Fresh Cuts (Production) Associate - Day Shift

## Fresh Cuts (Production) Associate - Day ShiftApply: Freshpoint Pittsburgh - Warrendale: Full time: Posted Today: R264880**Company:**US1592 Paragon Wholesale Foods Corp**Sales Territory:**None**Zip Code:**15086**Travel Percentage:**0**COMPENSATION** **INFORMATION:**$18.00The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors# $18.00 per hour# Mon-Fri 8:00am - finish (usually 8 hours, up to 12 hours)**JOB SUMMARY**The Production Associate is responsible for aiding the line leader with daily transactions and maintaining a safe, organized, clean and efficient operation on their production line. They must be able to proactively identify and analyze problems and recommend appropriate action to improve performance to the line Leader. They ensure that produce of the highest quality is made ready and available for the day’s runs at an acceptable productivity level. **RESPONSIBILITIES*** Performs to standard rate for assigned production line and communicates to leadership when company standard is not met.* Be aware of production performance KPIs.* Maintains a safe and clean workspace. Ensures work area is washdown ready for sanitation to finish including the floor, tables, cutting boards, and equipment.* Maintains quality specifications of unfinished products.* Prepares, cuts, and repacks product per customers’ specifications.* Operates machinery such as potato peelers, bag sealers, and others.* Responsible for the cleaning and sanitation of the work area.* While adhering to sanitation and safety procedures for handling and production to SQF (safe quality food) standards.* Colleagues must follow GMPs.**QUALIFICATIONS** **Education**Prefer High School or GED but not required.**Experience*** Related industry experience preferred.* General understanding of processing procedures preferred.* Experience working in a high-volume warehouse/production facility preferred.* Knowledge of GMP policy preferred.* Ability to use and handle sharp knife, peelers, and hand machines. **Skills:*** Ability to communicate effectively.* Bi-lingual preferred* Limited computer skills* Willingness to learn lean Manufacturing processes.**Physical Demands*** Able to lift and or move 25 lb. to 50 lb.* Must be able to stand for long periods of time.* Must be able to stoop and bend frequently.**BENEFITS INFORMATION:**For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.**AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:**Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates. #J-18808-Ljbffr