Packaging Machine Operator

This position is based at our Hampton Farms location in Portales, NM.

Purpose:

The Packaging Machine Operator of Hampton Farms is involved in the manufacture of food products intended for the consumer. The Packaging Machine Operator provides a critical position in Hampton farms food quality and safety for producing our peanut product. Being a producer of peanuts and peanut products, the Packaging Machine Operator is aware of risks involved with regards to maintaining Hampton Farms quality standards, proper packaging, proper labeling, and all documentation is correct and accurate. The Packaging Machine Operator is trained in various areas pertaining to the job required. The Packaging Machine Operator must maintain a clean and sanitary environment and must be familiar with the activity on the production floor to react if a crisis arises.

Pay Rate: $16.00 – $18.00 per hour

Essential Duties and Description: include the following though other duties may be assigned:

  • Work in conjunction with all Hampton Farms team members supporting all areas of the facility.
  • Partnering with other Hampton Farms team members in being committed to delivering the best possible experience to our customers and employees in support of our mission, vision and values.
  • Small Pack lines (Hayssen 1, Hayssen 2, Viking and Hayssen Raw); verify the correct product being packaged; correct film being used, labeled with best by date and Julian Lot# and sealed properly. Make sure the correct boxes and tape color are being used. Each box has the proper label on it. Each pallet produced is labeled correctly, pallet tags.
  • Bulk line; verify the correct product being packaged; correct boxes and tape color are being used. Monitor box printer to ensure correct dates/Julian Lot #’s are being put on the boxes. Ensure each pallet produced is labeled correctly, pallet tags.
  • Transferring peanuts into packaging tanks, ensure the correct product (salted, roasted, flavored or raw) is going into that tank.
  • Communication with Production Manager if a problem arises.
  • Make sure all machines are properly started and stopped to minimize maintenance and down time.
  • Record daily production on Production Report.
  • Work in conjunction with Quality Department to assure that bags are being sealed correctly, code dates and weights are correct.
  • Knowledge of packaging weights and how to obtain using tabletop scale.
  • Knowledge of setting up bag printer and box printer, verify information is correct.
  • When using labels on boxes, ensure labels are correct before applying them to the box.
  • Knowledge of former sizes, what former goes with what machine/film. When work is completed, return former to correct location.
  • Knowledge of film and sizes, what film goes with what product. When work is completed, return film rolls to proper location in warehouse.
  • Make sure all trash is removed daily and at the end of the shift.
  • Clean peanut spills immediately when occurs.
  • Verify with Production Schedule with pack size, product and amount that will be in each box. Ensure that the amount of bags are correct going into each box.
  • Position requires standing for up to twelve hours or more and lifting and stacking of boxes that weigh up to 30 pounds. Bulk Line will require employee who could lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Be able to work in extreme environmental changes such as weather.
  • Knowledge of sanitation procedures including Raw Clean-up and Flavor Clean-up.
  • Forklift experience on an as needed basis. If forklift certified, will operate, and maintain preventively production vehicles and equipment, including daily forklift checklist. Will be Hampton Farms licensed forklift operator if applicable.
  • License Forklift Operators will obtain corrugated materials, and pallets from warehouse location.
  • Motivate staff to make an effective and efficient team.

Skills and Competencies:

  • Based on job performance, has required skills and knowledge to complete the responsibilities of his/her role.
  • Demonstrates a good understanding of workplace policies and rules, customer’s requests and production/business needs.
  • Understands the origin and purpose behind company policies, procedures, and practices.
  • Acts in accordance with the company’s mission, vision, and values.
  • Must possess good communication skills, written and oral.
  • Participates in GMP Training, annual or as assigned.
  • Understands HACCP Standards and SQF requirements.

Measures for Success:

  • 100 % correct orders, orders fulfilled accurately and timely.
  • Maintaining quality service by following organization standards.
  • Weekly poundage goals achieved based on customer orders.
  • Daily production goals achieved based on customer specs and orders.
  • Work with team members maintaining daily sanitation by cleaning work area at end of shift.

General Expected Behaviors

Problem Solving:

  • Solution Oriented, working until a problem is solved or outcome achieved.
  • Reacts to challenges by locating or providing solutions.
  • Responsible for identifying all requirements of a tasks, evaluates opportunities or strengths than takes the appropriate action as required.
  • Makes timely, well-considered decisions based on current data available and is flexible with scheduled work hours/shifts.

Safety:

  • Actively follows all company policies and procedures.
  • Engages other employees in setting high safety awareness standards.
  • Include safety emphasis in all employee meetings.
  • Wears proper PPE at all times.
  • ANYONE who is aware of a food safety/quality issue is to stop production immediately and inform Quality Assurance and their Manager or Supervisor of the food safety/quality issue(s) to determine whether or not product/materials should be placed on hold.

Work Ethic:

  • Dependable and punctual to ensure company and workplace goals.
  • Treats everyone with respect and dignity.
  • Responds to challenges with a sense of urgency, informing other team members as required and acting accordingly.
  • Actively assesses information and identifies underlying issues as required to ensure a friendly workplace.
  • Plans and aligns appropriate resource to accomplish company goals.

Communication:

  • Good written and verbal skills and able to communicate in a clear and understanding manner.
  • Identifies barriers to communication and strategies to eliminate barriers.
  • Applies good questioning and listening skills to ensure their understanding of information being shared.
  • May coach and lead production employees in questioning, listening, and identifying barriers to communication.

Additional Sanitation Responsibilities:

  • Knowledge of Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Ensure all chemical containers are labeled and used in the correct way.
  • Ensure overall compliance and adherence to sanitation schedule and/or requirements.
  • Ensure that the monthly pre-op inspection/cleaning is completed properly, and equipment passes.

** If the Packaging Machine Operator is out, a trained responsible person shall be designated to run the Packaging Machines. Back-up operator will be designee, there are 3 employees per packaging line that are cross trained. **

Education and Experience:

Required:

  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be willing to work overtime and weekends.
  • Ability to clearly present recommendations/ideas and to summarize issues.
  • Ability to appropriately handle and maintain confidential material.

Desired:

  • Experience in production operations in food manufacturing.
  • Must be able to work well both independently and collaboratively.

Skills/Competencies:

  • Second language (Spanish), a strong plus

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None Required. Forklift certifications, helpful or as needed.

