Role overview

About Us:

Meaty Meats is a specialty retailer focusing on fresh organic meats and charcuterie. We operate two locations in the GTA, focusing on quality goods, curated product selection, and customer experiences.

The Production Associate forms an integral part of the Meaty Meats manufacturing process. The successful candidate will be guided by a structured set of work instructions when performing all required tasks within the production facility. All staff adhere to and comply with HACCP, CFIA requirements, and company policies and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for performing tasks at various positions on all lines of production
Pick, sort, and pack products onto trays
Read, follow, and perform tasks as directed in work instructions
Perform tasks assigned by the supervisor or the manufacturing manager
Adhere to machine/equipment safety procedures
Removal of waste materials
Demonstrate use of the 5S approach at all times
Adhere to and comply with the standards and expectations of all food safety programs
Report any health and safety incidents or issues to the Supervisor

Working Conditions:

Food manufacturing environment - wet and/or damp floor, noise level below 85 decibels, smell of raw meats, sights of blood from the meats
Temperature ranges from 4 degrees Celsius
Regular work week: Monday - Friday, 7:40 am - 4:30 pm
Occasional requirement to perform duties and responsibilities after office hours.

Education:

High school or equivalent
Food safety handling certification will be an asset

Requirements:

1 year of experience in a food processing facility, preferably in the meat processing industry
Able to stand for long hours
Ability to perform repetitive tasks
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Attention to detail
Familiar with workplace health and safety, lockout/tagout, machine hazards, 5S, Kaizen, HACCP, and CFIA
Exhibit ability to work in a team, accommodate differences, and be willing to make adjustments to meet the overall goals.