Receiving Technician

• Do you believe quality in the beverages and food you drink are important?
• Do you like to stay busy and be on your feet?
• Do you enjoy a variety of job responsibilities?
• Do you like change and like to be challenged?
• Do you have an eye for detail?
• Do you enjoy being a team player, but still able to work by yourself?

If you answered yes, then TruRoots is right for you!

Why TruRoots Company?

• Stability - rooted in the community for over 40 years and continuing to grow.We are formerly Smucker's Natural Foods.
• The average employee tenure is seven years.
• Growth opportunities - pay for skill program
• Conveniently located off of Pulaski Highway in Havre de Grace
• Excellent Safety and Quality Culture
• Excellent Benefits
• Starting pay is $20.20/hr and eligibility for monthly bonuses and annual merit increases

Working Hours:M-TH 3:00 - 11:30 p.m. and F 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

This position is the first point of contact inspecting all raw material containers received for quality and company standards.

Raw Materials Handling

• Receives and tags all in-coming raw materials according to specification.
• Rotates raw materials in a FIFO (first in, first out) manner.
• Maintains and organizes reefers and freezer, including removal and documentation of any damaged raw materials.
• Pulls items from freezer according to future needs and thaw time.
• Stages RMs for the Mix Room according to batch sheets.
• Understands raw material labeling and location requirements.
• Manages RM inventory, including cycle counts

Sanitation

• Cleans and maintains all trash and recycling areas.
• Cleans and maintains perimeter of the production area including cobwebbing.
• Inspects, cleans, and replaces sanitation tools throughout the plant.
• Inspects and cleans drains that are not cleaned by the teams.
• Performs and documents sanitation and CIL activities for assigned area (RM Tech.)
• Operates floor scrubber to clean floors including proper use of chemicals.

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• - Forklift experience forklift

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. on a continuous basis

  • Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal direct supervision

  • Experience using computers

​TruRootswas created with a clear vision…to nourish our families, community, and planet from root to fruit. ​Our family of brands includesR.W. Knudsen Family,TruRootsorganic grain-based foods, andSanta Cruz Organicsauces and beverages.​

Grounded in our unmistakable legacy of passion, integrity, and quality-you-can-taste, TruRoots Company is committed to producing delicious products that nourish from farm to fridge!​ We continue to give back to the planet through sustainable practices, including waste reduction, water conservation, renewable electricity, and a Zero Waste to landfill facility.

TruRoots is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, natural origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

In compliance with federal and state employment laws, TruRoots prohibits discrimination against employees and applicants based on these protective characteristics. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer compensation, benefits, training, and termination.

We are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. Our commitment to diversity extends beyond compliance with the law. It is integral to our culture and central to our success as an organization.

You should be proficient in:

• Forklift Licensed
• Basic Computer Skills

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Forklifts