Location: Severn, North Carolina

This position is based at our Hampton Farms location in Severn, NC.

The Company

Hampton Farms is the leading In-Shell Peanut Company in the US. We are also a leading producer of other types of nuts and nut butters for the retail and commercial markets. You can find our product in most grocery stores and major league baseball stadiums. We distribute under the Hampton Farms brand and are also a leading private label manufacturer.

Pay Range: $15.50 – $16.50 per hour

Job Purpose

The Roaster Operator of Hampton Farms is involved in the manufacture of food products intended for the consumer. The operation and operator provide a critical step in Hampton Farms food quality and safety for producing our peanut product. Being a producer of peanuts and peanut products, the roaster operator is aware of the risk involved with regard to proper temperature, speeds, roasting color and other aspects of the facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Verify with supervisor correct peanuts are being used, and Roaster log paperwork matches the Roasting Peanuts reports
• Inspect machines and calibrates as required to ensure consistent operation
• Ensure that machine is started and stopped to minimize maintenance and downtime
• Initiate daily start-up procedures per company policies
• Communicate with production line operators to maintain constant flow and correct peanuts
• Maintain the correct temperature of the roaster, record the average temperature of the peanuts, belt speed, and bed depth to achieve the correct roast and color required for each customer
• Record temperature readings each hour on Roasting log.
• Turn in paperwork into Quality Assurance Department
• Run a color check every hour on the roasted peanuts to ensure color meets customer requirements
• Work with Quality Assurance Technician throughout shift to ensure CCP’s are within spec
• Ensure the right peanuts for the production schedule are selected and roasted in spec.
• Perform scheduled cleaning of roaster and roasting area
• Maintaining constant vigilance for possibility of fire, through monitoring of all roasting operations
• Perform weekly fire drills
• Assist in control of fire as required and notification of proper authorities, as approved by management personnel
• Help fellow employees in other work areas as needed
• Do any other assignments ask of you by your Lead or Supervisor
• Able to learn how to work with high and low PH chemicals such as alpet, proclean degreaser, Alkaline cleaner, and Steam cleaners for cleaning every other weekend

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Experience with food manufacturing Principles and implementation.
• 1-3 years’ production manufacturing experience.
• Must be able to work well both independently and collaboratively.
• Team Player

Physical Demand

• Climbing: ladders, stairs, etc. –using feet and legs or hands and arms 1/3 of the time & continuous Standing
• Lifting: Intermediate lifting up to 55 lbs for up to half your shift (up to 4 hours)
• Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist
• Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending legs and spine
• Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
• Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands
• Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds by ears
• Depth Perception: Three dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances
• Color Vision: Ability to identify and distinguish colors

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
• Having to work with high & low PH chemicals such as alpet, proclean degreaser, Alkaline cleaner, and Steam cleaners on a regular basis.

Competencies

• Analytical
• Continuous Learning
• Job Knowledge
• Use of Technology
• Problem Solving
• Project Management
• Adaptability
• Dependability
• Quality
• Communications
• Reasoning Ability
• Exceptional Interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Treats everyone with respect and dignity

Benefits

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

Core Values “Equip”

• Environment
• Quality
• Understanding
• Integrity
• People

Application Process

• This job is contingent upon satisfactory completion of reference checks, education verification, pre-employment drug screening, and a criminal history check.

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

For Additional Information Visit: www.hamptonfarms.com

Purpose:

The general sanitation laborer of Hampton Farms is involved in the cleaning and sanitizing of the Plant. The general sanitation laborer is a critical position in Hampton Farms food quality and safety for producing our peanut product. The general sanitation laborer is a critical position in Hampton Farms food quality and safety systems. Being a producer of peanuts and peanut products, the general sanitation laborer is aware of risks involved with regard to keeping the all areas of the facility clean and sanitary. The general sanitation laborer is trained in various SSOP’s pertaining to the job and equipment required.

Prerequisites:

• GMP Training (New hire and Annual)
• Master Sanitation Schedule
• Utensils and tools SOP for cleaning and sanitizing
• Chemical Control Program
• Chemical Safety Training – Proper PPE
• Glove Policy
• General knowledge of SQF Edition 9 requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain a clean and sanitary environment by wiping down any dust accumulation of dirt, grime and salt etc.
• Verify each piece is clean with a flash light. Look in hard to reach areas for cleanliness.
• Sanitize all areas after being clean.
• Verify all chemicals being used are correctly labeled. Do not mix chemicals or put a chemical into a container that is not labeled correctly.
• Clean and sanitize rest rooms, break rooms, offices, trailer and other areas on daily checklist. Maintain all dispensers (soap, hand sanitizers, hairnets, beard nets, booties.)
• Clean and sanitize all trash cans. Replace with fresh trash liners
• Help fellow employees in other areas when needed
• Make sure all trash is removed daily and end of the shift. Clean each line and sweep the floor as required during each shift.
• Follow sanitation schedule for weekends or clean break.
• Any other work assigned by the Quality Assurance Lead or Quality Assurance Manager.

