Jobs Locations: Cape May, NJ

EHS Intern

May 22nd, 2023 |

Job Summary:

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Intern will provide support to the EHS department by helping with the following tasks:

 

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Enter Safety Data information into Benchmark (EHS Management Software)
  • Assist in the rerecording and editing of our Safety Visitor Video.
  • Assist the HR department with Round Tables.
  • Participate in Safety Committee meetings.
  • Ability to collaborate with team members to achieve functional objectives.
  • Develop skills with hands-on projects and mentorship.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong attention to details
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  • Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn Benchmark Applications

 

Education and Experience:

  • Currently enrolled in college

 

Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Bump cap, hearing protection, hair net, beard net, chemical resistant gloves, slip resistant safety shoes with toe protection, uniform or smock, freezer suit, and safety goggles with face shield, as required.

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up-to 15 pounds at times.
  • Prolonged periods of standing.

Licensed Electrician

March 20th, 2023 |

Essential Duties These duties directly and substantially serve to achieve the purpose of the position.

 

  • Maintain all non-Edison electrical distribution panels, MCC panels, and all push button stations in clean and working order.
  • Maintain and calibrate the retort instrumentation.
  • Troubleshoot and repair motors (480VAC to 24VDC).
  • Troubleshoot and program servo-drives.
  • Troubleshoot and repair control systems, sensors, relays, starters, timers, level controllers, RTD’s, etc.
  • Troubleshoot and repair production and facility equipment electrical and electronic systems.
  • Design and fabricate electrical panels.
  • Install new equipment to current electrical system.
  • Bend and install conduit and run conductors.
  • Responsible for selecting and utilizing the proper tools, and for planning and performing job tasks in a safety and efficient manner.
  • Utilizes Programmable Logic Controllers, computer, drawings, schematics and layouts to perform duties.

 

Other Duties

 

  • Assist with keeping electrical shop clean and orderly.
  • Assist with electrical conservation efforts.
  • Assist with electrical repair of forklifts as needed.
  • Specify and order electrical parts as required.
  • Operates production equipment, forklift, scissor lift, and boom lift/other industrial lifts as needed.
  • Handles basic mechanical work as required.
  • Drives company pick-up truck as necessary.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.
  • Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety rules and Good Manufacturing Practices.

 

 Education/ Expensive/ Skills Required

 

  • Licensed Electrician
  • High School graduate or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 3 years experience as an electrician.
  • Working knowledge of NEC codes, NEMA classifications, grounding, servo drives, frequency drives, AC and DC motors, circuit breakers, fuses, transformers, pushbutton selector switches, contact blocks, relays, timers, solenoid valves, limit switches, proximity sensors, magnetic sensors and photoelectric sensors.
  • Proficient in PLC programming.
  • Ability to use amp/volt/watt meter, megohmmeters, electrical hand tools and wire; ability to solder wire

 

Required Personal Protective Equipment

  • Bump cap, hearing protection, hair net, beard net, eye protection, gloves, proper footwear, uniform or smock.

 

Physical Requirements

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

 

  • Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. This factor is important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion.
  • Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces. This factor is important if the amount and kind of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.
  • Stooping: Bending body downward and forward bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles.
  • Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
  • Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
  • Crawling: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
  • Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
  • Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time.
  • Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances.
  • Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.
  • Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
  • Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires the substantial use of the upper extremities and back muscles.
  • Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole arm as in handling.
  • Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
  • Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
  • Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Includes those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly or quickly.
  • Hearing
  • Vision: Attention to the surroundings when operating a forklift.
  • Repetitive motions: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Degree of physical exertion required for the position.

  • Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects
  • Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects

Environmental conditions the employee will be subject to in this position.

  • Inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes.
  • Outside environmental conditions: No effective protection from weather.
  • Extreme cold: Temperatures below 32 degrees for periods of more than one hour.
  • Extreme heat: Temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour.
  • Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level.
  • Vibration: Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or the whole body.
  • Hazard: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
  • Atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation.
  • Oils: There is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.

Sanitarian

May 24th, 2022 |

Purpose

To provide guidelines to the sanitation shift ensuring that daily plant clean-up and sanitation procedures are conducted in a thorough and timely manner so that quality standards are met, and daily plant start-up proceeds as scheduled

Duties

The duties of this position are those described below. This job description does not state or imply that the duties listed are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management.