Job Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are required and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Degree of Physical Demands (Strength) usually associated with the essential functions of this job classification are as follows: Medium Work involves exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently or an amount greater than negligible and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of these for Light Duty. Continuous standing in one location for long periods (2-3 hours before break).

Other demand levels for this job may include the following, infrequently:

Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. Described in terms of height, steepness, duration, and type of structure climbed.

Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching or erratically moving surfaces; or maintaining body equilibrium when performing mobile dexterity duties. Described in terms of type or condition of surface and activities during which balance must be maintained. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles. Described in terms of duration. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending legs and spine. Described in terms of duration. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands. Fingers are involved only to the extent that they are an extension of the hand, such as to turn a switch or shift. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds by ear. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Color Vision: Ability to identify and distinguish colors. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Work Environment

  • Combination of manufacturing environment along with duties that will require employee to work in a production/plant environment where physical hazards such as industrial equipment and forklifts may be present.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401K Matching
  • Paid Vacation and Personal Days
  • Paid Holidays
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Military Leave
  • Jury Duty Leave

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

For Additional Information Visit: www.hamptonfarms.com

Quality Assurance Technician

This position is based at our Hampton Farms location in Portales, NM.

Purpose:

The Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician of Hampton Farms is involved in the manufacture of food products intended for the consumer. The Quality Assurance Lab Technician provides a critical position in Hampton Farms food quality and safety for producing our peanut product. Being a producer of peanuts and peanut products, the Quality Assurance Lab Technician is aware of risks involved with regards to maintaining Hampton Farms quality standards, proper packaging, proper labeling, all receiving, and shipments are properly inspected, and all documentation is correct and accurate. The Quality Assurance Lab Technician is trained in various areas pertaining to the job required. The Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician must maintain a clean and sanitary work environment and must be familiar with the activity on the production floor to react if a crisis arises.

Pay Rate: $15.00 – $17.00 per hour

Essential Duties and Description: include the following though other duties may be assigned:

  • Work in conjunction with all Hampton Farms team members supporting all areas of the facility.
  • Partnering with other Hampton Farms team members in being committed to delivering the best possible experience to our customers and employees in support of our mission, vision, and values.
  • Monitor what products are running during each shift. Hourly checks on products exiting Roaster(s), packaging machines and/or Dryer.
  • Knowledge of Quality Assurance Tests to be completed: Cracked and Broken, Color Test (shell and kernel), Moisture Analyzer, LSK’s.
  • Knowledge of HACCP and CCP’s at plant location. Ensure that roasters are meeting all requirements per Roaster Validation, log 5 Kill Step requirements.
  • Required to taste test and visually inspect product coming off roaster(s) and packaging lines. This is completely throughout the day, as product is being produced.
  • Complete work required paperwork, for example: QA documents, metal detector sheets, roasting peanuts report, and weight check sheets. Lab Tech initials on most paperwork.
  • Collect samples for 3rd party laboratory for micro samples and be able to document.
  • Send out samples for testing with proper paperwork.
  • Be able to determine if a product needs to be put on hold and document when product goes on hold or if product is reworked.
  • Assist Environmental Program
  • Data entry skills to produce reports, build files, and label printing.
  • Assist with incoming products, insure they are being inspected.
  • Monitor QA equipment and calibration schedules.
  • Responsible for Metal Detector and magnet verification on a daily basis. Report findings to QA Manager.
  • Monitor Raw Line Micro testing, Sanitation and ATP Swabbing.
  • Assist with new employee orientation if needed.
  • Knowledge of sanitation standard operating procedures, ensure all chemical bottles are labeled and used in the correct way. Refill chemicals as needed for production employees.
  • Assist with sample requests from customers, communicate with warehouse regarding product to be used.
  • Assist with UPS shipments, ensure boxes/shipments to be mailed out is located at UPS Pick-up location.
  • Motivate staff to make an effective and efficient team.Skills and Competencies:
  • Based on job performance, has required skills and knowledge to complete the responsibilities of his/her role.
  • Demonstrates a good understanding of workplace policies and rules, customer’s requests and production/business needs.
  • Understands the origin and purpose behind company policies, procedures and practices.
  • Acts in accordance with the company’s mission, vision and values.
  • Must possess good communication skills, written and oral.
  • Participates in GMP Training, annual or as assigned.
  • Understands HACCP Standards and SQF requirements.

Measures for Success:

  • 100 % correct product, packaging, and orders fulfilled accurately and timely.
  • Maintaining quality service by following organization standards.
  • Work with team members maintaining daily sanitation by cleaning work area at end of shift.

Quality Assurance:

  • Knows and adheres to GMP Policy and all Quality policies and procedures.
  • Assists in identifying and/or reporting non-conforming product to aid in eliminating waste.
  • ANYONE who is aware of a food safety/quality issue is to stop production immediately and inform Quality Assurance and their Manager or Supervisor of the food safety/quality issue(s) to determine whether or not product/materials should be placed on hold.
  • Communicates daily with Quality Assurance Manager to ensure customer specifications are met.

General Expected Behaviors

Problem Solving:

  • Solution Oriented, working until a problem is solved or outcome achieved; finds alternative ways to complete a task.
  • Reacts to challenges by locating or providing solutions.
  • Takes responsibility to define all requirements of a task, evaluated opportunities or strengths then takes the appropriate action as required.
  • Makes timely, well-considered decisions based on current data available and is flexible with scheduled work hours/shifts.

Safety:

  • Actively follows all company policies and procedures, encouraging team members to do the same.
  • Engages other employees in setting high safety awareness standards.
  • As required, acts to improve conditions quickly.
  • Include safety emphasis in all employee meetings.
  • Wears proper PPE at all times.

Work Ethic:

  • Dependable and punctual to ensure company and workplace goals.
  • Treats everyone with respect and dignity.
  • Responds to challenges with a sense of urgency, informing other team members as required and acting accordingly.
  • Actively assesses information and identifies underlying issues as required to ensure a friendly workplace.
  • Plans and aligns appropriate resource to accomplish company goals.

Communication:

  • Good written and verbal skills and able to communicate in a clear and understanding manner.
  • Identifies barriers to communication and strategies to eliminate them.
  • Applies good questioning and listening skills to ensure their understanding of information being shared.
  • May coach and lead production employees in questioning, listening and identifying barriers to communication.

