Vegetable Blender - Ajinomoto Foods North America

Position Summary:

Ajinomoto Foods is a leading frozen foods company, committed to providing nutritious and delicious meals globally. With a rich history of diverse ethnic brands, our brands have become household favorites all across America. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, all our products are cooked with our customers in mind, providing healthy and delicious meals for all.

 

We are looking for a Veggie Blend Mixer to join our rapidly expanding team in the Portland area. The VBM is responsible for processing frozen vegetables. 

 

Schedules are typically between Monday - Friday. 8 hour shifts, rotating start times between 4am and 6am.

 

Starting pay is $17.50/hour. There are plenty of growth opportunities for employees with mechanical ability or leadership skills!

 

If you choose to work with us, you will be an integral part of a team with a rich and diverse culture that learns, grows, and succeeds together. You will also have access to some amazing benefits such as: 

 

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance on DAY ONE
• Company paid STD, LTD, and Life Insurance on DAY ONE
• 80 hours of vacation and 40 hours of sick time per fiscal year
• 401(k) Retirement Savings plan that includes company’s matching contributions up to 4.5%
• Wellness reimbursement towards gym membership and/or exercise equipment
• Referral bonuses totaling $1000 when an employee refers someone to work with our company
• Quarterly sales of product to employees

Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide support for the manufacturing processes of different lines. Obtain vegetables, beef, and/or onion and other items from freezers or cooler. Weigh vegetables and various proteins into batches to be mixed or cooked and provided to the lines. Keep various work areas clean and organized as per company Good Housekeeping Procedures.
• Assist in equipment set up during Start-Up and disassembling of equipment at the end of the production day. Production equipment may consist of Veggie Mixer, Watanabe, and Urshel Slicer.       May operate other equipment necessary in support of production needs and demands.
• May be assigned to various production rooms which may require activities related to the job function of supporting that specific line. May also be assigned as a general laborer supporting a specific production line.
• Must follow the Verification Process by verifying all ingredients pulled before using.
• Must be competent and understand all necessary paper work and production flowcharts critical to the manufacturing, mixing and weighing of various items.
• Must understand and follow all warehouse and logistical Standard Operating Procedures specifically in the areas of “Additional Materials” and “Returns”.
• Maintain good control of ingredients and balance by utilizing FIFO (First In, First Out) method.
• Must be able to read, analyze and comprehend the production schedule and various production documentation critical to the daily operation of each production line.
• May be required to become EPJ (Electric Pallet Jack) certified and/or HACCP Monitor certified.

Position Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Basic knowledge of simple math skills
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English preferred, but not required.
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