Essential Duties

  • Follow procedure to disassemble and clean food processing equipment and related areas on a daily basis
    · Clean in place (CIP) of process piping using regulatory approved alkaline, chlorine, & acid & Quat based chemicals.
    · Knowledge of sanitation chemical concentration
    · Proper handling and application of sanitation chemicals and tools.
    · Use of high pressure hot water for cleaning and rinse down
    · Dispensing and transport of chemicals in 2 ½-5 gallon containers
    · Inspection of own area to insure cleanliness.
    · Perform any cleaning duties in plant or office/restroom areas.(Floors-Strip & Wax, Custodial work, Plant floors)
    · Perform duties per Master Cleaning Schedule which are all plant areas not cleaned on a daily basis as assigned.

Other Duties

  • Forklift operator for unloading clams or any necessary materials delivery as needed.
    · Forklift operator for loading of trucks as needed
    · Helping production, Maintenance and other departments as directed
    · Scrape/Paint walls and equipment as directed.
    · Additional tasks as assigned by Supervisor or lead

Required PPE

Bump cap, Hearing protection, Hair net, beard net, Chemical resistant gloves, Face Shield, Chemical resistant bib pants and rain jacket, Chemical resistant steel toe, slip resistant boots, Face Mask

Quality Assurance Responsibilities

The employee is responsible for complying with the following Plant Operating Procedures: GMP’s, Plant Rules & Regulations, OSHA Regulations

Food Defense Responsibilities

Engage in our “see something say something” Food Defense Program. This will include any necessary training requirements upon hire, then annually. Employee must follow all aspects of the Food Defense plan and have specific training in their area. Responsibilities to include the following.

  • Ensure that there are no chemicals and non-food grade lubricants or physical contaminants in the process areas and report immediately to Supervisor if there is any infraction
    · Ensure that no personal belongings are stored in the process areas and report immediately to Supervisor if there is any infraction
    · Report immediately to Supervisor if there are any suspicious activities
    · Ensure that employees, visitors and contractors, are wearing the Company approved uniform and are following GMP and any other applicable Company policies. Report immediately to Supervisor if there is any infraction
    · Report immediately to Supervisor if there is any unescorted visitor or contractor seen in the process area or on the facility premises.

Training Requirements:

  • General Safety
    · Forklift driving Training
    · GMPs
    · Sanitation SOP Training
    · Chemical Safety Training
    · Chemical application Training
    · SQF-CCP Training
    · SDS Training
    · Food Defense Training
    · Storm water Pollution Prevention
    · Spill Prevention Control, Countermeasure
    · Alchemy Training
    · Safety Training huddle talks

Physical Requirements

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

  • Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. This factor is important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion.
  • Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces. This factor is important if the amount and kind of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.
  • Stooping: Bending body downward and forward bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles.
  • Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
  • Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
  • Crawling: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
  • Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
  • Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time.
  • Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances.
  • Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.
  • Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
  • Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires the substantial use of the upper extremities and back muscles.
  • Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole arm as in handling.
  • Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
  • Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
  • Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Includes those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
  • Hearing: Ability to understand oral communication in a noisy environment.
  • Vision: Clear vision of surroundings when pushing product, and ability to discern product codes. Ability to see in order to work safely around moving equipment
  • Repetitive motions: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Degree of physical exertion required for the position.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects

Environmental conditions the employee will be subject to in this position.

  • Inside environmental conditions:Protection from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes.
  • Outside environmental conditions:No effective protection from weather.
  • Extreme cold:Temperatures below 32 degrees for periods of more than one hour.
  • Extreme heat:Temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour.
  • Hazard:Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.

Education & Skills Required

  • Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend English.
  • High school diploma/ GED preferred

Environmental Health & Safety Manager

May 13th, 2022 |

Purpose

Assist the Cape May GM and Director of Corporate EHS in maintaining and coordinating all plant environmental, health and safety program activities in compliance with the company’s Injury and Illness Prevention Program and any governmental regulations by enforcing agencies such as OSHA, EPA, NFPA, etc.  Help coordinate and track paperwork from workers’ compensation claims and statistics.