Additional Sanitation Responsibilities:

  • Knowledge of Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Ensure all chemical containers are labeled and used in the correct way.
  • Ensure overall compliance and adherence to sanitation schedule and/or requirements.

** If Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician is out, a trained responsible person shall be designated to run the Quality Assurance Department. Back-up will be another QA Lab Technician. **

Education and Experience:

Required:

  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be willing to work overtime and weekends.
  • Ability to clearly present recommendations/ideas and to summarize issues.
  • Ability to appropriately handle and maintain confidential material.

Desired:

  • Experience in quality operations.
  • Must be able to work well both independently and collaboratively.

Skills/Competencies:

  • Second language (Spanish), a strong plus.
  • Proficient in standard Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Work).

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None Required.

Job Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are required and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Degree of Physical Demands (Strength) usually associated with the essential functions of this job classification are as follows: Medium Work involves exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently or an amount greater than negligible and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of these for Light Duty. Continuous standing or sitting in one location for long periods (2-3 hours before break).

Other demand levels for this job may include the following, infrequently:

Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. Described in terms of height, steepness, duration, and type of structure climbed.

Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching or erratically moving surfaces; or maintaining body equilibrium when performing mobile dexterity duties. Described in terms of type or condition of surface and activities during which balance must be maintained. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles. Described in terms of duration. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending legs and spine. Described in terms of duration. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands. Fingers are involved only to the extent that they are an extension of the hand, such as to turn a switch or shift. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds by ear. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Color Vision: Ability to identify and distinguish colors. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Work Environment

  • Combination of manufacturing environment along with duties that will require employee to work in a production/plant environment where physical hazards such as industrial equipment and forklifts may be present.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401K Matching
  • Paid Vacation and Personal Days
  • Paid Holidays
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Military Leave
  • Jury Duty Leave

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

For Additional Information Visit: www.hamptonfarms.com

Maintenance Technician

This position is based at our Hampton Farms location in Portales, NM.

Purpose:

Working in conjunction with the Maintenance Manager, effectively manage all maintenance functions and personnel related to the operation of the Hampton Farms production facility. The Maintenance Technician of Hampton Farms is involved in the manufacture of food products intended for the consumer. The Maintenance Technician provides a critical position in Hampton Farms food quality and safety for producing our peanut products. Being a producer of peanuts and peanut products, the Maintenance Technician is aware of risks involved with regards to maintaining Hampton Farms quality standards, proper packaging, proper labeling, all receiving, and shipments are properly inspected and all documentation is correct and accurate. Primary responsibilities include the repair and maintenance of equipment and the facility along with minimizing downtime and preventing down time through Hampton Farm’s Preventative Maintenance program. The Maintenance Technician is trained in various areas pertaining to the job required. The Maintenance Technician must maintain a clean and sanitary environment and must be familiar with the activity on the production floor to react if a crisis arises.

Pay Rate: $16.00 – $24.00 per hour

Essential Duties and Description: include the following though other duties may be assigned:

  • Job functions and job duties will be primarily driven by work order requests. Responsibilities will include communicating problems; providing maintenance and repair services as directed; providing day and night time coverage for emergency duties; and accurately recording and submitting time-keeping and work order related paperwork.
  • Partnering with other Hampton Farms team members in being committed to delivering the best possible experience to our customers and employees in support of our mission, vision, and values.
  • Assist Plant Manager in scheduling work and determining needs for equipment and supplies.
  • Perform various refrigeration, plumbing and heating-related duties; cut, thread, assemble and lay pipe; assist in the purchase, installation, repair and maintenance of various plumbing, heating, and air conditioning fixtures, perform welding and metal fabrication; diagnose and repair electrical systems for roasting, packaging, and all other equipment associated with the process.
  • Assist in the purchase, installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical wiring throughout the facility; perform troubleshooting to repair or replace dryer/roaster fans and motors.
  • Estimate cost of labor and materials for work orders; obtain competitive prices for equipment and supplies needed by the facility.
  • Assure compliance with appropriate safety practices and procedures and with applicable federal, state, and local codes, regulations, and requirements.
  • Operate a variety of equipment and machines including saws, drill presses and various hand and power tools to perform repair and maintenance work; maintain tools and equipment safe, clean, and proper working condition per operating manual.
  • Perform a variety of skilled building maintenance including repairs to doors, windows, roofs, and other building parts.
  • Perform skilled maintenance and repair on mechanical and electrical equipment; test and replace circuits; coordinate emergency repairs and large complex projects; troubleshot and correct defective systems; welding; perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance.
  • Maintain various records related to labor, materials, and work orders.
  • Purchases approved tools, equipment, and materials through Purchase Orders. Knowledge and understanding of the Net Suite program.
  • Operate forklifts to pick up and deliver equipment and supplies.
  • If forklift certified, will operate, and maintain preventively production vehicles and equipment, including daily forklift checklist. Will be Hampton Farms licensed forklift operator if applicable.
  • Monitor/Maintain all equipment within the facility (inside and outside)
  • Ensure all machines are up to date on preventative maintenance programs per operating manual
  • Enter work into Maintenance Connect (Maintenance Program)
  • Daily checks of equipment, if needed.
  • Engage in measure of improvement and development of a workable preventative maintenance program.
  • Communication to Maintenance Manager if a problem arises
  • Make sure all machines are properly started and stopped to minimize maintenance and down time.
  • Make sure all trash is removed daily and at the end of the shift.
  • Position requires standing for up to eight hours or more and lifting weights up to 50 pounds at times.
  • Be able to work in extreme environmental changes such as weather.
  • Motivate staff to make an effective and efficient team.
  • Monitor and enforce all company policies giving direction to employees.
  • Operate lift trucks and boom lifts.
  • Be on call according to schedule.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Attend and actively participate in weekly management meetings.

Skills and Competencies:

  • Based on job performance, has required skills and knowledge to complete the responsibilities of his/her role.
  • Demonstrates a good understanding of work place policies and rules, customer’s requests and production/business needs.
  • Understands the origin and purpose behind company policies, procedures, and practices.
  • Acts in accordance with the company’s mission, vision, and values.
  • Must possess good communication skills, written and oral.
  • Participates in GMP Training, annual or as assigned.
  • Understands HACCP Standards and SQF requirements

Measures for Success:

  • 100 % maintenance program fulfilled accurately and timely.
  • Maintaining quality service by following organization standards.
  • Work with team members to maintain the Preventative Maintenance program and minimizing downtime.
  • Scheduling, laying out and assigning work.
  • Appropriate health and safety precautions and procedures.
  • Technical aspects of field of specialty.
  • Proper methods of storing equipment, materials, and supplies.
  • Basic record-keeping techniques.

