Blender Operator - 2nd shift

• Report to the Production floor in a timely manner for shift start and dress in the proper PPE (personal protective equipment)
• Meet with 1st shift Blender Operator to discuss issues that need to be addressed or any updates
• Review and verify blend sheets and check all meat and spices against written formula
• Verify meat weight and type
• Follow blending procedures as outlined in production formulation
• Document all process and productivity information
• Enter information on the MES system and report any problems
• When wash downs are required perform lockout/tagout and complete wash down of blender and make the next blend in a timely manner
• Stop production line as needed to seek immediate attention to correct any problems
• Keep area clean, sanitary, and follow safety work practices such as and GMP’s
• Assist team in dismantling and assembling equipment
• Meet with the supervisor at the end of the day
• Be willing to be cross trained within department to cover responsibilities if required
• Other duties as assigned

• To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences, and memos in English
• Must have basic mathematical skills
• Capable of regularly lifting and /or move up to 50 lbs. and occasionally lift or move up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to work on production floor; a wet, cold, and loud environment
• Previous food manufacturing experience a plus

Company Overview:
Kayem Foods is a family owned and operated craft meat business that has been making New England’s favorite franks, sausages, and prepared meats in Chelsea, Mass. since its founding by Kaz Monkiewicz back in 1909. Well over 100 years later, we are the largest meat processor in New England and still pushing our craft to the next level – tweaking recipes to have the perfect flavors and extending our expertise into delicious new areas and collaborations – such as Kayem’s Night Shift Brewing Small Batch Beer Brats. One thing will never change, it’s our “Old World” food philosophy: to only make food we would share with our own friends and family. We offer the opportunity for professional growth and to make a difference in a flexible and collaborative environment.

Kayem offers competitive wages and benefits to full time employees. Kayem benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, employer funded life insurance, 401k with employer match, paid vacation / PTO, FSA (flexible spending) and tuition reimbursement.

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