Production Associate
Full Time • Baltimore
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Tuition assistance
- Vision insurance
Job Summary:
The Production Associate supports all aspects of production, in accordance with the Company’s established Quality System. Duties include manufacturing of food ingredients, maintaining efficient operational flow of raw materials and finished product in the warehouse, shipping & receiving, and performing facility maintenance and cleaning per the established periodic schedule.
Job Functions:
Food Ingredient Production
The Production Associate supports all aspects of production, in accordance with the Company’s established Quality System. Duties include manufacturing of food ingredients, maintaining efficient operational flow of raw materials and finished product in the warehouse, shipping & receiving, and performing facility maintenance and cleaning per the established periodic schedule.
Job Functions:
Food Ingredient Production
- Coordinate with Operations Supervisor regarding daily production goals
- Follow detailed instructions (formula sheets) to compound and manufacture food ingredients
- Dispense finished food ingredients into multiple packaging systems
- Affix finished product labels to final packaging
- Complete records which document daily activities
Warehouse Management
- Receive, label as required, and place incoming materials into designated storage locations
- Coordinate with transport drivers to safely load shipments to customers
- Prepare outgoing customer orders for shipment using packing lists and shipping websites for scheduling pickups and bills of lading
- Store produced materials in designated locations
- Ensure accurate completion of records which document shipping & receiving activities
Facility Maintenance
- Clean assets used during daily production
- Monitor production and maintenance equipment to minimize risk to products and personnel
- Perform regular facility maintenance and cleaning per established periodic schedule
- Complete records which document facility maintenance and cleaning activities
General
- Support continuous improvements to enhance processes, increase efficiency, and reduce waste
- Perform other related duties assigned by management
Job Qualifications:
Education
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
- Food manufacturing industry or regulated manufacturing environment (preferred)
- Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) (preferred)
- Shipping & receiving (preferred)
Skills
- Desire for professional growth into roles of increasing responsibility
- Manage time effectively, prioritize work tasks, and meet deadlines
- Follow detailed instructions, thoroughly document work, and read and understand charts
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
- Proactively and clearly communicate challenges, observations, and conflicts
Certifications
- Current training in Department of Transportation (DOT) Hazardous Material shipping regulations (preferred)
Physical Requirements
- Handle products which may contain allergens (milk, peanuts, tree nuts, sesame, and soy), alcohol, and sulfites
- Use generally recognized as safe (GRAS) food chemicals and cleaning chemicals
- Possess general vision, hearing, speech, and color perception abilities
- Lift up to 50 pounds frequently Carry up to 30 pounds occasionally
- Climb ladders and mobile staircases sporadically throughout workday
- Stand and walk for majority of workday Sit sporadically throughout workday
- Reach, handle, and feel objects, tools, or controls frequently
- Bend, squat, kneel, crouch, and balance frequently
Shift and schedule:
- 8-hour Day Shift
- Monday to Friday
Parker Flavors, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Compensation: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour
We Set the Standard for Exceptional Flavors
For more than 125 years, Parker Flavors has been setting the standard for high-quality flavorings for the bakery, beverage, candy, dairy and wellness markets. Our expert flavor specialists are at-the-ready with innovative cost-saving solutions delivered in unrivaled turnaround times. From tight deadlines to new flavor profiles and functional formulations, Parker Flavors produces exceptional flavor solutions that elevate products and boost bottom lines. With a company culture dedicated to customer success, Parker Flavors is driven to keep our customers at the top of their markets.
Exceptional People are the Essence of Our Culture
Multi-talented people with an extraordinary work ethic are what fuels the success of an organization with more than a century of legacy in the flavor industry. Our exceptional staff are proactive, customer-focused and adhere to an “all-hands-on-deck” team approach that has resulted in a portfolio of decades-long customer relationships. Plus, they just have great taste.
Interested in Joining Our Team?
Interested in Joining Our Team?
Our team is led by the experience and expertise of four generations of family entrepreneurship and a company culture that is rooted by our dedication to the customer experience. We’re always looking for team players that have the unique skills that keep us running and amplify our legacy of great taste. Interested? Connect with us about upcoming opportunities.
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Competitive Pay & Insurance
Receive competitive pay as well as medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage.
Extraordinary Benefits
Enjoy PTO, paid holidays, 401K + company match, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program and profit sharing.
Growth Opportunities
Take advantage of opportunities to be challenged, educated and successful in a positive team environment.
Legacy of Safety & Quality
We’re dedicated to a superior level of food safety and quality for our customers and our employees.