Quality Assurance:

  • Knows and adheres to GMP Policy and all Quality policies and procedures
  • Assists in identifying and/or reporting non-conforming product to aid in eliminating waste.
  • ANYONE who is aware of a food safety/quality issue is to stop production immediately and inform Quality Assurance and their Manager or Supervisor of the food safety/quality issue(s) to determine whether or not product/material should be placed on hold.
  • Communicates daily with Quality Assurance Manager to ensure customer specifications are met.

General Expected Behaviors

Problem Solving

Safety

Work Ethic

Communication

Additional Sanitation Responsibilities:

  • Knowledge of Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Ensure all chemical containers are labeled and used in the correct way.
  • Ensure overall compliance and adherence to sanitation schedule and/or requirements.

** If the Maintenance Technician(s) is out, a trained responsible person shall be designated to run the Maintenance department. Another maintenance Technician will be the designee, there are 2 total Technicians. **

Education and Experience:

Required:

  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be willing to work overtime and weekends.
  • Ability to clearly present recommendations/ideas and to summarize issues.
  • Ability to appropriately handle and maintain confidential material.

Desired:

  • 1-3 years’ experience in production operations in food manufacturing.
  • 1-3 years’ experience with maintenance in food manufacturing.
  • Must be able to work well both independently and collaboratively.

Skills/Competencies:

  • Second language (Spanish), a strong plus
  • Proficient in standard Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word).

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None Required. Forklift certifications, helpful or as needed.

Job Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are required and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Degree of Physical Demands (Strength) usually associated with the essential functions of this job classification are as follows: Medium Work involves exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently or an amount greater than negligible and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of these for Light Duty. Continuous standing or sitting in one location for long periods (2-3 hours before break).

Other demand levels for this job may include the following, infrequently:

Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. Described in terms of height, steepness, duration, and type of structure climbed.

Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching or erratically moving surfaces; or maintaining body equilibrium when performing mobile dexterity duties. Described in terms of type or condition of surface and activities during which balance must be maintained. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles. Described in terms of duration. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending legs and spine. Described in terms of duration. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands. Fingers are involved only to the extent that they are an extension of the hand, such as to turn a switch or shift. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds by ear. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Color Vision: Ability to identify and distinguish colors. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Work Environment

  • Combination of manufacturing environment along with duties that will require employee to work in a production/plant environment where physical hazards such as industrial equipment and forklifts may be present.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401K Matching
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Paid Vacation and Personal Days
  • Paid Holidays
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Military Leave
  • Jury Duty Leave

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

For Additional Information Visit: www.hamptonfarms.com OR www.meherrinag.com

Picking Table

This position is based at our Hampton Farms location in Portales, NM.

Purpose:

Picking Table employee of Hampton Farms is involved in the manufacture of food products intended for the consumer. The Picking Table employee provides a critical position in Hampton Farms food quality and safety for producing our peanut product. Being a producer of peanuts and peanut products, this employee is aware of risks involved with regards to maintaining Hampton Farms quality and food standards, and all documentation is correct and accurate. This employee is trained in various areas pertaining to the job required. The Picking Table employee must maintain a clean and sanitary work environment and must be familiar with the activity on the production floor to react if a crisis arises.

Pay Rate: $13.00 – $15.00 per hour

Essential Duties and Description: include the following though other duties may be assigned:

  • Work in conjunction with all Hampton Farms team members supporting all areas of the facility.
  • Partnering with other Hampton Farms team members in being committed to delivering the best possible experience to our customers and employees in support of our mission, vision, and values.
  • Monitor what products are being produced on each shift.
  • Communication with Roaster Operator when production is occurring.
  • Participate in annual Foreign Material training, knowledge of what foreign material needs to be picked out of peanuts.
  • Sit for extended period of time, analyzing peanuts moving across conveyor.
  • Recognize foreign material to be removed from peanuts.
  • Have an eye for detail and small objects moving quickly past you.
  • Required to recognize if product coming off roaster(s) is the incorrect type of product.
  • Immediately communicate with Roaster Operator if problem arises.
  • In the event of excessive amount of foreign material occurs, notification to Roaster Operator and/or management team needs to occur.
  • Communication with Production Manager if problem arises.
  • Knowledge of incoming products (peanuts and flavors)
  • Understand/knowledge of Raw peanut types
  • Knowledge of Brine system.
  • In the event of an emergency, location of emergency shut off switch.
  • Knowledge of Dryer.
  • In the event of an emergency, location of emergency shut off switch.
  • Knowledge of Roaster(s).
  • In the event of an emergency, location of emergency shut off switch.
  • Knowledge of Distribution system. Disable alarm system when finished tank is reaching limit.
  • Notify Roaster Operator in this event.
  • Ensure roaster(s) is running properly to minimize maintenance and down time.
  • Responsible to ensure no cross contamination of different product types
  • Knowledge of sanitation standard operating procedures
  • Position requires sitting for an extended period of time.
  • Breaks are given every 2 hours to rest eyes.
  • Motivate staff to make an effective and efficient team.

Skills and Competencies:

  • Based on job performance, has required skills and knowledge to complete the responsibilities of his/her role.
  • Demonstrates a good understanding of work place policies and rules, customer’s requests and production/business needs.
  • Understands the origin and purpose behind company policies, procedures and practices.
  • Acts in accordance with the company’s mission, vision and values.
  • Must possess good communication skills, written and oral.
  • Participates in GMP Training, annual or as assigned.
  • Understands HACCP Standards and SQF requirements

Measures for Success:

  • Maintaining quality service by following organization standards.
  • Work with team members maintaining daily sanitation by cleaning work area at end of shift.

Quality Assurance:

  • Knows and adheres to GMP Policy and all Quality policies and procedures
  • Assists in identifying and/or reporting non-conforming product to aid in eliminating waste.
  • ANYONE who is aware of a food safety/quality issue is to stop production immediately and inform Quality Assurance and their Manager or Supervisor of the food safety/quality issue(s) to determine whether or not product/materials should be placed on hold.
  • Communicates daily with Production Manager and/or Quality Department to ensure customer specifications are met.