** If a General Sanitation Laborer is out, other persons with the same skill level and training will do the duties described above. **

This position is based at our Hampton Farms location in Severn, NC.

The Company

Hampton Farms is the leading In-Shell Peanut Company in the US. We are also a leading producer of other types of nuts and nut butters for the retail and commercial markets. You can find our product in most grocery stores and major league baseball stadiums. We distribute under the Hampton Farms brand and are also a leading private label manufacturer.

Job Purpose

The Sortex Operator of Hampton Farms is involved in the manufacture of food products intended for the consumer. The operation and operator provide a critical step in Hampton Farms food quality and safety for producing our peanut product. Being a producer of peanuts and peanut products, the roaster operator is aware of the risk involved with regard to proper temperature, speeds, roasting color and other aspects of the facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Verify with supervisor correct peanuts are being used, and Roaster log paperwork matches the Roasting Peanuts reports
• Inspect machines and calibrates as required to ensure consistent operation
• Ensure that machine is started and stopped to minimize maintenance and downtime
• Initiate daily start-up procedures per company policies
• Communicate with production line operators to maintain constant flow and correct peanuts
• Maintain the correct temperature of the roaster, record the average temperature of the peanuts, belt speed, and bed depth to achieve the correct roast and color required for each customer
• Record temperature readings each hour on Roasting log.
• Turn in paperwork into Quality Assurance Department
• Run a color check every hour on the roasted peanuts to ensure color meets customer requirements
• Work with Quality Assurance Technician throughout shift to ensure CCP’s are within spec
• Ensure the right peanuts for the production schedule are selected and roasted in spec.
• Perform scheduled cleaning of roaster and roasting area
• Maintaining constant vigilance for possibility of fire, through monitoring of all roasting operations
• Perform weekly fire drills
• Assist in control of fire as required and notification of proper authorities, as approved by management personnel
• Help fellow employees in other work areas as needed
• Able to climb heights of different levels
• Do any other assignments ask of you by your Lead or Supervisor
• Able to learn how to work with high and low PH chemicals such as alpet, proclean degreaser, Alkaline cleaner, and Steam cleaners for cleaning every other weekend

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Experience with food manufacturing Principles and implementation.
• 1-3 years’ production manufacturing experience.
• Must be able to work well both independently and collaboratively.
• Team Player

Physical Demand

• Climbing: ladders, stairs, etc. –using feet and legs or hands and arms 1/3 of the time & continuous Standing
• Lifting: Intermediate lifting up to 55 lbs for up to half your shift (up to 4 hours)
• Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist
• Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending legs and spine
• Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
• Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands
• Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds by ears
• Depth Perception: Three dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances
• Color Vision: Ability to identify and distinguish colors

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
• Having to work with high & low PH chemicals such as alpet, proclean degreaser, Alkaline cleaner, and Steam cleaners on a regular basis.

Competencies

• Analytical
• Continuous Learning
• Job Knowledge
• Use of Technology
• Problem Solving
• Project Management
• Adaptability
• Dependability
• Quality
• Communications
• Reasoning Ability
• Exceptional Interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Treats everyone with respect and dignity

Benefits

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

Core Values “Equip”

• Environment
• Quality
• Understanding
• Integrity
• People

Application Process

• This job is contingent upon satisfactory completion of reference checks, education verification, pre-employment drug screening, and a criminal history check.

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

For Additional Information Visit: www.hamptonfarms.com

This position is based at our Severin Peanut Company located in Severn, NC.

The Company

Severn Peanut Company along with Hampton Farms is the leading In-Shell Peanut Company in the US. We are also a leading producer of other types of nuts and nut butters for the retail and commercial markets. You can find our product in most grocery stores and major league baseball stadiums. We distribute under the Hampton Farms brand and are also a leading private label manufacturer.

