About Fresh n' Lean

Fresh N Lean (FNL) is one of the top 4 players within the fast-growing Direct to Consumer (“DTC”) market for Ready-to-Eat (“RTE”) prepared meals. Founded in 2010 by a Forbes 30 Under 30 (2019), Fresh N Lean today generates over $100M of revenue by specializing in healthy, fresh meals made without preservatives, gluten, hormones or added sugar. As co-CEOs, founder Laureen Asseo and her brother Thomas Asseo are leading a talented team towards a healthy eating revolution.

Fresh N Lean is headquartered near Disneyland in Anaheim, CA with more than 500 employees and has grown year-on-year by 100% over the last 5 years. FNL calibrates its own offering to produce best-in-class quality RTE meals at a price point only slightly ahead of lower-quality, mass market competitors. The FNL brand leads the competition by focusing on high-quality ingredients, SKU variety and on-trend meal plans all supported by a commitment to manufacturing safety. With industry-leading manufacturing efficiencies and scalable production capacity, FNL is prepared to continue its impressive growth trajectory.

Fresh N Lean is looking to build the talent and capability of FNL’s organization to help fuel the brand’s next phase of explosive growth.

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) Matching
• PTO
• Free Meals
• Employee Referral Program

Summary:

Under the direction of the Production Manager the Machine Operating will perform functions and ensure efficiency & compliance of all duties and responsibilities. Including but not limited to the operation of high-speed packaging equipment, completion of daily production and/or QA paperwork. Ensures work is completed in a safe manner and within the quality parameters established. Other duties may apply.

All employees are responsible to follow all of Nutrition Corp. protocols of Food Safety.

Essential Duties:

• Responsible for safe operation of packaging production line(s) to deliver a product that meets the customers’ expectations. Follows Safety and Quality Assurance rules and procedures
• Perform all jobs safely, efficiently, and accurately to maintain and improve the performance and quality of our products
• Ensure machines are working and are maintained in clean, sanitary conditions. Follow sanitation SSOP’s for cleaning equipment
• Complete troubleshooting steps to resolve machine issues
• Work with Supervisors / Maintenance to keep equipment running with optimal uptime and performance
• Operate and understand packaging equipment and processes
• Observes all OSHA and facility safety rules and regulations including use of personal protective equipment. Identify and report safety issues
• Verify proper tools, equipment, and supplies at the workstation
• Ensures that all packaged product goes through metal detector
• Performs packaging integrity checks and labeling checks
• Follow allergen control procedures
• Complete all required paperwork and documentation accurately and legibly
• Must be able to work around ready to eat food ingredients, packaging and/or finished products known to contain food allergens
• Follow established programs, policies, and practices to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements
• Assures food safety standards with regards to GMPs and HACCP plan are being followed by self and fellow employees
• Perform other duties and assume additional responsibilities as assigned by management
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ensures daily production is ran according to sequence stated in the batch cards
• Participates in job rotation as necessary

Minimum Position Qualifications/Education:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum 3 years Machine Operator experience in a food manufacturing environment
• Basic math skills
• Effective written communication skills, including legibility
• Strong attention to detail Desired Previous Job Experience
• Previous food manufacturing experience
• Ability to work flexible schedule including all shifts and days
• Good communication skills
• Maintain reliable attendance
• Work overtime as needed

Supervisor Responsibility:

None

Work Environment:

While performing the Machine operator duties, the employee will work in a food manufacturing production environment. Constant exposure to cold environment.

Physical Demands:

Ability to stand, crawl, stoop, kneel, bend at the waist, and reach. Lift/push and pull up to 50 lbs. Work in cold/hot environment.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Standard days and schedules are usually Sunday-Saturday.

Days and hours are subject to change depending on Company needs.

Travel

None

Education Preferred, But Not Required:

High School Diploma/G.E. D/Equivalence

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable)

Authorized to work in the USA

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.