This role follows 2nd shift schedule, working from 4:00 PM to 12:30 PM, with designated days off on Tuesday and Wednesday 

Reach Truck Operators are primarily responsible for the movement of all received pallets through the facility, owning correct FEFO/FIFO as they manage organization of storage and proper rotation. They handle the loading of finished goods, transfers, and donations pallets on outbound trailers; keeping meticulous load diagrams. The operators perform all tasks and duties  in a safe, timely, and organized manner in accordance with SOPs and Home Chef's commitment to safety first, quality always.

Detailed Responsibilities

Receiving

• Ensure inbound trailers have been safely secured per safety guidelines prior to unloading.
• Unload pallets and stage in designated areas on dock for receiving and QA inspection.
• Palletize all mixed products onto separate pallets to assist with accuracy of inspection and receipt.
• Upon completion of receipt, scan pallets and ensure they have both QA sticker and Receiving License Plate and that the License Plate is fully completed.  Haul those tagged pallets to the correct storage location. 
• If there are older pallets of like product in elevated storage locations, the operator must rotate that down into the selection position and place the newly received pallet in an elevated storage location as close to the selection bin as possible.  This helps with inventory counting and item rotation for future shifts.
• Keep the dock clear of debris by cleaning up while working.  This precludes safety risks and food safety concerns.
• Keep pallets and receiving tools organized on the dock.

Production Support

• Verify all products being issued to production teams against drop list, production sheet, or boxing call out to preclude introducing the wrong product into assembly or portioning.
• Keep production drop zones stocked per guidelines communicated by lead/supervisor.
• Keep drop zones clean, organized, and free of debris or broken pallets.
• Ensure all pallets being returned to locations are not mixed and all boxes are taped and labeled per our food safety requirements. 

Shipping

• Ensure outbound trailer has been safely secured per safety guidelines and inspecting for debris, holes, pests, or temperature deviations prior to loading.
• Identify pallets to be loaded from the applicable staging area.
• Load pallets and complete load diagrams accurately.
• Seal truck and turn load diagram in to lead/supervisor for driver pick up.
• Remove the safety device once paperwork is turned in so the driver can hook up to the designated trailer upon arrival.
•  Keep the dock clear of debris by cleaning up while working.  This precludes safety risks and food safety concerns.
• Keep pallets and shipping tools organized on the dock.

Organize Warehouse

• Keep the warehouse organized by ensuring all products go back to the proper location after use.
• Keep items grouped together for easier location of product.  No mixed pallets in storage or pick bays.   
• Uses the reach truck to pull down existing pallets in higher elevations to put the newest product in those double or drive in locations PRIOR to placing newly received product in those storage locations. 
• Proactively ensures that older products are rotated down to floor selection/pick positions for quick retrieval by warehouse associates or inventory to supply production in an expedient manner. 
• Proactively keeps the selection/pick positions replenished to minimize downtime for warehouse associates to fulfill production requests.
• Remove broken pallets or empty pallets from selection bins as applicable.  
• Sort broken pallets from usable ones.  Stacking all usable pallets in quantities of 10-15 and wrapping in designated color.  All bad pallets are wrapped in red or designated color  and placed on a pallet trailer or designated area until removed from the facility.  All good stacks of pallets will be placed in the racks together for ease of counting.
• Assist with preparing all products on pallets for hold, donations, resale, or returning to the vendor.  This includes stacking, wrapping, tagging, and hauling to designated areas for disposition.

Support other Warehouse functions

• We are one team. Team members are expected to assist with completing any function needed for our company to deliver finished goods to the customer. This includes using all other equipment certified on, performing all warehouse tasks, or assisting other departments to get the job done for the day.

General Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures throughout execution of all tasks.  This includes, but is not limited to, performing pre-shift equipment checks for all equipment used and wearing required PPE. Safety first!
• Follow the facility GMPs and help enforce them throughout the facility.
• Sign for all equipment needed to perform your duties.  Ensure these are signed back in upon completion of shift. 
• Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs. Quality always!  Forklift/Reach truck operators own the proper organization of all goods in the warehouse.  They are expected to be versed on all warehouse SOPS regarding this.
• Be respectful of others.  Team members are expected to carry themselves in a professional manner in all situations and at all times.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience using standup counterbalance forklift / reach truck preferred.
• General high school degree, or equivalent, (e.g. GED).
  

