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Rich's, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich's is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich's®-Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

Purpose Statement

The Mixer II is responsible for defining, clarifying and enhancing the procedures for mixing dough in compliance with Quality Standards and Rich's Policies.

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

• To produce a wholesome product that is free from any possible contamination, in compliance with Rich's Quality Standards and Specifications.
• Ensures that all required documentation for production records is completed according to Rich's policies.
• Makes Safety a first priority, while carrying out daily responsibilities. Reports any unsafe acts of conditions to immediate superior
• Inspects equipment prior to starting to mix to ensure that it is in working condition and free of any foreign material.
• Procures Product Specifications and Formulas or products to be run, according to the schedule.
• Request ingredients necessary to produce required product quantity.
• Inspects raw material to ensure that it is fit to be used, according to Quality Standards. Informs supervision of any found deviation.
• Operates assigned equipment according to SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures)
• Fills up all required documentation related to Quality records
• Communicates with Die Cut Operator regarding dough performance
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment. Inform upper management of any problems that cannot be solved in a timely manner.

• High school graduate or equivalent (GED preferred)
• Food manufacturing experience a plus
• Strong math skills
• Speak, read and write English (Spanish a plus)
• Basic computer skills
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to operate machinery and equipment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to document and measure results
• Teamwork building skills
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices
• Ability to follow procedures

• Competitive compensation
• Health & financial benefits
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Family planning support
• Flexible work policy
• Associate resource groups
• Volunteering & community impact opportunities
• Holiday gatherings
• In-house taste tests (we are a food company after all)!

Ken's Foods is currently seeking a Buyer to join our corporate headquarters in Marlborough, Massachusetts. This full-time, onsite role involves collaborating closely with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of ingredients essential for production in our Las Vegas Facility. The position emphasizes issue resolution, cross-functional teamwork, and supplier performance oversight.Ken's Foods has food manufacturing facilities in in Marlborough, MA; McDonough, GA; Lebanon, IN; and Las Vegas, NV. If you are looking for an opportunity within a dynamic organization, where you will make an impact, then Ken's could be the right place for you!Some of the duties and responsibilities include:Responsible for replenishment of materials, building trucks from various supplier locations, while monitoring lead times, order quantities, storage requirements, and shelf life (as applicable)Determine appropriate order quantities to balance demand and financial resources (i.e. available warehouse footprint)Manage and oversee reverse logistics with cross-functional business partners in the event of a material issueEnsure that volume, pricing, delivery terms and conditions are followed, including accurate freight costsBe adept at crisis management and have excellent multi-tasking skills when issues arise involving any materials used in productionInitiate and facilitate Supplier Business reviews to drive improvement and manage SuppliersProvide input into the strategic sourcing process (including document collection, regulatory, sample review, financial audit, etc.) and make recommendations, partnering with the Sourcing teamInterface with cross-functional Business Partners to drive value across the organizationREQUIREMENTSAbility to work 100% on site in Marlborough, MAFour-year degree in related field preferredAbility to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writingAbility to set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced and changing environmentAbility to establish cross-functional, collaborative relationships with business partners, with a focus on Plant PersonnelProficiency in managing supplier performance and being capable of driving continuous improvement with existing suppliers and Ken's Foods' PlantsAbility to effectively mentor/coach Purchasing Coordinators within Ken's FoodsPurchasing experience in Food manufacturing a plusSyspro or other ERP experience a plusEmployment with Ken's Foods is contingent upon successful completion of a drug test, background screening, and pre-employment assessment. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Ken's Foods is currently seeking a Buyer to join our corporate headquarters in Marlborough, Massachusetts. This full-time, onsite role involves collaborating closely with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of ingredients essential for production in our Las Vegas Facility. The position emphasizes issue resolution, cross-functional teamwork, and supplier performance oversight.

Ken's Foods has food manufacturing facilities in in Marlborough, MA; McDonough, GA; Lebanon, IN; and Las Vegas, NV. If you are looking for an opportunity within a dynamic organization, where you will make an impact, then Ken's could be the right place for you!

