Job Details

Level: Entry

Job Location: Industrial - Hood River, OR

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $16.10 - $18.10 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Category: Manufacturing

Production Technician I

Key Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, start up, and shut down production equipment (mixers, ovens, forming equipment, packaging machines, conveyors, etc.)

Perform production activities include:
- Seal: Remove casing, slicing, move racks, set up Multivac, handle intermediate products.
- Peel/seal: Remove casings, move racks, wash totes, handle intermediate products.
- Mix/Cook: Weigh ingredients, mix and form raw materials, bake/cook products.
- Packaging: Handle, sleeve/bag, carton, pack, palletize, and X-ray products.

Attach appropriate labels, tags, and lot/batch numbers to products and packages.
Perform quality checks and complete all required processing and quality documentation.
Load/unload raw materials and finished goods.
Follow all safety rules, including PPE use, chemical handling, and lockout/tagout procedures.
Maintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment (sweeping, mopping, cleaning machinery, scraping waste, washing equipment).
Assist with general production and support tasks as directed by the Production Supervisor.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.
Prior sanitation, janitorial, or food processing experience.
Experience working with cleaning chemicals and equipment is a plus
Bilingual in Spanish (Preferred but not required)

Physical Demands

Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, or crouch for extended periods.
Must safely lift/move up to 45 lbs. regularly.
Comfortable working in wet, noisy, or varied temperature environments.
Ability to use ladders, work in tight spaces, and move equipment as needed.

Benefits

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Flexible Spending Account
Dental and Vision Insurance
STD & LTD
Basic Life Insurance and AD&D

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Tofurky Company is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.

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