End Of Line Operator - 1st shift

RESPONSIBILITES:

• Set up and start packaging machine, labelers, and scales and observe operation to detect anything faulty to prevent jams. Will key in pricing and dates into equipment.
• Visually inspect products for any non-conforming areas, and set aside any non-conforming products.
• Will pack products as specified in procedures and pack into master cartons.
• Check lot numbers and code Dates inspect First and last Piece of product prior to pack any product into master carton.
• Responsible for minimizing changeover times and maximizing productivity.
• Other duties may be assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions in English
• Have basic mathematical skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work on production floor; a wet, cold, and loud environment
• Ability to frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds
• 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:

• Healthcare Insurance, and Dental (pre-tax and effective first day of employment)
• Vision (pre-tax and effective the 1st day of the month after start of employment)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan (Health Care Reimbursement and Dependent Care (effective 1st day of employment)
  Reimbursement)
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (effective 1st day of employment and no cost to employee)
• Safe Harbor 401(K) Retirement Plan (with employer matching contributions of up to 3% plus 50% of your contributions up to 5%)
• Vacation Pay, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• Education Reimbursement (eligible after 6 months of continuous employment and up to $3,000 for career development)
• Opt-Out Medical Rebate, Doctor on Demand, and Wellness Initiatives for those who are eligible!

(Please NO staffing agencies or external recruiter calls)