Bench

About Us:

Since 1935, we've been on a mission to bring a little extra happiness to everyday life and inspire connections over food. We select the finest ingredients the world has to offer, craft premium products made with love, and never settle for shortcuts. We believe that when we share our food, we share a part of ourselves — and that's the only way we'd put our name on it.

Today, our small family company has grown into a national leader in specialty olives, peppers, and sauces under the leadership of CEO Jeff Mezzetta, and our commitment to quality has never wavered. With an 80-year legacy behind us and a bright future ahead, we're seeking passionate, driven candidates to help us bring our cherished family traditions to a new generation.

The ideal candidate will have an immediate connection to our Core Ingredients:

• Crunchy Crunchy: We are hungry for excellence.
• Own It: We think and act as an owner – with appetite, initiative, and responsibility.
• Connection: We build authentic relationships that foster trust and open communications.
• Vibrance: We come to work eager and passionate about fulfilling our vision. When we share our work, we share a part of who we are.
  
  

Role Purpose:

As a Bench Worker, your role is essential in supporting various tasks within the production process, ensuring the creation of high-quality products that align with Mezzetta's standards. You will perform a combination of responsibilities from both the Olive Stuffer and Line Worker roles, contributing to overall production efficiency and quality.

Responsibilities:

• Perform work center activities and tasks in a manner that supports the team in producing quality products and maintains line productivity standards consistent with Mezzetta's high standards for food safety and quality.
• Adhere strictly to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Food Production Quality (FPQ), and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) requirements to achieve and maintain food safety standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all equipment and processes within your assigned area. Ensure all food contact surfaces are always kept clean and free of contamination.
• Monitor equipment and conveyors for any malfunctions or abnormalities and promptly report them to the Line Lead for resolution.
• Stuff olives with garlic or pepper, ensuring each one meets or surpasses Mezzetta's standards for flavor, taste, and appearance.
• Achieve performance targets for assigned tasks, such as pounds stuffed per hour, per shift.
• Maintain performance to quality standards while monitoring for any product defects.
• Complete 100% of required Alchemy training, including Personal Safety and Food Safety Training.
• Support other team members and share best techniques and training to ensure collective success.
• Engage in identifying opportunities to improve products and processes to enhance the customer experience.
• Ensure compliance with company policy, which mandates that all personnel capable of impacting product quality, safety, and legality are competent and trained to effectively carry out their roles.
  
  

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in food production or manufacturing preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and follow instructions accurately.
• Willingness to adhere to strict food safety and quality standards.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects as required.
• Must be reliable and punctual.
  
  

Work Environment:

• The work environment may involve exposure to fluctuating ambient temperatures and humidity levels.
• Exposure to strong odors and fumes from hot peppers and other flavorful products processed within the facility is possible.
• The position requires the ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks, such as bending, stooping, and using hands for sorting and inspection on the production line.
  
  

Pay Range

$19—$19.30 USD

Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace:

At Mezzetta, we embrace diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where you know you belong. Part of that commitment includes a zero-tolerance policy and being an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Mezzetta are solely based on merit, qualifications, abilities and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, family or parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. All of us share in the responsibility of fulfilling this commitment and creating a culture where our team can thrive.