General Expected Behaviors

Problem Solving:

  • Solution oriented, working until a problem is solved or achieved outcome.
  • Reacts to challenges by locating or providing solutions.
  • Takes responsibility to define all requirements of a task, evaluates opportunities or strengths then takes the appropriate action as required.
  • Makes timely, well-considered decisions based on current data available and is flexible with scheduled work hours/shifts.

Safety:

  • Actively follows all company policies and procedures, encouraging team members to do the same.
  • Engages other employees in setting high safety awareness standards.
  • Include safety emphasis in all employee meetings.
  • Wears proper PPE at all times

Work Ethic:

  • Dependable and punctual to ensure company and workplace goals.
  • Treats everyone with respect and dignity.
  • Responds to challenges with a sense of urgency, informing other team members as required and acting accordingly.
  • Actively assesses information and identifies underlying issues as required to ensure a friendly workplace.
  • Plans and aligns appropriate resource to accomplish company goals.

Communication:

  • Good written and verbal skills and able to communicate in a clear and understanding manner.
  • Identifies barriers to communication and strategies to eliminate them.
  • Applies good questioning and listening skills to ensure their understanding of information being shared.
  • May coach and lead production employees in questioning, listening and identifying barriers to communication.

Additional Sanitation Responsibilities:

  • Knowledge of Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Ensure all chemical containers are labeled and used in the correct way.
  • Ensure overall compliance and adherence to sanitation schedule and/or requirements.

** If Picking Table employee is out, a trained responsible person shall be designated to perform the job. Packaging Machine Operator will be designee. If Packaging machine operator is unavailable Roaster Operator will only run 1 roaster, having coverage for that one roaster (there are two picking employees per shift). **

Education and Experience:

Required:

  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be willing to work overtime and weekends.
  • Ability to clearly present recommendations/ideas and to summarize issues.
  • Ability to appropriately handle and maintain confidential material.

Desired:

  • Must be able to work well both independently and collaboratively.

Skills/Competencies:

  • Second language (Spanish), a strong plus

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None Required.

Job Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are required and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Degree of Physical Demands (Strength) usually associated with the essential functions of this job classification are as follows: Light Work involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job/occupation is rated Light Work when it requires: (1) walking or standing to a significant degree; (2) sitting most of the time while pushing or pulling arm or leg controls; or (3) working at a production rate pace while constantly pushing or pulling materials even though the weight of the materials is negligible. (The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible. Continuous sitting in one location for long periods (2-3 hours before break).

Other demand levels for this job may include the following, infrequently:

Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. Described in terms of height, steepness, duration, and type of structure climbed.

Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching or erratically moving surfaces; or maintaining body equilibrium when performing mobile dexterity duties. Described in terms of type or condition of surface and activities during which balance must be maintained. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles. Described in terms of duration. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending legs and spine. Described in terms of duration. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands. Fingers are involved only to the extent that they are an extension of the hand, such as to turn a switch or shift. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds by ear. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Color Vision: Ability to identify and distinguish colors. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Work Environment

  • Combination of manufacturing environment along with duties that will require employee to work in a production/plant environment where physical hazards such as industrial equipment and forklifts may be present.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401K Matching
  • Paid Vacation and Personal Days
  • Paid Holidays
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Military Leave
  • Jury Duty Leave

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

For Additional Information Visit: www.hamptonfarms.com

Production Lead

This position is based at our Hampton Farms location in Portales, NM.

Purpose:

The Production Lead/Packaging Machine Operator of Hampton Farms is involved in the manufacture of food products intended for the consumer. The Production Lead/Packaging Machine Operator provides a critical position in Hampton farms food quality and safety for producing our peanut product. Being a producer of peanuts and peanut products, the Production Lead/Packaging Machine Operator is aware of risks involved with regards to maintaining Hampton Farms quality standards, proper packaging, proper labeling and all documentation is correct and accurate. The Production Lead/Packaging Machine Operator is trained in various areas pertaining to the job required. The Production Lead/Packaging Machine Operator must maintain a clean and sanitary environment and must be familiar with the activity on the production floor to react if a crisis arises.

Pay Rate: $20.00 – $22.00 per hour

Essential Duties and Description: include the following though other duties may be assigned:

  • Work in conjunction with all Hampton Farms team members supporting all areas of the facility.
  • Partnering with other Hampton Farms team members in being committed to delivering the best possible experience to our customers and employees in support of our mission, vision and values.
  • Monitor and enforce all company policies giving direction to employees in the production area. Set all production goals that are relayed from Production Manager.
  • Monitor Small Pack lines (Hayssen 1, Hayssen 2 Viking and Hayssen Raw); verify the correct product being packaged; correct film being used, labeled with best by date and Julian Lot# and sealed properly. Make sure the correct boxes and tape color are being used. Each box has the proper label on it. Each pallet produced is labeled correctly, pallet tags.
  • When needed, have knowledge of each packaging machine, will be asked to step in when packaging machine operator is absent.
  • Bulk line; verify the correct product being packaged; correct boxes, correct bags and tape color are being used. Monitor box printer to ensure correct dates/Julian Lot #’s are being put on the boxes. Ensure each pallet produced is labeled correctly, pallet tags.
  • When needed, have knowledge of bulk line, will be asked to step in when packaging machine operator is absent.
  • Train individuals on packaging machine(s)
  • Will train with Lead for approximately 2 weeks on all areas of the production floor regarding the packaging machines, once lead is confident with training will communicate with production manager.
  • Monitor transferring of peanuts into packaging tanks, ensure the correct product (salted, roasted, flavored or raw) is going into that tank
  • Communication with Production Manager if a problem arises
  • Make sure all machines are properly started and stopped to minimize maintenance and down time.
  • Complete Production paperwork, ensure all lot numbers (finished product, film and liners) are noted on paperwork.
  • Work in conjunction with Quality Department to assure that bags are being sealed correctly, code dates and weights are correct.
  • Knowledge of packaging weights and how to obtain using table top scale.
  • Responsible for monitoring the setting up bag printer and box printer, verify information is correct.
  • When using labels on boxes, ensure labels are correct before applying them to the box
  • Knowledge of former sizes, what former goes with what machine/film. When work is completed, return former to correct location and cover.
  • Knowledge of film and sizes, what film goes with what product. When work is completed, return film rolls to proper location in warehouse and cover.
  • Make sure all trash is removed daily and at the end of the shift
  • Clean peanut spills immediately when occurs.
  • Verify with Production Schedule with pack size, product and amount that will be in each box. Ensure that the amount of bags are correct going into each box.
  • Position requires standing for up to twelve hours or more and lifting and stacking of boxes that weigh up to 30 pounds. Bulk Line will require employee who could lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Be able to work in extreme environmental changes such as weather.
  • Monitor/Knowledge of sanitation procedures including Raw Clean-up and Flavor Clean-up.
  • Communicate with Production Manager on issues related to the facility such as staffing, production goals, quality concerns, facility, and grounds maintenance.
  • Knowledge of product hold program.
  • Forklift experience on an as needed basis. If forklift certified, will operate and maintain preventively production vehicles and equipment, including daily forklift checklist. Will be Hampton Farms licensed forklift operator if applicable.
  • License Forklift Operators will obtain corrugated materials, and pallets from warehouse location
  • Motivate staff to make an effective and efficient team.

