, and identify completed food products. Check labels and packaging for accuracy before products are released for staging or distribution. Removes defective products or materials, placing them in specified areas for handling. Examines containers, products, and materials for quality control and ensures packing requirements are met. Seals containers or materials. Marks and labels containers, container tags, labels, or products. Enters packing, order, and product information in or on required forms, records, or other documents. Stacks cambros on pallets and move completed products to designated staging, refrigeration, holding, or distribution areas. Follow all City Fresh Foods food safety, sanitation, workplace safety, and production policies and procedures. Follow applicable FDA, local health department, OSHA, and other food safety and workplace requirements. Perform other production, packing, cleaning, or related duties as assigned based on operational needs. Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required. Previous food production, food service, commercial kitchen, manufacturing, assembly, or packing experience preferred. Experience working in a high-volume food production environment is a plus. Food safety training or certification is preferred; required training may be provided by City Fresh Foods. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to read production sheets, product labels, quantities, dates, and basic food preparation information. Basic counting, weighing, measuring, and math skills. Ability to maintain accuracy while working at production speed. Strong attention to detail. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Ability to follow food safety and sanitation procedures consistently. Dependable attendance and punctuality. Ability to adapt to changing production requirements and priorities. Physical Requirements The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, including: Stand and walk for extended periods during the work shift. Frequently bend, reach, push, pull, grasp, and perform repetitive hand and arm movements. Regularly lift and carry food containers, boxes, pans, supplies, and other materials. Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, individually or with assistance when appropriate. Push and pull loaded carts and racks. Work around commercial kitchen equipment and food production machinery. Safely perform repetitive packing and portioning activities throughout the shift. Work Enviroment The Bulk Packer works primarily in a commercial food production and packing environment. The employee may regularly work in or around: Hot and cold food production areas. Refrigerators, freezers, and temperature-controlled areas. Wet or slippery surfaces. Commercial kitchen and production equipment. Food, steam, water, cleaning and sanitizing products, and varying temperatures. A fast-paced environment with daily production and distribution deadlines. Employees are required to use appropriate personal protective equipment and follow all safety procedures applicable to their assigned work area. Performance Expectations Successful performance in this position includes: Accurate portioning and packing. Proper labeling and order accuracy. Meeting production schedules and deadlines. Compliance with food safety and sanitation requirements. Maintaining a clean and organized work area. Minimizing food and packaging waste. Dependable attendance and punctuality. Safe work practices. Effective teamwork and communication. Consistent adherence to City Fresh Foods policies and supervisor instructions. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement City Fresh Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value the perspectives they bring. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or active military status, or any other legally protected status under federal or Massachusetts law. All employment decisions—including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, benefits, promotion, discipline, termination, and other terms and conditions of employment—are made without regard to protected status. City Fresh Foods, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, consistent with applicable law.

DISCLAIMER

This job responsibility description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the employer as necessitated by business demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. City Fresh Foods serves a diverse population. Applicants who have a multicultural background and/or bilingual are encouraged to apply. We offer a generous benefits package including: A retirement employee-funded 401(K) plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan Competitive Medical and Dental Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance Vacation and Sick Time Benefits Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent Care) Other benefits and perks!