Production 1- Produce

Description

Organically Grown Company (OGC), the Northwest’s largest independent distributor of fresh, organic produce, is hiring Production I Positions in their Repack Department. OGC operates 24-7, and the Repack crew’s responsibility and energy is legendary.

Production plays an important behind-the-scenes role in the produce trade, getting fresh fruits and vegetables into the hands of grocers and restaurants. Here, you’ll work closely with a great Warehouse crew to ensure our customers have fresh, quality produce daily. We want to meet you if you have experience assessing produce and operating equipment ranging from pallet jacks to forklifts!

Why work for OGC?

OGC Production I’s are recognized and appreciated by our drivers, customers, coworkers, and community for their role in the organic food supply chain. Here, you will find stability with consistent work that will help you grow your career in the manufacturing industry and keep you active.

Join our team to earn:

• Consistent 5x8 shift schedule(s).
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits for you and your family after 30 days of employment.
• Competitive Wellness Program.
• Annual profit share - 20% of profits distributed back to employees.
• Generous Paid Time Off program.
• 401(k) retirement program with up to 5% company match (capped at $3500 annually).
• $200 annual fitness reimbursement.
• Free and discounted organic produce.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Assist in maintaining supplies (e.g., stickers, labels, etc.) for production.
• Completes work orders to meet customer quality, labeling, and packaging requirements.
• Maintains clean and sanitary workstations in accordance with standard operating procedures and chemical safety guidelines.
• Ensures finished product is properly palletized for safe storage and/or shipping.
• Maintain GMP and GFSI (food safety) standards.
• Participates in Continuous Improvement (CI) processes as requested to resolve problems and improve product and service quality.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of and compliance with OGC workplace safety rules and policies. This includes proper reporting of all accidents and safe operation of warehouse equipment.
• Spend a lot of time on your feet in a refrigerated setting.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Requirements

Qualified candidates will have:

• Regular and consistent attendance.
• Minimum of 1 year of related work experience; preferred experience in a warehouse or logistics environment.
• Ability to safely lift 30-50 pounds in a refrigerated environment.
• High attention to detail and ability to focus for extended periods of time.
• Knowledge of produce handling and food safety requirements, including GFSI & GMP.
• Ability to work on a team and foster a culture of belonging.
• Basic math skills.

It’s helpful if you bring:

• The Ability to safely drive warehouse equipment, such as forklifts, rider jacks, etc., or learn safe equipment operating skills.
• Knowledge of Enterprise Management Systems, i.e., Produce Pro preferred.
• Love or knowledge about organic produce.

OGC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Organically Grown Company (OGC), we are not only proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity --- but we also celebrate and thrive on the benefit our diverse workforce brings to our employees, customers, and community. OGC encourages individual differences and makes all employment decisions based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion or belief, color, national origin, gender identity, LGBT/ sexual orientation, veteran’s status, physical, mental or sensory disability, age, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status or any other applicable characteristics that makes you, YOU! OGC will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

OGC also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.