RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reading customers order to determine items quantity and code date to select
• Selecting required product from the designated slot and making notation on pick ticket as to quantity selected and code date
• Building pallets to maximize pallet space and stability
• Stretch wrapping pallets to ensure security and quality during transportation
• The use of computer to check inventory status and availability
• Abide by all safety requirements
• Keep work environment clean at all times
• Perform other tasks as requested
• Work safely at all times
• Check other picked orders
• Help fellow employees as needed

REQUIREMENTS:

• Have experience or working knowledge of processing equipment operation, processing specifications, and labeling requirements
• Must also have basic knowledge of mathematics and calculations relating to the production
• Bilingual and be able to complete required paperwork (productivity reports and other miscellaneous paperwork)
• 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
• Must be Pallet Jack certified (or able to become certified within one week)

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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