More About Us

This role follows a 2nd shift schedule, working from 4 PM to 12:30 AM, with designated days off on Tuesday and Wednesday.

A Production Associate is responsible for labeling, portioning, meal bagging/kitting, and shipping while adhering to all floor safety and food safety standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Detailed Responsibilities

Labeling, Portioning, & Meal Bagging

• Must be able to receive direction from Supervisor or Production Lead to fulfill production requirements
• Must label packaging at the standard average rate 
• Must know how to use proper measuring utensils to portion ingredients
• Must have strong attention to detail while picking ingredients in the meal bagging/kitting process
• Must be able to visually inspect produce
• Ability to transition between tasks when needed

Shipping

• Must work at a fast pace with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work as a team to reach shipping goals

General Responsibilities

• Required to follow all GMPs while onsite at the facilities
• Must keep work area clean at all times and assist in EOD clean ups
• Adheres to all safety guidelines (i.e. proper lifting techniques)
• Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs

This position requires 0% travel. 

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or other characteristics needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

• HS Diploma preferred but not required
• 6+ months of production/warehouse environment preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and with others as a team

This role follows a X shift schedule, working from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with designated days off on Tuesday and Wednesday 

Reach Truck Operators are primarily responsible for the movement of all received pallets through the facility, owning correct FEFO/FIFO as they manage organization of storage and proper rotation. They handle the loading of finished goods, transfers, and donations pallets on outbound trailers; keeping meticulous load diagrams. The operators perform all tasks and duties  in a safe, timely, and organized manner in accordance with SOPs and Home Chef's commitment to safety first, quality always.

Detailed Responsibilities

Receiving

• Ensure inbound trailers have been safely secured per safety guidelines prior to unloading.
• Unload pallets and stage in designated areas on dock for receiving and QA inspection.
• Palletize all mixed products onto separate pallets to assist with accuracy of inspection and receipt.
• Upon completion of receipt, scan pallets and ensure they have both QA sticker and Receiving License Plate and that the License Plate is fully completed.  Haul those tagged pallets to the correct storage location. 
• If there are older pallets of like product in elevated storage locations, the operator must rotate that down into the selection position and place the newly received pallet in an elevated storage location as close to the selection bin as possible.  This helps with inventory counting and item rotation for future shifts.
• Keep the dock clear of debris by cleaning up while working.  This precludes safety risks and food safety concerns.
• Keep pallets and receiving tools organized on the dock.

Production Support

• Verify all products being issued to production teams against drop list, production sheet, or boxing call out to preclude introducing the wrong product into assembly or portioning.
• Keep production drop zones stocked per guidelines communicated by lead/supervisor.
• Keep drop zones clean, organized, and free of debris or broken pallets.
• Ensure all pallets being returned to locations are not mixed and all boxes are taped and labeled per our food safety requirements. 

Shipping

• Ensure outbound trailer has been safely secured per safety guidelines and inspecting for debris, holes, pests, or temperature deviations prior to loading.
• Identify pallets to be loaded from the applicable staging area.
• Load pallets and complete load diagrams accurately.
• Seal truck and turn load diagram in to lead/supervisor for driver pick up.
• Remove the safety device once paperwork is turned in so the driver can hook up to the designated trailer upon arrival.
•  Keep the dock clear of debris by cleaning up while working.  This precludes safety risks and food safety concerns.
• Keep pallets and shipping tools organized on the dock.

Organize Warehouse

• Keep the warehouse organized by ensuring all products go back to the proper location after use.
• Keep items grouped together for easier location of product.  No mixed pallets in storage or pick bays.   
• Uses the reach truck to pull down existing pallets in higher elevations to put the newest product in those double or drive in locations PRIOR to placing newly received product in those storage locations. 
• Proactively ensures that older products are rotated down to floor selection/pick positions for quick retrieval by warehouse associates or inventory to supply production in an expedient manner. 
• Proactively keeps the selection/pick positions replenished to minimize downtime for warehouse associates to fulfill production requests.
• Remove broken pallets or empty pallets from selection bins as applicable.  
• Sort broken pallets from usable ones.  Stacking all usable pallets in quantities of 10-15 and wrapping in designated color.  All bad pallets are wrapped in red or designated color  and placed on a pallet trailer or designated area until removed from the facility.  All good stacks of pallets will be placed in the racks together for ease of counting.
• Assist with preparing all products on pallets for hold, donations, resale, or returning to the vendor.  This includes stacking, wrapping, tagging, and hauling to designated areas for disposition.