Skills and Competencies:

  • Based on job performance, has required skills and knowledge to complete the responsibilities of his/her role.
  • Demonstrates a good understanding of work place policies and rules, customer’s requests and production/business needs.
  • Understands the origin and purpose behind company policies, procedures and practices.
  • Acts in accordance with the company’s mission, vision and values.
  • Must possess good communication skills, written and oral.
  • Participates in GMP Training, annual or as assigned.
  • Understands HACCP Standards and SQF requirements

Measures for Success:

  • 100 % correct orders, orders fulfilled accurately and timely.
  • Maintaining quality service by following organization standards.
  • Weekly poundage goals achieved based on customer orders.
  • Daily production goals achieved based on customer specs and orders.
  • Work with team members maintaining daily sanitation by cleaning work area at end of shift.

General Expected Behaviors

Problem Solving:

  • Solution Oriented, working until a problem is solved or outcome achieved.
  • Reacts to challenges by locating or providing solutions.
  • Responsible for identifying all requirements of a tasks, evaluates opportunities or strengths than takes the appropriate action as required.
  • Makes timely, well-considered decisions based on current data available and is flexible with scheduled work hours/shifts.

Safety:

  • Actively follows all company policies and procedures.
  • Engages other employees in setting high safety awareness standards.
  • Include safety emphasis in all employee meetings.
  • Wears proper PPE at all times

Work Ethic:

  • Dependable and punctual to ensure company and workplace goals.
  • Treats everyone with respect and dignity.
  • Responds to challenges with a sense of urgency, informing other team members as required and acting accordingly.
  • Actively assesses information and identifies underlying issues as required to ensure a friendly workplace.
  • Plans and aligns appropriate resource to accomplish company goals.

Communication:

  • Good written and verbal skills and able to communicate in a clear and understanding manner.
  • Identifies barriers to communication and strategies to eliminate barriers.
  • Applies good questioning and listening skills to ensure their understanding of information being shared.
  • May coach and lead production employees in questioning, listening and identifying barriers to communication.
  • ANYONE who is aware of a food safety/quality issue is to stop production immediately and inform Quality Assurance and their Manager or Supervisor of the food safety/quality issue(s) to determine whether or not product/materials should be placed on hold.

Additional Sanitation Responsibilities:

  • Knowledge of Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Ensure all chemical containers are labeled and used in the correct way.
  • Ensure overall compliance and adherence to sanitation schedule and/or requirements.
  • Ensure that the monthly pre-op inspection/cleaning is completed properly and equipment passes.

** If the Production Lead/Packaging Machine Operator is out, a trained responsible person shall be designated to run the Packaging Machines. Back-up designee will be Production Manager. **

Education and Experience:

Required:

  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be willing to work overtime and weekends.
  • Ability to clearly present recommendations/ideas and to summarize issues.
  • Ability to appropriately handle and maintain confidential material.

Desired:

  • 1-3 years’ experience in production operations in food manufacturing.
  • Must be able to work well both independently and collaboratively.

Skills/Competencies:

  • Second language (Spanish), a strong plus

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None Required. Forklift certifications, helpful or as needed.

Job Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are required and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Degree of Physical Demands (Strength) usually associated with the essential functions of this job classification are as follows Medium Work involves exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently or an amount greater than negligible and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of these for Light Duty. Continuous standing in one location for long periods (2-3 hours before break).

Other demand levels for this job may include the following, infrequently:

Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. Described in terms of height, steepness, duration, and type of structure climbed.

Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching or erratically moving surfaces; or maintaining body equilibrium when performing mobile dexterity duties. Described in terms of type or condition of surface and activities during which balance must be maintained. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles. Described in terms of duration. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending legs and spine. Described in terms of duration. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands. Fingers are involved only to the extent that they are an extension of the hand, such as to turn a switch or shift. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds by ear. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Color Vision: Ability to identify and distinguish colors. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Work Environment

  • Combination of manufacturing environment along with duties that will require employee to work in a production/plant environment where physical hazards such as industrial equipment and forklifts may be present.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401K Matching
  • Paid Vacation and Personal Days
  • Paid Holidays
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Military Leave
  • Jury Duty Leave

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

For Additional Information Visit: www.hamptonfarms.com

General Sanitation

This position is based at our Hampton Farms location in Portales, NM.

Purpose:

General sanitation of Hampton Farms will directly report to the Quality Assurance Manager. The position will have dotted line communication to the Plant Manager and/or Production Manager. General sanitation is involved in overseeing and participating in the cleaning, sanitizing, and general safety duties of the facility. He/She holds a critical position in Hampton Farms sanitation for producing our peanut products. Being a producer of peanuts and peanut products, this person is aware of risks involved with regard to keeping all areas of the facility clean and sanitary. The general sanitation is trained in SSOP’s pertaining to the job and equipment required and in all aspects related to the company safety programs. This person is trained in various cleaning procedures as applicable to a peanut processing facility. General Sanitation employee must maintain a clean and sanitary environment and must be familiar with the activity on the production floor to react if a crisis arises.

