Ingredient Preparation and Materials Handler FT - Commissary

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…)