Support other Warehouse functions

• We are one team. Team members are expected to assist with completing any function needed for our company to deliver finished goods to the customer. This includes using all other equipment certified on, performing all warehouse tasks, or assisting other departments to get the job done for the day.

General Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures throughout execution of all tasks.  This includes, but is not limited to, performing pre-shift equipment checks for all equipment used and wearing required PPE. Safety first!
• Follow the facility GMPs and help enforce them throughout the facility.
• Sign for all equipment needed to perform your duties.  Ensure these are signed back in upon completion of shift. 
• Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs. Quality always!  Forklift/Reach truck operators own the proper organization of all goods in the warehouse.  They are expected to be versed on all warehouse SOPS regarding this.
• Be respectful of others.  Team members are expected to carry themselves in a professional manner in all situations and at all times.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience using standup counterbalance forklift / reach truck preferred.
• General high school degree, or equivalent, (e.g. GED).
  

More About Us

This role follows a Day Shift Schedule, working from 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM, with designated days off on Tuesday & Wednesday

The Shift Manager is responsible for setting shift level production plans and partnering across shifts and departments to complete daily plans while holding Supervisors accountable for production output, efficiency, safety, and food safety standards. In addition, the Shift Manager is responsible for making production, safety, and food safety decisions in lieu of a department head being present and escalating relevant high impact events accordingly. 

Detailed Responsibilities

Shift Management & Production Planning

• Takes the weekly production plan and targets provided by the production planner and creates an  effective shift level production plan for the incoming shift, including any activities that their shift did not complete based on attendance, quality, or shorts. The Shift Manager and incoming Shift Manager should have a daily hand off to discuss the plan to avoid production gaps or miscommunications.
• Effectively communicates their shift’s production plan and sets clear goals for the supervisors
• Adjusts their shift’s production plan, as needed, in response to product quality issues, shorts, or staffing levels
• Minimizes downtime by maintaining full view of production activities in progress, proactively spotting issues, and problem solving in advance of production shutdowns. Holds supervisors accountable to documenting any downtime and reviews actions taken
• Tracks progress against production plan during shift and works with supervisors to ensure production targets are met
• Assigns tasks to Gatekeepers to drive data accuracy for production, inventory counts, and to keep coolers and freezers organized 
• Attends cross department huddles daily to relay goals and/or significant messages to the team
• Proactively shares production plan with managers and supervisors from FSQA and Warehouse to enable them to effectively support production activities
• Works with FSQA and/or Warehouse to problem solve any cross-functional issues as they arise, following standard processes associated with shorts callouts, shorts investigations, and rejections 
• Owns safety,  on time in full shipments and meals/ hour

Performance Management and Leadership Development for Supervisors 

• Ensures performance reviews and their teams performance reviews are completed on-time and documentation/ verbiage is appropriate 
• Holds team members to the same high level of expectations. Has the right people in the right roles and partners with HR to work out under performers in a timely manner 
• Proactively solicits feedback from other leaders at the site for team performance  
• Conducts performance reviews for production supervisors on a quarterly basis at minimum and provides prompt feedback
• Models strong people leadership skills to ensure the positivity and strength of our culture and actively works to develop effective people leadership skills in the supervisors 
• Recognizes the team for strong performance and good behaviors through NTF submissions, vocal affirmations, and stand up recognition. 
• Ensures team structure is maintained and supervisors are having routine check-ins with their team. Holds supervisors accountable to holding team huddles and steps in when a supervisor is absent
• Helps to create a coaching culture by providing both positive and developmental feedback to supervisors and working through supervisors to provide appropriate feedback to leads and associates
• Partners with HR and/or temp agency representatives to manage staffing for the shift and daily time and attendance issues
• Manages time off requests for supervisors and acts as an escalation point for associate and lead time off requests 
• Works with supervisors and HR to provide disciplinary actions as needed for hourly employees
• Communicates performance issues with temps to temp agency representatives and Home Chef HR

Accountable for Upholding Team Performance Against Targets, Employee and Food Safety Standards, and Established Best Practices