Pay Rate: $13.00 – $15.00 per hour

Essential Duties and Description: include the following though other duties may be assigned:

  • Work in conjunction with plant management and staff towards continuous improvement and support/enforce the Hampton Farms sanitation guidelines set forth.
  • Maintain a sanitary work environment that promotes employee cleanliness and meets all regulatory requirements.
  • Partnering with other Hampton Farms team members in being committed to delivering the best possible experience to our customers and employees in support of our mission, vision, and values.
  • General Sanitation is to ensure that all areas of the plant are maintained in accordance with the Master Sanitation Schedule; (ex. Restroom, break room, offices or production area).
  • Maintain a level of housekeeping and cleanliness required to meet the standards of a food processing facility that insure passing any regulatory and/or customer inspection.
  • Conduct visual inspections verifying that all processing, packaging, warehousing and support areas are clean for the next production day.
  • Provide training and guidance to both new and existing sanitation crew employees.
  • Knowledge of Floor Scrubber, chemical/water ratio for the sanitation equipment.
  • Understand the operating principals and functions of the various processing and packaging equipment
  • Where necessary know how to disassemble and reassemble both processing and packaging as needed per the SSOP’s.
  • Maintain a standard of cleanliness in accordance with that of a food processing operation in all satellite areas of the plant such as the: Rest Rooms, Break Room, Locker Rooms, Offices, and other areas.
  • Maintain the exterior areas of the plant as required.
  • Maintain an adequate inventory of cleaning supplies and chemicals, monitoring usage in addition to ensuring the security of the chemical cage.
  • Maintain supplies (gloves, paper towels) for production area.
  • Maintain supplies for break room (plates, cups, napkins, coffee) and bathroom (toilet paper, paper towels, soap, and hand sanitizer); ensure all supplies are efficient before shift ends.
  • Verify all chemicals and containers being used are correctly labeled. Do not mix chemicals or put a chemical into a container that is not labeled correctly. Maintain current SDS sheets on file and posted for all chemical used in the plant
  • Motivate staff to make an effective and efficient team.
  • Any other duties assigned by management.

Skills and Competencies:

  • Based on job performance, has required skills and knowledge to complete the responsibilities of his/her role.
  • Demonstrates a good understanding of work place policies and rules, customer’s requests and production/business needs.
  • Understands the origin and purpose behind company policies, procedures and practices.
  • Acts in accordance with the company’s mission, vision and values.
  • Must possess good communication skills, written and oral.
  • Participates in GMP Training, annual or as assigned.
  • Understands HACCP Standards and SQF requirements

Measures for Success:

  • Work with team members maintaining daily sanitation and safety.
  • Create a positive work environment with a functional crew.

Quality Assurance:

  • Knows and adheres to GMP Policy and all Quality policies and procedures.
  • Assists in identifying and/or reporting non-conforming product to aid in eliminating waste.
  • ANYONE who is aware of a food safety/quality issue is to stop production immediately and inform Quality Assurance and their Manager or Supervisor of the food safety/quality issue(s) to determine whether or not product/material should be placed on hold.

General Expected Behaviors

Problem Solving:

  • Solution Oriented, working until a problem is solved or outcome achieved; finds alternative ways to complete a task.
  • Reacts to challenges by locating or providing solutions.
  • Takes responsibility to define all requirements of a task, weighing the pros and cons, and then taking the appropriate action as required.
  • Makes timely, well-considered decisions based on current data available and is flexible with scheduled work hours/shifts.
  • Supports the team by offering to help with unexpected work as needed.

Safety:

  • Actively follows all company policies and procedures, encouraging team members to do the same.
  • Engages other employees in setting high safety awareness standards.
  • Include safety emphasis in all employee meetings.
  • Wears proper PPE at all times.

Work Ethic:

  • Dependable and punctual to ensure company and workplace goals.
  • Treats everyone with respect and dignity.
  • Responds to challenges with a sense of urgency, informing other team members as required and acting accordingly.
  • Actively assesses information and identifies underlying issues as required to ensure a friendly workplace.
  • Plans and aligns appropriate resource to accomplish company goals.

Communication:

  • Good written and verbal skills and able to communicate in a clear and understanding manner.
  • Applies good questioning and listening skills to ensure their understanding of information being shared.
  • Identifies barriers to communication and works towards eliminating barriers.
  • May coach and lead production employees in questioning, listening, and identifying barriers to communication.

Additional Sanitation Responsibilities:

  • Knowledge of Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Ensure all chemical containers are labeled and used in the correct way.
  • Ensure overall compliance and adherence to sanitation schedule and or requirements.

** If a General Sanitation member is absent other persons with the same skill level will complete duties described above. The Quality Assurance Department will be the designee. **

Education and Experience:

Required:

  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be willing to work overtime and weekends.
  • Ability to clearly present recommendations/ideas and to summarize issues.
  • Ability to appropriately handle and maintain confidential material.

Desired:

  • Must be able to work well both independently and collaboratively.

Skills/Competencies:

  • Second language (Spanish), a strong plus

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None Required.

Job Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are required and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Degree of Physical Demands (Strength) usually associated with the essential functions of this job classification are as follows: Medium Work involves exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently or an amount greater than negligible and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of these for Light Duty. Continuous standing in one location for long periods (2-3 hours before break).

Other demand levels for this job may include the following, infrequently:

Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. Described in terms of height, steepness, duration, and type of structure climbed.

Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching or erratically moving surfaces; or maintaining body equilibrium when performing mobile dexterity duties. Described in terms of type or condition of surface and activities during which balance must be maintained. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles. Described in terms of duration. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending legs and spine. Described in terms of duration. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands. Fingers are involved only to the extent that they are an extension of the hand, such as to turn a switch or shift. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds by ear. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Color Vision: Ability to identify and distinguish colors. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Work Environment

  • Combination of manufacturing environment along with duties that will require employee to work in a production/plant environment where physical hazards such as industrial equipment and forklifts may be present.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401K Matching
  • Paid Vacation and Personal Days
  • Paid Holidays
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Military Leave
  • Jury Duty Leave

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

For Additional Information Visit: www.hamptonfarms.com

Production Packer

This position is based at our Hampton Farms location in Portales, NM.

Purpose:

The Production Packer of Hampton Farms is involved in the manufacture of food products intended for the consumer. The Production Packer provides a critical position in Hampton farms food quality and safety for producing our peanut product. Being a producer of peanuts and peanut products, the Production Packer is aware of risks involved with regards to maintaining Hampton Farms quality standards, proper packaging, proper labeling, and all documentation is correct and accurate. The Production Packer is trained in various areas pertaining to the job required. The Production Packer must maintain a clean and sanitary environment and must be familiar with the activity on the production floor to react if a crisis arises.