Some of the duties and responsibilities include:

• Responsible for replenishment of materials, building trucks from various supplier locations, while monitoring lead times, order quantities, storage requirements, and shelf life (as applicable)
• Determine appropriate order quantities to balance demand and financial resources (i.e. available warehouse footprint)

• Manage and oversee reverse logistics with cross-functional business partners in the event of a material issue
• Ensure that volume, pricing, delivery terms and conditions are followed, including accurate freight costs
• Be adept at crisis management and have excellent multi-tasking skills when issues arise involving any materials used in production
• Initiate and facilitate Supplier Business reviews to drive improvement and manage Suppliers

• Provide input into the strategic sourcing process (including document collection, regulatory, sample review, financial audit, etc.) and make recommendations, partnering with the Sourcing team

• Interface with cross-functional Business Partners to drive value across the organization

• Ability to work 100% on site in Marlborough, MA
• Four-year degree in related field preferred
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced and changing environment
• Ability to establish cross-functional, collaborative relationships with business partners, with a focus on Plant Personnel
• Proficiency in managing supplier performance and being capable of driving continuous improvement with existing suppliers and Ken's Foods' Plants
• Ability to effectively mentor/coach Purchasing Coordinators within Ken's Foods
• Purchasing experience in Food manufacturing a plus
• Syspro or other ERP experience a plus

We're Tovala, a food-tech company reinventing home cooking to save consumers time. Through an innovative combination of hardware, software, and fresh food delivery, we make it incredibly simple for anyone to prepare and enjoy delicious, home-cooked meals without sacrificing time to do whatever matters to them. Through our superior technology, product experience and food quality, we have separated Tovala from the busy pack of other meal delivery businesses. In the process, we've amassed a loyal, rapidly growing following and our retention, product engagement and customer NPS are all best-in-class. We've raised over $100mm from great investors like Left Lane Capital, Origin Ventures, Y Combinator and Comcast Ventures and have invested strongly in building a unique culture that fosters growth, personal development and camaraderie.Position SummaryAs an Assembler on Tovala's food production team, you will be involved in our food preparation and packing operations. This includes portioning and packaging our food products. Additionally, you will prepare our packaging inventory and perform duties on our packing line to assemble our meals for shipping to customers.Location: 5041 W 2400 S Suite 500, West Valley City, UTSchedule: Monday, Wednesday through Saturday 6:00 am-4:00 pm orMonday, Tuesday, Thursday through Saturday 6:00 am-4:00 pm How you'll spend your time at TovalaPortioning veggies, grains, spices, and sauces, into small plastic bags of corresponding containersInspecting food products for qualityMaking small cardboard boxesPacking products into boxesInsulating shipping boxesLabeling finished products for shippingMaintaining a clean and safe work environmentWorking with the team to meet daily production goalsPhysical DemandsStanding and/or walking up to 8+ hours per day in a cold environment (39 degrees F)Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling up to 50 pounds frequentlyUse of hands and fingers for fine manipulationVision for machine operation and food handlingHearingWear personal protective equipment for food safetyCompetenciesAbility to follow written or verbal instructionsAbility to weigh, measure, or otherwise portion foodBasic arithmeticRequirementsHigh school diploma or GED preferredPrevious food or other manufacturing experience preferred$8.50 - 18.50 an hourThe values we hold dearPut the team firstWe put what is best for the broader team ahead of what is best for ourselves or our immediate department. Get s#!t done (well)We celebrate people at all levels for delivering high impact work that expands the bounds of what we're able to do.Connect the dotsWe engage with curiosity to learn how our work impacts others so that we can problem-solve holistically and work collaboratively.Be DirectWe share our perspective openly and directly, even when it feels difficult to do so.Embrace the obstaclesWe rise to meet challenges with a sense of urgency, resolve, and optimism.Champion the customerWe consider and prioritize our customer in all of our decisions At Tovala we're committed to building a workplace that represents a variety of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Everyone is welcome here!

We're Tovala, a food-tech company reinventing home cooking to save consumers time. Through an innovative combination of hardware, software, and fresh food delivery, we make it incredibly simple for anyone to prepare and enjoy delicious, home-cooked meals without sacrificing time to do whatever matters to them. Through our superior technology, product experience and food quality, we have separated Tovala from the busy pack of other meal delivery businesses. In the process, we've amassed a loyal, rapidly growing following and our retention, product engagement and customer NPS are all best-in-class. We've raised over $100mm from great investors like Left Lane Capital, Origin Ventures, Y Combinator and Comcast Ventures and have invested strongly in building a unique culture that fosters growth, personal development and camaraderie.

