Production Associate

The Production Associate is an entry level position responsible for operating and monitoring the mushroom processing equipment per M2 Ingredients policies, procedures, and applicable laws. This position processes raw materials into a finished product. Primary job responsibilities are to operate production equipment, clean appropriate equipment, and pack off finished products. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for reporting on food safety and/or quality problems to personnel with the authority to initiate corrective actions. 
• Operate and monitor mushroom processing equipment per internal specifications. 
• Accurately document activities through HACCP forms, sanitation checklists, and daily production reports. 
• Fill out production paperwork accurately and legibly. 
• Understand and follow the Company's HACCP and GMP guidelines for processing and production. 
• Operate all equipment and machinery per company SOP guidelines. 
• Report any machinery issues to management. 
• Break-down, clean and set up machinery and equipment after production. 
• Participate in product and equipment change overs. 
• Perform pre and pos operation sanitation process and inspections of equipment to ensure product safety. 
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures. 
• Observe all safety guidelines and report safety concerns to management. 
• Maintain a clean and safe work area. 
• Ensure that production requirements and standards are met consistently. 
• Make every effort to increase productivity and efficiency without compromising quality. 
• Relay information to co-workers on shift as well as other departments. 
• Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude. 
• Able to work overtime as required, including weekends. 

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Previous GMP training desired but not required. 
• Experience in dietary supplement or Food industry (21 CFR 111) preferred.