• Makes shift decisions for all functions based on department SOPs and department management guidance, such as responding to an adverse event, warehouse roadblocks, material shorts, etc. 
• Ensures all Home Chef GMP’s and operational guidelines are being followed and enforced
• Owns ensuring the plant is clean/ free of known safety issues (blocked egress doors, trays stacked too high, slip/trip/fall risks)
• Owns coaching supervisors on conducting thorough safety investigations and escalating plant structural issues. Holds supervisors accountable to completing incident reports on time and properly
• Supports the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs
• Knows, understands, and supports Home Chef’s Cardinal Rules of Safety and Food Safety
• Keeps safety in forefront of all business decisions made and holds all direct reports accountable for ensuring safe execution of daily activities. Leads safety meetings for the entire shift 
• Holds self and supervisors accountable to completing Behavioral Safety Observations, Near Misses, and Food Safety Call It Outs
• Actively participates in Incident Review Board meetings and follows up on corrective actions to ensure completion on their shift.  Assists with reports on root cause analysis as needed 
• Supports Home Chef’s Safety Goals and is directly accountable for injury rates on their shift
• Completes all required training on time and enforces on time completion of all compliance and leadership training with the team. 
• Supports and participates in all emergency activities mandated by the Company
• Maintains a strong Safety Record, Error Rate, and OTFR for the shift. Effectively cascades metrics down to the broader team.
• Partners with Continuous Improvement team to identify non-value add work and implements process changes to improve efficiency

SOPs & Audits

• Has deep knowledge of all Standard Operating Procedures for production as well as all standard procedures related to cross-department coordination at the shift level
• Sets expectations for strict adherence to all SOPs for all production processes for all supervisors and leads
• Creates culture of SOP feedback amongst team and works with Continuous Improvement team to revise and improve SOPs 
• Serves as the primary driver of process change on the floor during the roll out of modifications to SOPs
• Actively participates in SOPs audit program as defined and conducted by the Continuous Improvement Team

This position requires 0% travel

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or other characteristics needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

• Completion of a four-year degree program in a related field such as Business Administration OR equivalent level of experience in operations
• Minimum of 3 years of successful managerial leadership experience in a fast paced environment 
• Cross-functional experience in 2 more departments (warehouse, production, quality, procurement etc.) preferred.  
• Track record of driving KPIs and meeting or exceeding goal a must
• Experience in developing team members through both leading and managing
• Strong track record of people leadership experience and positive culture management/improvement
• Proficient with Excel, ERP systems, and mobile technology (tablets, cell phone, etc.)
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must have floor presence and be able to stand/walk for up to 12 hours in a cold environment up to 40 degrees F.
• Must be available to respond to work related inquiries during off hours (including nights and weekends)
• Flexibility to change processes quickly and adhere to day end goal
• Communicates and leads safety above all else and create culture around it
• Full knowledge of SQF, HACCP and GMP programs

As the FSQA Manager, you are the strategic guardian of food safety and quality at our production facility. You will lead a high-performing team to ensure the integrity of two distinct, fast-growing business lines: our signature Meal Kit and our Ready-to-Heat (Tempo) products. This is not just a compliance role; it is a leadership position requiring a strategic mindset to drive continuous improvement, manage complex Tempo risk profiles, bridge the gap between corporate standards and site execution, and serve as a vital member of the Site Management Team.

Detailed Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Talent Development

• Coach, train, and develop a multi-shift FSQA team to ensure they possess in-depth knowledge of both raw meal kit and RTH safety principles.
• Partner with Production, Warehouse, and Continuous Improvement to integrate food safety into the facility's daily operational DNA.
• Strategically build a talent pipeline at the site level to support business growth and technical complexity

Multi-Platform Governance & Project Management

• Lead the implementation of Home Chef and SQF standards for both business platforms, ensuring consistent compliance with FDA and USDA requirements
• Act as the site SME for FSQA programs, overseeing program pilots, validations, and readiness assessments.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all regulatory and third-party inspections, managing CAPA activities and systemic root cause investigations.

