X-Ray & Metal Detector Technician - 1St Shift

Home Market Foods (HMF) is a growing, successful, category leading producer of protein-based meal solutions that is as committed to treating our colleagues and customers as family as we are to delighting consumers with award winning products. Our innovative products are sold at the top retailers and food service customers in North America, and it is our commitment to empower our people and treat them with respect and kindness that defines who we are.

You may recognize our brand names or products: Cooked Perfect brand meatballs are found in the frozen section of almost all grocery stores in the US; RollerBites are on the grill of every 7-11 and many convenience stores nationwide; Eisenberg hotdogs and Bahama Mama sausages, both of which are sold at many sporting venues, movie theaters, schools and other large venues. Our success is supported by our collaborative culture, decentralized decision-making, and commitment to compassionate leadership.

We have grown substantially over the last few years, propelled by our investments in innovation and operations and led by a team of world-class leaders. We are poised for continued success and offer amazing opportunities for our customers and our employees.

With corporate headquarters in Needham, MA a manufacturing facility in Norwood, MA, and a distribution facility in Norton, MA, we are comfortably located within the Boston metropolitan area.

Due to our rapid growth, our success is directly dependent on attracting and retaining the best possible talent across our teams. To this end, we are posting for a strong X-Ray Metal Detector Technician. This role will be based in our Norwood, MA manufacturing facility.

OVERVIEW OF ROLE:

The X-Ray Metal Detector Technician will be responsible improving the food safety and quality goals by learning and monitoring new x-ray and metal detector equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor the functionality of X-ray, Metal detector and checkweigher at assigned intervals, document the findings, and addresses any rejected products.
• Monitor modified atmosphere packages as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Monitor Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) among employees.
• Perform calibration tests and set up for x-ray, metal detectors and checkweigher.
• In the absence of an X-ray & Metal Detector Technician a trained designate on the shift will perform their duties.
• Possess good communication skills with the ability to read and write in English.
• Notify QA Technologist or QA Supervisor if equipment malfunction is identified.
• Participate in pre-operational inspections.
• Monitor HACCP for food safety as assigned.
• Perform sensory evaluation of products (taste, smell, texture, and visual evaluation).

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Possess good communication skills with the ability to read and write in English.
• A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The below physical demands are representative of those that must be met by the team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to withstand working in a cold environment and stand for extended periods of time required
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time; must have good vision.
• Must be comfortable walking for extended periods of time and climbing stairs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Able to work extended hours/ days if needed
• May be required to work a different shift or weekend day
• Company provided Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) must be worn while on the production floor
• Weekends and off-hours to support the department may be required.

Home Market Foods provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.