Pay rate: $13.00 – $15.00 per hour

Essential Duties and Description: include the following though other duties may be assigned:

  • Work in conjunction with all Hampton Farms team members supporting all areas of the facility.
  • Partnering with other Hampton Farms team members in being committed to delivering the best possible experience to our customers and employees in support of our mission, vision and values.
  • Small Pack lines (Hayssen 1, Hayssen 2, Viking and Hayssen Raw); verify the correct product being packaged; correct film being used, labeled with best by date and Julian Lot# and sealed properly. Make sure the correct boxes and tape color are being used. Each box has the proper label on it. Each pallet produced is labeled correctly, pallet tags.
  • Bulk line; verify the correct product being packaged; correct boxes and tape color are being used. Monitor box printer to ensure correct dates/Julian Lot #’s are being put on the boxes. Ensure each pallet produced is labeled correctly, pallet tags.
  • Communication with Production Manager if a problem arises.
  • Work in conjunction with Quality Department to assure that bags are being sealed correctly, code dates and weights are correct.
  • Knowledge of packaging weights and how to obtain using tabletop scale.
  • When using labels on boxes, ensure labels are correct before applying them to the box.
  • Make sure all trash is removed daily and at the end of the shift.
  • Clean peanut spills immediately when occurs.
  • Verify with Production Schedule with pack size, product and amount that will be in each box. Ensure that the amount of bags are correct going into each box.
  • Position requires standing for up to twelve hours or more and lifting and stacking of boxes that weigh up to 30 pounds. Bulk Line will require employee who could lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Be able to work in extreme environmental changes such as weather.
  • Knowledge of sanitation procedures including Raw Clean-up and Flavor Clean-up.
  • Forklift experience on an as needed basis. If forklift certified, will operate, and maintain preventively production vehicles and equipment, including daily forklift checklist. Will be Hampton Farms licensed forklift operator if applicable.
  • License Forklift Operators will obtain corrugated materials, and pallets from warehouse location.
  • Motivate staff to make an effective and efficient team.

Skills and Competencies:

  • Based on job performance, has required skills and knowledge to complete the responsibilities of his/her role.
  • Demonstrates a good understanding of workplace policies and rules, customer’s requests and production/business needs.
  • Understands the origin and purpose behind company policies, procedures, and practices.
  • Acts in accordance with the company’s mission, vision, and values.
  • Must possess good communication skills, written and oral.
  • Participates in GMP Training, annual or as assigned.
  • Understands HACCP Standards and SQF requirements.

Measures for Success:

  • 100 % correct orders, orders fulfilled accurately and timely.
  • Maintaining quality service by following organization standards.
  • Weekly poundage goals achieved based on customer orders.
  • Daily production goals achieved based on customer specs and orders.
  • Work with team members maintaining daily sanitation by cleaning work area at end of shift.

General Expected Behaviors

Problem Solving:

  • Solution Oriented, working until a problem is solved or outcome achieved.
  • Reacts to challenges by locating or providing solutions.
  • Responsible for identifying all requirements of a tasks, evaluates opportunities or strengths than takes the appropriate action as required.
  • Makes timely, well-considered decisions based on current data available and is flexible with scheduled work hours/shifts.

Safety:

  • Actively follows all company policies and procedures.
  • Engages other employees in setting high safety awareness standards.
  • Include safety emphasis in all employee meetings.
  • Wears proper PPE at all times.
  • ANYONE who is aware of a food safety/quality issue is to stop production immediately and inform Quality Assurance and their Manager or Supervisor of the food safety/quality issue(s) to determine whether or not product/materials should be placed on hold.

Work Ethic:

  • Dependable and punctual to ensure company and workplace goals.
  • Treats everyone with respect and dignity.
  • Responds to challenges with a sense of urgency, informing other team members as required and acting accordingly.
  • Actively assesses information and identifies underlying issues as required to ensure a friendly workplace.
  • Plans and aligns appropriate resource to accomplish company goals.

Communication:

  • Good written and verbal skills and able to communicate in a clear and understanding manner.
  • Identifies barriers to communication and strategies to eliminate barriers.
  • Applies good questioning and listening skills to ensure their understanding of information being shared.
  • May coach and lead production employees in questioning, listening, and identifying barriers to communication.

Additional Sanitation Responsibilities:

  • Knowledge of Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Ensure all chemical containers are labeled and used in the correct way.
  • Ensure overall compliance and adherence to sanitation schedule and/or requirements.
  • Ensure that the monthly pre-op inspection/cleaning is completed properly, and equipment passes.

** If the Packaging Machine Operator is out, a trained responsible person shall be designated to run the Packaging Machines. Back-up operator will be designee, there are 3 employees per packaging line that are cross trained. **

Education and Experience:

Required:

  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be willing to work overtime and weekends.
  • Ability to clearly present recommendations/ideas and to summarize issues.
  • Ability to appropriately handle and maintain confidential material.

Desired:

  • Experience in production operations in food manufacturing.
  • Must be able to work well both independently and collaboratively.

Skills/Competencies:

  • Second language (Spanish), a strong plus

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None Required. Forklift certifications, helpful or as needed.

Job Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are required and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Degree of Physical Demands (Strength) usually associated with the essential functions of this job classification are as follows: Medium Work involves exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently or an amount greater than negligible and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of these for Light Duty. Continuous standing in one location for long periods (2-3 hours before break).

Other demand levels for this job may include the following, infrequently:

Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. Described in terms of height, steepness, duration, and type of structure climbed.

Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching or erratically moving surfaces; or maintaining body equilibrium when performing mobile dexterity duties. Described in terms of type or condition of surface and activities during which balance must be maintained. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles. Described in terms of duration. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending legs and spine. Described in terms of duration. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands. Fingers are involved only to the extent that they are an extension of the hand, such as to turn a switch or shift. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds by ear. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are. Frequently – Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Color Vision: Ability to identify and distinguish colors. Occasionally – Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Work Environment

  • Combination of manufacturing environment along with duties that will require employee to work in a production/plant environment where physical hazards such as industrial equipment and forklifts may be present.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401K Matching
  • Paid Vacation and Personal Days
  • Paid Holidays
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Military Leave
  • Jury Duty Leave

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

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