Strategic Improvement & Risk Assessment

• Utilize internal and customer-reported data to identify trends and execute strategic initiatives that reduce errors and enhance the customer experience.
• Lead site-level FSQA risk assessments for new product launches and process changes, ensuring food safety is integrated from concept to consumer.
• Deliver against key site metrics that reflect broader company business objectives.
• Drive the Root Cause Analysis (RCA) process for any incidents, ensuring permanent corrective and preventive actions are sustained.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, food technology, microbiology, or related field preferred (or 10+ years in FSQA food safety and quality assurance of equivalent high-level success)
• 7-10 years experience in quality assurance, food safety, food distribution, food manufacturing, supply chain or related field
• A proven track record in Ready-to-Eat (RTE) or Ready-to-Heat (RTH) operations is essential; you must understand the nuances of high-risk food environments.
• Minimum 5 years supervisory experience required with at least 3 years successfully managing multi- shift operations or departments
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• A strategic thinker who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments and can make high-stakes decisions with minimal supervision.
• Previous experience with GFSI, FDA, and USDA inspections, programs, and expectations
• Certifications:  SQF, PCQI, HACCP, and ServeSafe Manager at time of hire or within 6 months of position.

More About Us

Quality Control Tech shifts and hours are identified below. Days off and available shifts vary based on site needs at the time.

Ensures the accuracy and quality of all product labeled, portioned, meal bagged, and shipped from Home Chef by working alongside production to conduct on-the-line checks of product against recipe specifications and quality standards.

Detailed Responsibilities

Core QC Functions

A QC Tech demonstrates mastery of all core QC responsibilities, specifically:

Labeling

• Performs visual inspection during labeling process (including bottles, jars, bags) for proper placement of label, correct name of product and/or ingredient per Q.A. sheets 

Portioning

• Issues correct QC samples to production team leads/production associates prior to production, utilizing QA sheets to ensure correct portion amount for the specific ingredient being portioned
• Issues the proper measuring equipment (i.e. scales, measuring spoons, measuring cups, spatulas, pumps)
• Reinforces training for production team leads and associates on proper measurement using the equipment
• Confirms the portioned amount with production team leads for each portioned ingredient prior to starting production (based on QA sheets)
• Performs final verification of portioning and sign-off on portioning line prior to starting production
• Conducts hourly visual inspections of portioned ingredients for accuracy 

Meal Bagging

• Utilizes production sheets to verify proper meal bag line setup 
  • Verifies that all ingredients required for the meal are present and within shelf life
  • Confirms ingredient amounts with production team leads and associates (particularly for ingredients that require multiples)
  • Sign-offs on production sheets
• Conducts hourly visual or physical inspections to ensure meal bag accuracy  (by unpacking completed meal bag)
• Maintains continuous watch over meal bagging line and helps to close bags at the end of the line
• Performs random meal bag inspections to ensure produce quality and double check ingredient quantities on days when shipping lines are operational

Shipping Line

• All Lines
  • Verifies set up of line (meat, meal bags, recipe cards, box call outs) using boxing call out sheet prior to start of shipping
  • Communicates back to production team when errors are identified on the line
  • Visually inspects meat for quality (e.g. freezer burn, discoloration, broken seals) when serving in the role of protein QA 
  • Understands and can conduct sanitation process for proteins that have fallen on the floor or have been otherwise exposed to potential sources of cross-contamination 
• Similar Line:
  • Verifies the setup of the line prior to each run, ensuring correct product is present, and initials similar sign off sheet with start time 
  • Ensure correct pick quantity (e.g. 4 serving run) has been communicated to the production associates working on the line
• Unique & Hybrid Lines:
  • Confirms correct proteins, meal bags, box call outs, recipe cards, and ice quantity have been placed in each box utilizing the pick ticket 

Receiving/Outbound Transfers 

• Completes and properly documents QC inspections of all inbound/outbound ingredients
• Escalates issues to FSQA Supervisor/FSQA leadership of any issues regarding quality or food safety

Other Responsibilities

Final Box Verification

• Removes boxes systematically from each line and completes the final box verification form
• Documenting issues identified in the box as well which shipping line it was packed on 
• Provides feedback to production supervisor and or team lead running the shipping line when issues are identified 
• Corrects issues identified in boxes checked and ensures box is placed on pallet for shipping

Post-op Clean up

• Collects all utensils (scales, dishers, measuring cups, measuring spoons, etc.) from sanitation after they have been cleaned and sanitized and places them in designated spots within the QA lab for the next shift
• Places QA sheet / clipboard / tablet in designated storage area

Equipment Setup and Maintenance

• Sets up portion fillers with ingredients requested 
• Verifies Scales used in portioning 

