Batch Cooker Helper-2nd Shift

Job description

Furmano's roots run deep in the heart of Pennsylvania's rich, fertile farmland. Since 1921, family owned Furmano's has produced delicious, wholesome foods. Still guided by the original values that made the Furmano's name synonymous with the quality, the care and dedication with which our products are sourced and processed grows with each generation.
Furmano Foods Core Values:

• Safety
• Thankfulness
• Honesty
• Kindness
• Unity
• Diligence
• Stick-To-it-Iveness

Physical Requirements:

1. Must be capable of assisting with starting up, shutting down, and changing recipes properly on the Allpax cooker computer.

2. Must be able to fill out all required paperwork & documentation neatly, accurately, and timely.

3. Verify pouch codes & inspect pouch integrity to ensure good seals

4. Must know & understand all critical parameters of the thermal process

5. Keep Cooker area clean and orderly.

6. Perform loading and unloading of Cooker carts.

7. Help with routine maintenance on cookers as required.

8. Perform the proper testing for IT (initial temperature) and pouch thickness

9. Maintain a positive teamwork atmosphere by actions, communicating and

helping co-workers.

10. Do any other jobs which Supervisor may assign.

Food safety is the responsibility of every employee. Any issues should be brought to the immediate attention of area supervisor of manager

Skills and Abilities:

1. Keep accurate records

2. Be alert to noises or conditions that indicate there may be a mechanical problem developing.

3. Communicate effectively to a variety of people

4. Graduate of Better Process Schooling Certification

Body Movements – the amount of time spent performing each physical requirement:

• Occasional - 1/3 or less
• Frequent – 1/3 to 2/3
• Continuous – 2/3 or more

Standing: Frequent to Continuous

Walking: Frequent to Continuous

Sitting: Minimal

Lifting: Occasional to frequent (heavy duty position / ability to lift 50lbs )

Carrying: NA

Climbing: Minimal

Climbing Stairs: Minimal

Climbing ladders: Frequent to Continuous

Crawling: NA

Working in kneeling position: NA

Working with arms extended at shoulder level or above: Minimal

Twisting and Turning: Frequent to continuous

Reaching: Frequent to Occasional

Bending: Occasional to frequent

Driving: NA

Pushing and Pulling: Occasional to Frequent

Hand Movement: Manual dexterity

• Simple grasping: frequent
• Fine manipulation: NA

Operating Equipment: Continuous Cooker

Position Requirements: Must be able to safely reach top of pallet while stretch wrapping.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned by the manager of this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:2nd Shift -night shift 3pm-11pm / Monday-Friday
8 hour shift, may need to work extended hours / Overtime based on needs of the business
Weekend availability in season w/ specific mandatory Saturdays as needed

Salary: Up to $18.05 per hr.
Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee Profit Sharing Bonus
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Northumberland, PA 17857: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

Behaviors
Preferred

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations
Preferred

• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Behaviors

• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)