Associate (Assembly)

The hourly pay for this position is $17 an hour. This position is based in San Clemente, CA. FreshRealm is looking for an Associate to receive produce & raw foods, assemble, ship, label, and/or package foods to customers using manual assembly and IT equipment. This role must follow all safety and health standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive foods, assemble Meal kits to recipe specifications, ship kits following Good Manufacturing Practices, and meet health and safety standards.
• Works on a limited number of food areas, lines, processes, or items. Work is relatively routine from week to week.
• May regularly operate standard conveyor belts or multiple pieces of essential equipment (approximately 30% of total equipment).
• Package meal kits following prescribed processes and procedures. Deviation from normal processes must be approved.
• Rotate and check food ingredients for freshness. May receive products and ensure the accuracy of the delivery.
• Keep work areas/assembly clean, demonstrating clean-as-you-go practices.
• May be required to complete essential paperwork related to food preparation, packaging, or labeling.
• Required to follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) as prescribed.
• In coordination with the team lead, identifies issues with Product, Food Safety, Quality, or Equipment and escalates matters to other departments or higher levels when needed.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Skills and Requirements

• A minimum of 3 months of experience working in a manufacturing environment applying common processes, procedures, and equipment.
• Knowledge of quality assurance practices.
• Experience applying and enforcing routine Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) in a chilled food environment is preferred.
  
  

Experience / Education

• Ability to follow all appropriate safety standards in food production
• Knowledge of basic math and reading comprehension skills
• General high school degree/ G.E.D or equivalent preferred
  
  

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and legal insurance
• 401(k) with company match that is immediately vested
• Life and ADD insurance
• Opportunities for career growth with a dynamic company that is changing the landscape of fresh meals
• Paid Time Off
  
  

Our Values at Work

We believe that ACTIONS speak louder than words and our company values align to those ACTIONS.

In Our Daily Work, This Looks Like

• ACCOUNTABILITY: Set clear objectives and prioritize your tasks Hold yourself and your teams accountable for meeting deadlines Learn from your mistakes and use it as a learning opportunity to improve next time
• CHALLENGE WITH CURIOSITY : We challenge and engage with each other through curiosity and a drive to innovate and transform. This encourages us to learn from one another, be open-minded to other perspectives and possibilities, and continuously improve and problem-solve with intensity. We persevere through challenges, observe patterns, and pay attention to the details to make connections others may overlook, allowing us to exceed expectations.
• TRANSPARENCY & HONESTY: Maintain open and consistent communication. Admit mistakes and take ownership Document decisions to help avoid misunderstandings
• INNOVATION : Work with the end-user in mind and create solutions that will add value Question existing norms, assumptions, and best practices Experiment and take calculated, data-driven risks
• OBJECTIVITY : Utilize data and make data-driven decisions at every opportunity
• NIMBLENESS : Utilize time management to help stay focused and on task with urgency es and make adjustments accordingly Delegate and trust others to handle specific responsibilities with resources and support
• SUCCESS THROUGH OUR CUSTOMERS : Know your audience and the type of work they expect to receive as the end-result of a project, initiative, or task Seek feedback at different stages to ensure you’re on the right track Foster collaboration among cross-functional teams to ensure you’re providing the best experience and service to our consumers.
  
  

Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

, CA

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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