Issue Escalation

• Promptly notifies FSQA Supervisor and/or FSQA Leadership  when quality issues arise such as produce quality, portioning quantity, or missing ingredients

General Responsibilities

• Follow the facility GMP’s and help enforce them throughout the facility
• Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs

Attitude and Attendance

• Arrives to work at scheduled time and follows time off request procedure
• Communicates with co-workers in a professional manner
• Treats co-workers with respect at all times
• Uses teamwork with working with production throughout the day

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous experience working in food quality is preferred

More About Us

This role follows a 2nd shift schedule with designated days off on Sunday and Monday. Shift hours are listed below.

Sunday: OFF

Monday: OFF

Tuesday: 3:30pm - 12:00am

Wednesday: 4:30pm - 1:00am

Thursday: 4:30pm - 1:00am

Friday: 4:30pm - 1:00am

Saturday:  4:30pm - 1:00am

The Sanitation Lead is responsible for providing oversight of the sanitation team for their specific shift for the cleaning and sanitizing of food assembly and storage areas and non-food handling areas (i.e. break rooms, locker rooms).

Detailed Responsibilities

Executes Sanitation Plan 

• Responsible for assigning tasks to Sanitation & Janitorial team to complete required tasks
• Verifies equipment and/or chemicals are being used appropriately 
• Observes for unsanitary practices and conditions to make necessary improvements
• Monitors sanitation team for usage of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

Supports Core Sanitation Activities 

• Demonstrates mastery of all core Sanitation & Janitorial Associate responsibilities 
• Responsible for accurately documenting master sanitation activity completion for their shift in the appropriate application

Training, Retraining, and Coaching Sanitation/Janitorial Associates

• Serves as point of contact for all Home Chef Sanitation Tools & Applications, trains Sanitation & Janitorial Associates on access and usage
• Delivers training, retraining and coaching in real time to Sanitation & Janitorial Associates to correctly perform their job as necessary, including safety policies 

Issue Escalation 

• Promptly notifies Sanitation Supervisor, Sanitation Superintendent and/or FSQA Leadership when sanitation issues arise
• Maintain working knowledge of chemical inventory levels, escalating to Sanitation Supervisor or Sanitation Superintendent when inventory levels are low 

General Responsibilities

• Follow the facility GMPs and help enforce them throughout the facility
• Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs
• Follow all company policies and procedures including but not limited to related to safe chemical handling and lock out, tag out (LOTO)

Attitude and Attendance

• Arrives to work at scheduled time and follows time off request procedure
• Communicates with co-workers in a professional manner
• Treats co-workers with respect at all times
• Escalates attitude issues among Sanitation & Janitorial Associates to Supervisor and/or Sanitation Superintendent

This position requires 0% travel

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

• General high school degree, or equivalent, (e.g. GED).
• Fluency (reading and writing) in English is required, fluent in Spanish is preferred
• 2+ years of experience working in the food, safety or sanitation industry
• Demonstrated informal leadership in previous positions
• Demonstrated ability to read a Safety Data Sheet (SDS), preferred
• Experience with sanitation of automated equipment, preferred
• Previous experience with GFSI, SQF, FDA, and USDA audits, preferred

More About Us

The Plant HR Leader will be responsible for the alignment of HR strategies with business goals and developing site specific projects with the goal of evolving the location to a high performing work team.  This leader must be a seasoned HR professional with demonstrated experience in developing and managing recommendations/projects that engage the workforce to achieve and possibly exceed growth expectations.  In addition, the Plant HR Leader will actively engage with the entire Plant operation including walking the production floor, providing coaching, facilitating people discussions, leading all human resources activities in the facility as well as actively participating with the Plant leadership team to meet production goals.  The successful candidate will also have prior experience managing a team as well as experience as a HR Business Partner.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Partner with HR Centers of Excellence to develop and implement HR programs that enhance the work experience for plant employees
• Contribute to the long-term strategic plan and direction of the plant, functioning as part of the site’s senior leadership team
• Establish an inclusive work environment, aligned with the Home Chef culture, that enhances employee experience and increases retention
• Provide coaching and feedback to employees, enabling and empowering them to reach their full potential
• Leverage HR reporting and metrics; analyze data, diagnose issues, and recommend solutions to address business challenges
• Ensure operational excellence to scale the team’s impact; continuously improving the way work is done to allow for greater focus on longer term strategies
• Display business maturity and strong emotional intelligence to coach, develop, influence and counsel mid-level managers and employees.
• Partner with leadership team to optimize organization design, succession planning, and talent retention and development
• Protects interest of employees and the company in accordance with company policies, governmental laws and regulations
• Manage and lead the Plant HR team

This position requires 10% travel.

Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or other characteristics needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing HR environment. Prior experience in a startup or high growth organization preferred. 
• 2+ years of experience managing and mentoring HR staff
• Completion of a four-year degree program in a related field: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or related degree
• Strong understanding of HR policies and procedures, common employment laws 
• Effective coaching, influencing, presentation and facilitation skills
• Ability to adapt to continually changing business and work environment and manage multiple priorities
• Strong leadership and change management or organizational development skills
• Excellent people management and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build rapport and trusting relationships with all levels of organization
• Excellent written and verbal communication and team management skills
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and/or Google Suite. 
• Enjoys working in an agile, fast-paced, team environment

More About Us

As a member of Home Chef’s People Team, the Human Resources Specialist will be responsible for providing life cycle HR support to associates. HR support includes but is not limited to: ensuring accurate attendance management, weekly submission of payroll files, leaves administration support, maintaining employee records, processing employee changes and answering associate questions on various HR topics. The HR Specialist will be a member of the local Plant People team and will help drive broader People initiatives that support employee engagement and Home Chef’s DE&I strategy. 

This role requires strong communication skills, a high level of confidentiality, and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Detailed Responsibilities

HR Lifecycle Support

• Provide life cycle HR specialist and admin support to an employee population of approximately 500 employees. This includes hourly timekeeping, badge and attendance management, onboarding, offboarding, and leaves of absence administration support. Specific tasks include:
  • Ensuring missed time clock punches are corrected and submitted before payroll submissions each week
  • Process time off requests such as jury duty, bereavement, vacation and sick time 
  • Assist employees with the Leave of Absence process, helping them understand the timing, responsibilities and initial steps to start a LOA claim 
  • Provide information and guidance to help Associates navigate the Worker’s Compensation process 
  • Respond to general policy questions 
  • Assist associates when they need assistance logging into the various systems (ex: ADP, Kronos), guiding account set-ups and password resets 
  • Attend new hire orientation and educate associates on the various actions they’ll need to take to successfully onboard 
  • Partner with safety and facilities to request badges for new associates 
  • Process terminations from the company, ensuring successfully offboarding process 
  • Answer general policy questions
  • Provide light employee relations support, conducting intake and initial triage for some employee relations matters

Other People Team Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted People team member, executing people initiatives that support the business objectives of the broader organization
• Establish and promote an inclusive work environment, aligned with the Home Chef culture, that enhances employee experience and increases retention
• Leverage HR reporting and metrics; analyze data, diagnose issues, and recommend solutions to address business challenges for the plant employee population
• Identify and drive continuous improvement within HR programs and processes that allow the People team to scale and evolve with a high growth organization
• Display business maturity and strong emotional intelligence.
• Protect interest of employees and the company in accordance with company policies, governmental laws and regulations

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or other characteristics needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

• Completion of a two-year program such as an Associate degree
• 5 years experience in the Human Resources field, with at least 3 years as a HR Associate or HR Specialist 
• Ability to speak effectively to groups of employees
• Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Strong work ethic and initiative  
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, strong problem-solving skills, good judgment
• Demonstrate success in designing, leading, and achieving projects and workgroup initiatives 
• Good computer skills (MS Office, Google Workspace, ATS, HRIS, etc)

More About Us

Sanitation Associate shifts and hours are identified below. Days off and available shifts vary based on site needs at the time.

The Sanitation Associate is responsible for all activities involved in maintaining the cleanliness and food safe environment in the food processing facility. The Sanitation Associate is expected to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment at all times, maintain janitorial equipment in a clean, organized and safe manner at all times, and follow all health and safety regulations.

