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Production Expediter job at Whole Foods Market. Upper Marlboro, MD.

Job Description

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means improving how people eat, funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food to people living within food deserts, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and so much more. Working with us means you are making a difference within your community and beyond. We aren't just a grocery store: we're world-changers. And with your help, we will continue to set the standards of excellence and revolutionize the grocery industry.

The Production Expediter is responsible for coordinating the movement of materials, parts, and finished products within the metro food production facility to ensure timely completion of production orders

Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily operations of the production team by expediting materials efficiently throughout the facility and working with Machine Operators, Production Cooks, and Assemblers to ensure all production targets are met and safety protocols are followed.
• Assist production leadership in ensuring that a US Department of Agriculture (USDA) manufacturing facility production team operates safely and in compliance with regulatory and corporate safety and environmental program standards and goals.
• Assist in the preparation and distribution of production schedules and work orders.
• Monitor production schedules and communicate with production leads and supervisors to address and resolve any delays or issues.
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to ensure all products meet the required quality standards.
• Oversee ingredient preparation for hot and cold production according to production schedules, recipes, and build guides and ensure precise execution according to specifications.
• Monitor food quality, batch sizes, ingredient specifications, and presentation standards to maintain quality and consistency.
• Follow and comply with established prepping and cooking protocols and procedures, including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices.
• Enforce hygiene and sanitation standards to comply with food safety regulations.
• Complete all required daily documentation for the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), metal detection, X-ray, and all other logs as required for the facility.
• Maintain accurate labeling of products and ensure correct batch and pack dates are applied.
• Open and close kitchen facility according to established procedures and safety protocols.
• Assist in the training of new Team Members, utilizing learning checklists and training materials.
• Train and mentor Team Members on proper food handling, safety procedures, and equipment usage.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of, and ensure compliance with, relevant regulatory rules and standards, including OSHA, USDA, State Department of Agriculture, HACCP, FSMA, ADA, Department of Labor, Health and Sanitation regulations, FDA, and Weights and Measures.
• Foster a positive work environment of outstanding teamwork and mutual respect.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a food manufacturing facility environment.
• Strong knowledge of production processes, inventory management, and quality control.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to simultaneously manage competing priorities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing operations, supply chain management, environmental health and safety, and OSHA.
• Basic computer skills; proficiency in select Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); and ability to learn custom applications.
• Basic understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) processes within a food manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to work well with others, self-motivated, and capable of working independently with little supervision.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of the facility, including nights, weekends and holidays as required.
• Ability to build strong partnerships with key stakeholders, including Team Members, customers, suppliers, and regulators.
• A genuine passion for food and a deep commitment to our purpose to nourish people and the planet.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must adhere to company dress code and standards of production kitchen dress and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation.
• Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling.
• Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching.
• Exposure to FDA-approved cleaning chemicals.
• Exposure to temperatures: <32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), >90 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Ability to work in wet and dry conditions.
• May require the use of ladders.

EEO Statement: Whole Foods Market provides a fair and equal employment opportunity for all Team Members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.

Wage range: $24.50-$41.00 per hour, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market offers Whole Benefits, which may include health insurance, retirement plan benefits, eligibility for a store discount, paid time off and access to other benefit programs. Eligibility for Whole Benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Benefits plan at a person's date of hire. For additional information, visit our Careers site. Please apply via our site.

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