Tofu II- 1st Shift

At Amy’s Kitchen, we're more than just a food company- we're a family-owned, proudly independent organic, and vegetarian food company on a mission. As a Certified B Corporation®, our purpose is clear: to make it simple and enjoyable for everyone to eat well. We're committed to crafting authentic, mouthwatering dishes using only the finest organic ingredients sourced with care. From farm to table, we ensure top-notch quality in every bite, making healthy eating accessible and convenient for all. At Amy’s, we're not just serving meals; we're serving up a taste of goodness, one delicious dish at a time. Shift: 1st Pay: $18.50 Location: White City A fun and safe atmosphere where teamwork is encouraged Weeks of on-the-job training for your new role Discount on Amy’s products Opportunities to grow and advance your career Competitive compensation and benefits package Affordable Amy’s meals on-site for lunch and dinner Bonus incentives based on attendance and safety Safety Shoe Program, covered by Amy’s 401k program (up to 4% contribution matching after 1 year) Parental Leave Program Paid Time Off (PTO) and Unpaid Time Off options ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Follow instructions from Tofu Room Lead, Shift Lead, Kitchen Supervisor or Kitchen Manager. Understand and follow all SOP’s for Tofu Room equipment. Understand and follow all standard batching procedures and techniques. This includes correct weighing and measuring procedures. Ensure correct tag labeling and storage procedures are being followed. All food or ingredient containers (baskets, buckets, plastic totes, transfer carts, steel totes, gondolas, etc.) must have a label which includes the description of contents and dare material goes in to production, weight of bucket. All food safety practices must be followed at all times. Must have a clear understanding of basic Math and Reading. Understand the quality attributes (smell, taste, texture, color, particulate size, etc.) of the tofu being made. Check for quality of components handled and report possible problems immediately to the Tofu Team Lead, or Shift Lead. Duties include but are not limited to: pressing tofu, cutting tofu, cooling tofu, freezing tofu and helping the Kitchen Prep work centers if not tofu production scheduled. Able to check brix of the soy milk, temperatures and understand the different requirements to make different types of tofu (fresh, short press and super soft). Responsible for making sure temperatures from tofu meet HACCP expectations. Comply with the rules and regulations set forth in Amy's Kitchen Inc. employee handbook, safety manual and GMP booklet. This position is responsible to ensure compliance with Critical Control Points and Preventive Controls in their process, which may include one or more of the following: Cook Time and Temperatures, Metal Detection, Canning Process Letter, Cooling Time and Temperatures, Bar Code Reader, Line Clearance, Pre-Operational Cleaning and Sanitation, and Material Usage. Provision for coverage of these responsibilities during an absence includes substitution by another person in the same position or by a trained lead or supervisor. Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment. Report all mechanical problems to the Tofu Lead, Supervisor, or Kitchen Manager or Maintenance Department immediately. Perform other duties as assigned by the Tofu Lead or Supervisor or dictated by the production schedule. During peak season or base on company needs overtime is required. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Less than high school education; or up to one month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. SKILLS Must pass math and Literacy test successfully LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read a limited number of two and three syllable words and recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. Ability to print and speak simple sentences. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance. REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand most of the time; walk, use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally push, pull, lift and/or move 50 - 65 pounds and team lift over 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and distance vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee are exposed to wet, humid and hot conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually high. Ear protection is required. The position requires constant movement, reaching stretching, lifting, pulling, pushing, rapid movements under wet and hot condition (non weather) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ultipro