Position Summary

As an Assembler on Tovala's food production team, you will be involved in our food preparation and packing operations. This includes portioning and packaging our food products. Additionally, you will prepare our packaging inventory and perform duties on our packing line to assemble our meals for shipping to customers.

Location:

5041 W 2400 S Suite 500, West Valley City, UT

Schedule:

Monday, Wednesday through Saturday 6:00 am-4:00 pm

or

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday through Saturday 6:00 am-4:00 pm

How you'll spend your time at Tovala

• Portioning veggies, grains, spices, and sauces, into small plastic bags of corresponding containers
• Inspecting food products for quality
• Making small cardboard boxes
• Packing products into boxesInsulating shipping boxes
• Labeling finished products for shipping
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
• Working with the team to meet daily production goals


Physical Demands

• Standing and/or walking up to 8+ hours per day in a cold environment (39 degrees F)
• Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling up to 50 pounds frequently
• Use of hands and fingers for fine manipulation
• Vision for machine operation and food handling
• Hearing
• Wear personal protective equipment for food safety


Competencies

• Ability to follow written or verbal instructions
• Ability to weigh, measure, or otherwise portion food
• Basic arithmetic

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Previous food or other manufacturing experience preferred

• Must be bilingual Spanish and English to be considered

• Work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Perform well under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining confidentiality.
• Interact comfortably with personnel at all organizational levels.
• Ensure accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks, and continuously seek to improve quality and efficiency.
• Set both strategic and tactical direction to plan, schedule, and control maintenance processes, ensuring alignment with customer needs. This includes managing repairs, preventative maintenance, machine fabrication, installation, and tool modifications.
• Provide leadership and technical expertise to ensure adherence to existing procedures while driving continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement methods and procedures that enhance operations, reduce operating costs, and maximize the use of labor and materials.
• Collaborate with management to review new product plans and discuss equipment requirements.
• Establish spare parts inventory for new and existing equipment.
• Foster a safe work environment by regularly auditing areas for hazards and promoting safe work habits among the team.
• Understand, promote, and enforce company philosophies and policies.
• Undertake other duties as assigned.

• Gather data to assess current work processes, including work flow, time requirements, costs, and durations.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve productivity and efficiency across various work processes.
• Apply industrial problem-solving techniques to evaluate improvements in recommended strategies and programs.
• Instruct others in continuous process improvements using problem-solving techniques like process mapping and cost-time management.
• Lead change initiatives and assist in the implementation of business strategies.
• Manage cross-functional projects to improve operations by reducing errors, waste, and defects in manufacturing.
• Formalize the PM program, ensuring that tasks, frequency, time budgets, and materials are defined to minimize downtime and ensure product quality.
• Optimize downtime by scheduling PMs during production days whenever possible.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date PM records.
• Schedule and assign daily tasks to shift mechanics.
• Order and track parts necessary for PMs and projects.
• Review the work performed and documentation by mechanics to ensure adherence to GMP standards.

• Perform daily facility inspections to identify issues requiring attention from the department.
• Manage the work order system, including: - Generating and receiving work orders (WO) - Logging WO - Assigning labor resources for WO completion - Verifying WO completion and documentation
• Report WO status regularly to the Manager.

• Collaborate with supervisors, inventory control, and department managers to: - Obtain quotes - Issue purchase orders (POs) - Schedule projects, contractors, and deliveries - Monitor progress and troubleshoot any issues - Confirm project completion and approve invoices for external services, equipment, and parts.

• Coordinate technician training programs, including new hire orientations, external vendor training, and internal training initiatives.
• Ensure stock room organization on each shift. 19. Maintain a critical parts inventory and ensure accurate inventory levels.
• Assist in special projects as needed to ensure high-quality production and company success.
• Fill in for the Maintenance Shift Supervisor when necessary.
• Send periodic reports of PM/WO completion and downtime.

