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MyFOREST Foods · 2 months ago

Production Operator

Albany, NY

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$18/hr - $18/hr

MyForest Foods is a company specializing in plant-based alternatives, particularly using mycelium to create innovative food products. They are seeking a Plant Food Production Associate to help produce their flagship product, MyBacon, while ensuring quality and safety in the production process.

Responsibilities

Create and Innovate: Process and package raw materials into finished goods, contributing to MyForest’s mission to redefine bacon for the future

Quality Matters: Follow stringent quality control and sanitation procedures to ensure our customers enjoy only the highest-quality products

Collaborate & Grow: Work closely with a team to meet production goals, participate in exciting product development trials, and even suggest ideas to improve processes

Keep It Safe & Sound: Prioritize safety by upholding good manufacturing practices and actively identifying ways to improve safety on the job

Detail-Oriented Production: Track inventory, complete daily production records, and handle products carefully to maintain our standards of excellence

Qualification

Food Production ExperienceManufacturing Environment ComfortAttention to DetailPassion for Plant-Based FoodModerate Math SkillsTeam PlayerCommunication Skills

Required

High School diploma or equivalent

Strong commitment to safety, quality, and cleanliness

Ability to work independently or collaboratively, contributing to our shared success

Moderate math skills and attention to detail for record-keeping and inventory tracking

NYS Driver's License and reliable transportation to our facility

Experience in Food Production: If you've worked in culinary or food manufacturing, bring your skills to a team dedicated to food innovation

Comfortable in Manufacturing Environments: Confident around industrial kitchen equipment and excited to work hands-on in a warehouse setting

Team Player with Great Communication: We value clear communicators who thrive in team environments and are also comfortable taking the lead on solo tasks

Passion for Plant-Based Food: Excited about the meat-alternative industry and able to bring your knowledge of traditional vs. alternative meats to our team!