Compounder - Day Shift

ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the food service industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success. Compounder Day Shift - 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM Description ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the food service industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success. Compounder Day Shift - 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM Position Summary The Compounder plays a key role in producing safe, high-quality products by accurately batching ingredients, following detailed formulas and specifications, and maintaining a clean, efficient work area. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, takes pride in precision, and is committed to safety, quality, and operational excellence. Essential Functions Safely prepare batches by following formulas, batch cards, and product specifications. Verify ingredients, record required information, and complete paperwork accurately to support quality and traceability. Work closely with Quality and follow food safety, allergen, and sanitation procedures to ensure products meet standards. Operate processing equipment and flow systems correctly, including basic troubleshooting and routine setup for production runs. Clean, sanitize, and reassemble equipment using established cleaning procedures to keep the area production-ready. Maintain a safe work environment by following training, PPE, lockout/tagout, and other plant safety requirements. Physical And Visual Activities Kneel or squat to retrieve ingredients. Reach and twist/turn to measure and add ingredients. Grip/grasp to open and carry boxes and bags. Safely hose down machines. Climb stairs involving 12-16 steps. Ability to wear a full-face respirator. Ability to visually differentiate items of color, up close and in the distance. Physical Requirements Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safety guidelines while working. Stand and walk for most of the shift, with regular reaching, bending, twisting, gripping, and hand-eye coordination. Lift and move tools, ingredients, and materials throughout the shift, including items weighing up to 100 lbs. Perform physical tasks such as kneeling, squatting, crawling, climbing stairs, and pushing or pulling equipment when needed. Use hands for equipment adjustments, hoses, tools, and occasional fine motor tasks. Have the visual ability to work safely and accurately, including close, distance, and color vision. Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions Constantly work in damp, wet, humid and slippery environments. Constantly work in high places near moving equipment with fumes or airborne debris. Constantly work in extreme heat/cold. Constantly work in high noise levels requiring hearing protection. Occasionally work with toxic or caustic chemicals. Occasionally work with hand tools causing segmental vibration. MACHINES/TOOLS/EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE Bump cap, hair net, safety glasses, hearing protection, and uniform or smock. Full-face respirator. Cut resistant gloves. Nitrile gloves, plastic apron, plastic sleeves. Food safety knife, shears, measuring cups, scoops and small hand tools. Electric and manual pallet jacks. Lockout locks and tags. Required Education/Experience High school diploma or GED. One to three months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Basic Skills Read and follow simple instructions, notes, and production paperwork. Write or complete basic information clearly and accurately. Communicate effectively with team members and others in the work area. Use basic problem-solving skills and simple math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Work with measurements such as weight, volume, and distance as part of daily tasks. Pay & Benefits Pay Range (Base Pay): $22.90 - $26.43 Other Compensation: May include shift differentials, overtime pay, bonuses, or other incentive pay as applicable to the position and location. Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts (FSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Voluntary Insurance (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, Life, and AD&D); Pet Insurance Retirement Benefits: 401(k) Paid Time Off (PTO): Includes vacation, sick leave, and paid company holidays provided in accordance with company policy and applicable state and local laws. WHY JOIN US Golden State Foods (GSF) is one of the largest diversified suppliers in the food industry, manufacturing a range of products including sauces, dressings, condiments, syrups, and toppings for leading restaurant and retail brands. People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured. Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work. People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow. Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe. Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs. Equal Opportunity Employer We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our company values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive. #J-18808-Ljbffr Golden State Foods