Rich's, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4billion, Rich's is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich's-Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

Purpose Statement

Accomplish the preparation of frozen food products made on assigned production lines at the Brunswick facility by performing certain tasks involved in operating all equipment in waste room to meet quality specifications and production needs. Contributes to the profitability of the Company by performing tasks in a safe, efficient, quality-conscious, and cost-conscious manner and by working in a cooperative manner with his/her Team Leader and co-workers.

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

Building on the knowledge of processing learned in a previous position, learns how to operate food waste system, trash compactor and how to set up and run the cardboard baler to run product that meets quality specifications and production needs. Performs specific tasks associated with this process that must be done for all machines to which he/she is assigned. This includes, but is not limited to:
setting up all equipment so that it will run properly. This requires knowledge of a wide variety of parts, their function and application
place food waste carts into food waste system and operate food waste system to dispose of food waste
assist operators in dumping trash containers into trash compactor
place cardboard in cardboard baler and operate
remove cardboard bales and place on recycle trailer as needed
cleaning and sanitizing work area with chemicals
assisting maintenance mechanics with preventive maintenance of machinery during non-production periods and by reporting any problems with operation or suspected maintenance needs; assists with greasing bearings and performing other maintenance as mechanic requests
Following all safety protocols such as LOTO, not putting hands in running equipment
sweeping food debris on the floor into small piles, picking it up with a dustpan, and placing it in the proper waste container
disposing of paper, plastic or other packaging material into the proper trash container
pushing trash carts or carrying tubs of waste materials to proper disposal area
using a low-pressure water hose to wash down the last traces of food debris down the drain, consistent with plant wastewater and sanitation policies
using a rubber squeegee to push water off the floor toward and down floor drains
preparing all paperwork required for quality and production records
assisting in the set-up and operation of other processing equipment as requested by the Team Leader or Group Leader or as production needs dictate

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

High school diploma or GED required.
1 to 2 Years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to follow directions
Punctual and reliable in their work attendance
Adhere to all safety and quality policies and practices
Ability to work as a team player
Ability to perform basic math functions
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Bilingual a plus

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging, to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich's. Please contact Rich's Associate Experience Network at hrhelp@rich.comif you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.