Base pay – $13.00 per hour

Job Purpose

Primary responsibilities are to ensure a sanitary food production environment. This responsibility includes food safety, pest control, and sanitation policy/procedure adherence. Expected to Promote and Live into our Mission of Being the Best NUT Company Today! This position will report to the Sanitation and Safety Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Attend pre-shift meetings.
• Perform duties according to master sanitation schedules.
• Employee is responsible for completion of recordkeeping requirements.
• Responsible to maintain a neat and orderly work area at all times.
• Must function and interact on a daily basis with plant personnel and comply with plant policy/procedure requirements.
• Expected to be punctual and abide by attendance policies.
• Employee will be responsible for attending and satisfactory completion of all required safety training topics.
• Expected to be able to work extended hours which may include weekends or holidays.
• The position is not limited to Sanitation/Pest application operations and may on occasion require performance and responsibilities in other areas.

Base pay of $13.00 per hour depending on experience

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Food Plant Sanitation and Hygiene experience and/or training
• Good Manufacturing Practices experience and/or training
• Pest Control Awareness experience and/or training
• Work well independently and with others
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Team Player

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.

Physical Demand

• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Be able to work in dusty/noisy environments with the proper PPE.
• Frequently climb sets of stairs and ladders in excess of 10-15 ft.
• Work in various weather conditions.
• Ability to operate basic hand tools, compressed air wands, and vacuums.
• Capable of wearing respirators and protective clothing.
• Capable of walking & standing on concrete for shifts in excess of 8 hours.

Competencies

• Analytical
• Continuous Learning
• Job Knowledge
• Use of Technology
• Problem Solving
• Project Management
• Adaptability
• Dependability
• Quality
• Communications
• Reasoning Ability
• Exceptional Interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Treats everyone with respect and dignity

Benefits

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

Core Values “Equip”

• Environment
• Quality
• Understanding
• Integrity
• People

Application Process

• This job is contingent upon satisfactory completion of reference checks, education verification, pre-employment drug screening, and a criminal history check.

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

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

This position is based at our Severn Peanut Company located in Severn, NC.

The Company

Severn Peanut Company along with Hampton Farms is the leading In-Shell Peanut Company in the US. We are also a leading producer of other types of nuts and nut butters for the retail and commercial markets. You can find our product in most grocery stores and major league baseball stadiums. We distribute under the Hampton Farms brand and are also a leading private label manufacturer.

Base pay at $14.00 per hour depending on experience

Job Purpose

Production Utility Level 3: Primary responsibilities are to ensure safe packaging and storage of finished product. This responsibility includes both Regulatory Agency and Severn Peanut Company policy/procedure adherence. Expected to Promote and Live into our Mission of Being the Best NUT Company Today! This position will report to Supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Attend pre-shift meetings.
• Communicate with manager and perform duties according to manager’s instruction.
• Capable of packaging product in a safe and orderly manner.
• Responsible to maintain a neat and orderly work area at all times.
• Must function and interact on a daily basis with plant personnel and comply with plant policy/procedure requirements.
• Employee is responsible for completion of recordkeeping requirements.
• Expected to be punctual and abide by attendance policies.
• Employee will be responsible for attending and satisfactory completion of all required safety training topics.
• Expected to be able to work extended hours, which may include weekends or holidays.

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Good Manufacturing Practices experience and/or training
• Food Plant industrial experience and/or training
• Work well independently and with others
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Team Player

Physical Demand

• Be able to work in various weather conditions, both ambient and cold storage areas.
• Ability to work in an industrial setting which includes machinery/process noise and exposure to peanuts and dust.
• Ability to work in a production/assembly line atmosphere.
• Capable of wearing protective clothing, and other necessary PPE.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English in association with instructions and recordkeeping.
• Ability to perform basic math in reference to load orders and inventory.
• Ability to operate basic machine controls and pedals. This requires frequent use of hands and feet.
• Ability to operate forklift in an industrial setting. Must meet training requirements.
• Frequent standing
• Frequent reaching overhead (Minimum76 inches)
• Frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb stairs/steps

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.

Competencies

• Analytical
• Continuous Learning
• Job Knowledge
• Use of Technology
• Problem Solving
• Project Management
• Adaptability
• Dependability
• Quality
• Communications
• Reasoning Ability
• Exceptional Interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Treats everyone with respect and dignity

Benefits

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

Core Values “Equip”

• Environment
• Quality
• Understanding
• Integrity
• People

Application Process

• This job is contingent upon satisfactory completion of reference checks, education verification, pre-employment drug screening, and a criminal history check.

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

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

This position is based at our Hampton Farms location in Severn, NC.

The Company

Hampton Farms is the leading In-Shell Peanut Company in the US. We are also a leading producer of other types of nuts and nut butters for the retail and commercial markets. You can find our product in most grocery stores and major league baseball stadiums. We distribute under the Hampton Farms brand and are also a leading private label manufacturer.