• Minimum of five years' experience in a similar role (baking experience preferred).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and capable of managing tasks with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and sound judgment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Extensive experience with preventative maintenance systems is strongly preferred.
• Lean or Six Sigma certifications are a plus.

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• Must be bilingual Spanish and English to be considered

• Work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Perform well under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining confidentiality.
• Interact comfortably with personnel at all organizational levels.
• Ensure accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks, and continuously seek to improve quality and efficiency.
• Set both strategic and tactical direction to plan, schedule, and control maintenance processes, ensuring alignment with customer needs. This includes managing repairs, preventative maintenance, machine fabrication, installation, and tool modifications.
• Provide leadership and technical expertise to ensure adherence to existing procedures while driving continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement methods and procedures that enhance operations, reduce operating costs, and maximize the use of labor and materials.
• Collaborate with management to review new product plans and discuss equipment requirements.
• Establish spare parts inventory for new and existing equipment.
• Foster a safe work environment by regularly auditing areas for hazards and promoting safe work habits among the team.
• Understand, promote, and enforce company philosophies and policies.
• Undertake other duties as assigned.

• Gather data to assess current work processes, including work flow, time requirements, costs, and durations.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve productivity and efficiency across various work processes.
• Apply industrial problem-solving techniques to evaluate improvements in recommended strategies and programs.
• Instruct others in continuous process improvements using problem-solving techniques like process mapping and cost-time management.
• Lead change initiatives and assist in the implementation of business strategies.
• Manage cross-functional projects to improve operations by reducing errors, waste, and defects in manufacturing.
• Formalize the PM program, ensuring that tasks, frequency, time budgets, and materials are defined to minimize downtime and ensure product quality.
• Optimize downtime by scheduling PMs during production days whenever possible.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date PM records.
• Schedule and assign daily tasks to shift mechanics.
• Order and track parts necessary for PMs and projects.
• Review the work performed and documentation by mechanics to ensure adherence to GMP standards.

• Perform daily facility inspections to identify issues requiring attention from the department.
• Manage the work order system, including: - Generating and receiving work orders (WO) - Logging WO - Assigning labor resources for WO completion - Verifying WO completion and documentation
• Report WO status regularly to the Manager.

• Collaborate with supervisors, inventory control, and department managers to: - Obtain quotes - Issue purchase orders (POs) - Schedule projects, contractors, and deliveries - Monitor progress and troubleshoot any issues - Confirm project completion and approve invoices for external services, equipment, and parts.

• Coordinate technician training programs, including new hire orientations, external vendor training, and internal training initiatives.
• Ensure stock room organization on each shift. 19. Maintain a critical parts inventory and ensure accurate inventory levels.
• Assist in special projects as needed to ensure high-quality production and company success.
• Fill in for the Maintenance Shift Supervisor when necessary.
• Send periodic reports of PM/WO completion and downtime.

• Minimum of five years' experience in a similar role (baking experience preferred).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and capable of managing tasks with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and sound judgment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Extensive experience with preventative maintenance systems is strongly preferred.
• Lean or Six Sigma certifications are a plus.

**Pay Rate:** $19.00/hour **Shift:** 5:00 PM - 3:30 AM, Monday to Friday

Our client in Bellingham, WA is seeking hardworking and motivated individuals to join their Sanitation Team. This role involves using high-powered pressure washers to clean and sanitize the production areas of the plant. It is physically demanding work, and you will be required to wear full rain gear.

What's in it for You:

• Competitive pay rate of $19.00 per hour
• Paid training
• Full-time hours with steady work and overtime opportunities
• Clean and safe work environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean and sanitize production areas using high-powered pressure washers
• Maintain a positive, can-do attitude

Why Choose Manpower:

• Free training to upgrade your skills, including a free college tuition program
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401k
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• 24/7 Manpower customer care support
• Dedicated Career Partner to help you achieve your career goals
• Voted #1 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor in 2021

ManpowerGroup recognizes the importance of providing an accessible and barrier-free environment. We are committed to creating a welcoming, fair and inclusive environment by offering equal opportunity to access our services. At ManpowerGroup, we are committed to providing accommodations, and will work with you to meet your needs. Our client in Bellingham, WA is looking for hardworking, motivated talent to join their Sanitation Team ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.