Detailed Responsibilities

General Cleaning

• Empty all trash cans and replace liners, clean, and sanitize receptacles on a daily basis 
• Clean floors by sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing them with floor scrubber 
• Clean and wipe down racks
• Clean metal tables and sanitize on a daily basis
• Re-stock vinyl gloves in all sizes in designated areas
• Check for leaks, drips, and condensation

Equipment Cleaning

• Clean all food manufacturing machinery according to SSOPs
• Clean and sanitize hand wash sinks and three department sinks
• Wash dishes and utensils as necessary 
• Use proper PPE while performing cleaning task
• Follow Lock Out Tag Out procedures according to policy when applicable 

General Responsibilities 

• Follow the facility GMPs and help enforce them throughout the facility
• Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs

This position requires 0% travel.

Attitude and Attendance

• Arrives to work at scheduled time and follows time off request procedure
• Communicates with co-workers in a professional manner
• Treats co-workers with respect at all times
• Escalates attitude issues among janitors to FSQA Manager
• Uses teamwork with working with production throughout the day

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

• Fluency in Spanish and English is preferred
• 2+ years of experience working in the food industry
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must have floor presence and be able to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours
• General high school degree, or equivalent, (e.g. GED)

More About Us

This role follows a 1st shift schedule, working from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with designated days off on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

A Production Associate is responsible for labeling, portioning, meal bagging/kitting, and shipping while adhering to all floor safety and food safety standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Detailed Responsibilities

Labeling, Portioning, & Meal Bagging

• Must be able to receive direction from Supervisor or Production Lead to fulfill production requirements
• Must label packaging at the standard average rate 
• Must know how to use proper measuring utensils to portion ingredients
• Must have strong attention to detail while picking ingredients in the meal bagging/kitting process
• Must be able to visually inspect produce
• Ability to transition between tasks when needed

Shipping

• Must work at a fast pace with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work as a team to reach shipping goals

General Responsibilities

• Required to follow all GMPs while onsite at the facilities
• Must keep work area clean at all times and assist in EOD clean ups
• Adheres to all safety guidelines (i.e. proper lifting techniques)
• Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs

This position requires 0% travel. 

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or other characteristics needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

• HS Diploma preferred but not required
• 6+ months of production/warehouse environment preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and with others as a team

The Process Engineer is responsible for identifying and implementing process improvements across the Bedford Park location, with primary focus on centralized portioning operations, including automated liquid filling and vibratory filling processes.  This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to improve process efficiency, equipment reliability and adherence to standard work processes.

Process Ownership & Standard Work

• Own centralized portioning processes by developing, and maintaining standard work, operating parameters, and process documentation for portioning systems
• Develop, track and analyze key process performance indicators (KPIs) for centralized portioning operations, using data and on-floor observations to identify variability, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities impacting safety, quality, throughput and yield.
• Lead scoping & implementation of process improvements and updates to standard work, ensuring changes are practical, sustainable, and aligned with day-to-day operational activities. 

On the Floor Support & Training 

• Maintain regular on-floor presence to observe process execution and assist with real-time troubleshooting of portioning operations.   
• Coach machine operators, leads, and supervisors on proper process execution and equipment operation, reinforcing adherence to standard work and expected performance standards.  
• Develop, update, and deliver training materials tied to standard work to build operator capability and support sustained process improvements.  

Cross Functional Integration  

• Serve as a key liaison between plant operations and cross-functional partners, including maintenance, engineering, and corporate CI teams to communicate process needs, issues, and improvement opportunities.  .
• Support process trials, new product trials, and process or equipment changes.

Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

• Experience in food manufacturing is preferred; strong candidates may have experience in supply chain, plant operations, or operational excellence roles.
• Experience supporting and improving automated machinery, with a working understanding of mechanical systems, controls interactions, and equipment operating parameters.
  Exceptional communication skills with a demonstrated ability to drive results, manage conflict, build alignment, and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams and with external partners.
  Strong project management skills, with experience prioritizing multiple workstreams and facilitating structured problem-solving among diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills, including experience using Excel to analyze data, build models, and clearly communicate insights to partners.
• Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and a can-do mindset, focused on finding solutions and enabling progress rather than identifying obstacles. Demonstrated willingness to take initiative, adapt to changing priorities, and take on work of varying size and complexity.
  High energy, strong interpersonal skills, and a proven ability to influence without authority while maintaining flexibility and accountability.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to see the big picture while also diving into the details required to execute and sustain improvements.
• Completion of a four-year degree program in a related field: STEM degree such as Chemical or Mechanical Engineering and 1-2 years of experience in operations strongly preferred

More About Us