Pay Range: $14.50 – $15.50 per hour

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Places finished product on designated pallet as instructed by Line Leader or Plant Manager.
• Assists in running packaging equipment.
• Assists in packing finished product.
• Assist in area and equipment cleanup and sanitation.
• Works in cooperation with the Line Leader and plant manager produce items to order.
• Communicating any issues through out the plant or process to management that may compromise Food Quality, Food Safety, or Personal Safety.

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Experience with food manufacturing Principles and implementation.
• 1-3 years’ production manufacturing experience.
• Must be able to work well both independently and collaboratively.
• Team Player

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
• Having to work with high & low PH chemicals such as alpet, proclean degreaser, Alkaline cleaner, and Steam cleaners on a regular basis.

Physical Demand

• Climbing: ladders, stairs, etc. –using feet and legs or hands and arms 1/3 of the time & continuous Standing
• Lifting: Intermediate lifting up to 55 lbs for up to half your shift (up to 4 hours)
• Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist
• Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending legs and spine
• Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
• Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands
• Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds by ears
• Depth Perception: Three dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances
• Color Vision: Ability to identify and distinguish colors

Competencies

• Analytical
• Continuous Learning
• Job Knowledge
• Use of Technology
• Problem Solving
• Project Management
• Adaptability
• Dependability
• Quality
• Communications
• Reasoning Ability
• Exceptional Interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Treats everyone with respect and dignity

Benefits

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

Core Values “Equip”

• Environment
• Quality
• Understanding
• Integrity
• People

Application Process

• This job is contingent upon satisfactory completion of reference checks, education verification, pre-employment drug screening, and a criminal history check.

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

For Additional Information Visit: www.hamptonfarms.com

This position is based at our Hampton Farms locations in Severn, NC.

Pay range: $16.75 – $17.15 per hour

Hampton Farms in Severn, NC is looking to add multiple Machine Operators and General Laborers for all shifts in our peanut shelling, roasting and packaging facilities. Experience in manufacturing is helpful, any experience in food manufacturing and GMP knowledge is a plus. Candidates must be willing to work in production and manufacturing environments.

The ideal candidates will be capable of working with minimal oversight and willing to follow directions closely. Successful candidates will maintain a sanitary work environment that promotes employee cleanliness and meets all regulatory requirements; may work in all areas of the plant(s) to maintain areas in accordance with Master Sanitation Schedules; and may be asked to conduct visual inspections verifying that all production, picking, processing, sorting, packaging, warehousing, and areas are ready for the next production shift/day.

Employees are open and flexible to occasional fluctuating/flexing hours based on business need and customer order shipment scheduling.

Must be able to successfully E-Verify, background check and drug screen.

Hampton Farms team members are committed to delivering the best possible experience to our customers and employees in support of our mission, vision, and values.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Vision
• Wellness
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance (EAP)
• Employee Referral (ERP)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Teladoc
• 401K Match
• Paid Vacation and Personal Days
• Paid Holidays
• Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave
• School Leave
• Jury Duty Leave

Core Values “Equip”

• Environment
• Quality
• Understanding
• Integrity
• People

Application Process

• This job is contingent upon satisfactory completion of reference checks, education verification, pre-employment drug screening, and a criminal history check.

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

For additional information visit: www.hamptonfarms.com

This position is based at our Hampton Farms location in Severn, NC.

Pay Range: $14.25 – $15.25 per hour

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Be able to obtain a company forklift operator’s license.
• Maintain safe operating conditions. Able to load trucks correctly and safely.
• Perform pre-operational checklist items.
• Follow the Employee Health and personal Hygiene Requirements
• Picks orders according to the Pick Sheet, records and compares Lot Numbers and quantities, pack and wrap pallets. Able to scan product from inventory accurately.
• Verify customer orders to ensure quantity, quality, proper labeling, and safe packaging.
• Fulfill customer orders as processed.
• Receive products, including visual quality inspection, compare and match all information on Packing Slip. Reports any damages / discrepancies to Manager.
• Break down pallets and put product away in designated area, rotating stock for freshness.
• Manage product inventory, including lot number traceability.
• 100% accurately pulling orders using the scan gun so inventories maintain accurate
• Use FiFo when puling orders
• Keep warehouse clean and follow all GMP

General Qualifications

• Forklift Experience: 1-year minimum
• Occasional lifting floor to waist 40lbs
• Frequent lifting 10 to 25 lbs.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude while working independently or as part of a small team.

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

For Additional Information Visit: www.hamptonfarms.com