Food Processing Packaging Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description CP Fresh is a Charlie’s Produce Company - Who We Are Charlie's Produce is the largest privately owned produce wholesaler on the West Coast, and we are growing. The secret to our success in this industry is PEOPLE! We strive to hire the best and we reward them with a working environment that fosters loyalty, stability, innovation, and growth. Charlie’s was founded in quality, and we are proud that it is still our focus. CP Fresh brings the same quality to processed foods that Charlie's brings to produce! Our state of the art processing plant provides fresh-cut fruits and vegetables, an expanded salad line, and a USDA-certified hot kitchen. We partner with local vendors to offer our customers fresh, high- quality, made-to-order products. With a team of dedicated people who are passionate about food, supply chain, and their community- we are looking for like minded individuals to help further our goal to enhance our communities through quality produce and prepared foods. What we offer: An amazing company culture Medical/Dental/Vision on the first of the month following hire ESOP (Profit Sharing) and 401(k) Paid vacations, paid holidays Pre-tax commuter benefits, and onsite parking Coverage under State Sick Leave 100% Prepaid College Tuition for employees and their dependents Employee assistance program (EAP) Additional Compensation Details: $22-24 an hour Potential 90-day performance-based raise Yearly review with possibility of increase based on performance and tenure Job Description

The Food Processor in the Cook Chill Department is an on-site position and requires regular attendance at the facility. And plays a key role in preparing high-quality food products for Charlie’s Produce customers. This role focuses on safe, efficient handling of ingredients; operation of cook chill equipment; and maintaining strict food safety and sanitation standards. The position supports daily production goals while ensuring consistency, accuracy, and compliance with company and regulatory requirements. Chill Department plays a key role in preparing high-quality, food products for Charlie’s Produce customers. This role focuses on safe, efficient handling of ingredients; operation of cook chill equipment; and maintaining strict food safety and sanitation standards. The position supports daily Schedule

: 4:00am-12:30pm weekend availability is required. Duties Include but are not limited to: Measure, wash, trim, and prepare raw ingredients according to batch recipes Operate cook chill kettles, mixers, blenders, and portioning equipment chill kettles, mixers, blenders, and portioning equipment. Monitor chiller and cooling cycles to ensure product safety and quality Follow standardized recipes and production sheets with high accuracy Package finished products using vacuum seal or portion control systems seal or portion control systems. Monitors product quality, consistency, and adherence to recipes and specifications Conduct and document required temperature checks Qualifications Previous experience in food production, commercial kitchens, or manufacturing preferred Knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP, GMP) is a plus safety standards (HACCP, GMP) is a plus. Ability to read and follow recipes, batch sheets, and safety instructions Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality Reliable attendance and ability to work in a fast paced environment paced environment

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This is a safety-sensitive position. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. We do not provide H1-B sponsorships at this time. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state

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