About this role
Pay starts at 01 - $21.00. Pay is based on experience.
Premiums: Night Shift Premium $1.00 per hour Weekend Shift Premium $+2.00 per hour
Supports food production by safely opening, handling, and staging raw materials and ingredients for daily use. Ensures timely, accurate access to prepped ingredients and supplies; maintains inventory and storage areas to sanitation and regulatory guidelines.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Receive, open, and verify ingredients and materials from storeroom for production.
· Weigh, measure, and stage ingredients per batch specifications and daily prep lists.
· Deliver ingredients and packaging materials to appropriate lines or workstations.
· Properly label, date, and store opened ingredients to maintain traceability and freshness.
· Follow allergen separation protocols and food safety procedures during ingredient handling.
· Clean and sanitize containers, utensils, and work surfaces before and after use.
· Monitor inventory levels and communicate restocking needs to Supervisors.
· Assist in inventory control with accurate recordkeeping, labeling, and cycle counts.
· Maintain cleanliness and organization in decant rooms, prep areas, and storage zones.
· Operate carts, pallet jacks, or other basic equipment to transport materials safely.
· Adhere to PPE, GMP, HACCP, and sanitation standards at all times.
· Report any food safety, quality, or GMP concerns to Supervisors or FSQA immediately.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
· High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
· Experience in food manufacturing, storeroom, or ingredient handling is a plus.
· Basic math skills; ability to read weights, batch sheets, and labels.
· Understanding of safe lifting, food handling, and allergen awareness procedures.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
· Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions precisely.
· Effective communication and teamwork across production, sanitation, and warehouse.
· Time management and prioritization in a fast-paced environment.
· Dependable attendance and a positive, safety-minded attitude.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
EQUIPMENT USED
· Ingredient scales and measuring tools
· Totes, bins, and ingredient containers
· Hand tools for opening materials
· Pallet jacks and carts
· Cleaning and sanitation supplies
· Labeling and inventory tracking systems
· PPE Use (Gloves, Smock, Goggles, etc…)
Our Company does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, affection or sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, liability for military service, status as a veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Should your hours and availability better fit the needs of another store or desired shift, we may consider your application for another location or shift.
Other facts
About Northeast Grocery
The heart of any community is its people. For more than 85 years, our commitment to our customers and the communities we serve has remained steadfast, going far beyond offering great food, selection and low prices. We’re also proud to lend our support to many charitable organizations and events that make a real difference in the community, and it’s why we say, “We’re not just in your neighborhood, we’re your neighbor.”
We donate funds, in-kind and promotional support to national, regional, and grassroots causes, from Feeding America and Disabled American Veterans to local fairs and festivals, collegiate and youth sports teams, and free ticket printing and free cups and napkins for fundraisers.
We see strength in diversity, and we celebrate the multiformity that makes our community stronger. We lend our support to cultural happenings, urban community programs, and events that promote the exchange of cultures that brings us closer together.
The Golub Family, Price Chopper/Market 32 and Price Chopper’s Golub Foundation have all been recognized for their service to the community, including national, regional and local awards for fundraising, philanthropy and excellence in giving.
What you'll do
- The role involves safely opening, handling, and staging raw materials and ingredients for food production. It also includes maintaining inventory and storage areas according to sanitation and regulatory guidelines.
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