Duties

The duties of this position are those described below.  This job description does not state or imply that the duties listed are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position.  Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. 

  • Review, update and implement programs, policies, and procedures to achieve compliance with environmental, health, safety, fire safety, and security regulations in accordance with state and federal laws.
  • Review and update the Hazard Communication Program. Ensure that accurate, current Safety Data Sheets are on file and readily available for all hazardous materials in the facility. Submit all right to know data yearly to the State of NJ.
  • Implement and monitor completion of monthly safety training. Conduct new hire and/or transfer employees (including agency temps) classroom safety orientation training. Maintain all environmental, Health and Safety training records current and organized.
  • Conducting work-related incidents/ accidents investigations, ensuring compliance on Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space Programs, and conduct yearly training.
  • Compile and report statistical data to Director Corporate EHS related to safety and security issues.
  • Regularly keep informed/updated about State and Federal safety or environmental related laws, rules, and regulations affecting the workplace.
  • Conduct workplace inspections to audit physical conditions and safe work practices
  • Assist Director Corporate EHS with developing, updating and maintaining the company’s safety incentive program. Planning and coordinating of safety celebrations, events, or other activities.
  • Lead the monthly safety inspections effort. Notify management and Director Corporate EHS of any necessary corrective actions.  Maintain inspection records, and input safety notifications into the SAP and incident management system for proper tracking.
  • Organizes and conducts monthly Safety Committee meetings & quarterly Safety RoundTable meetings.
  • Recommends changes to work conditions and procedures to improve the work environment and comply with all health and safety regulations.
  • Work with plant personnel to ensure compliance with all operational permits (i.e., water treatment and discharge systems.)
  • Remain current on any environmental regulations. Maintain regulatory agency permits.  Prepare any required reports.
  • Coordinates, monitors, and updates regulatory programs such as Storm Water Prevention, Spill Prevention and Containment, etc.

Other Duties

  • Perform accurate record keeping and gather statistics in compliance with governmental regulations and/or company needs, utilizing company computer and/or manual systems. Includes records of training drills, audit inspections, certifications, procedures, permits, communication with external agencies and any other documents required by governmental regulations.
  • Serve as an additional point-of-contact for external safety and/or environmental auditors/inspectors.  Participate in external audits/inspections in conjunction with the Director Corporate EHS.
  • Assist with contacting vendors to coordinate/arrange outside services related to environmental regulations and/or industrial hygiene, such as audiometric testing, thermographic testing, hazardous waste disposal, water testing, fire protection system services, etc.
  • Generation of weekly and monthly safety reports and forward to Director Corporate EHS for review.
  • Review, and update of written Job Safety Analysis for all positions, as necessary.
  • Periodic review and assessments of Personal Protective Equipment and make any necessary recommendations.
  • Assists with and/or serves as a backup to the HR department for workers compensation claims administration.
  • Translate safety documents from English into Spanish to ensure comprehension by the general workforce.
  • Comply with all company policies and procedures including safety rules and Good Manufacturing Practices.
  • Maintains records and contracts perinate to the Safety department, & coordinates appropriate training (first aid, CPR, AED, work boots orders, etc.). Submits & renews all air, water, health, and associated permits for the facility.
  • Lead the security team and ensure food defense compliance.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required PPE

Bump cap, hearing protection, hair net, beard net, gloves, slip resistant, steel toe shoes, eye protection, and any other PPE.

Food Defense Responsibilities

Engage in our “if you see something, say something” Food Defense Program. This will include any necessary training requirements upon hire, then annually. Employee must follow all aspects of the Food Defense Plan and have specific training in their area. Responsibilities to include the following.

  • Ensure that there are no chemicals and non-food grade lubricants or physical contaminants in the processing areas and report immediately to Supervisor if there is any infraction
  • Ensure that no personal belongings are stored in the processing areas and report immediately to Supervisor if there is any infraction
  • Report immediately to Supervisor if there are any suspicious activities or anything that seems not normal to you.
  • Ensure that employees, visitors, and contractors, are wearing the Company approved uniform and are following GMP and any other applicable Company policies. Report immediately to Supervisor if there is any infraction
  • Report immediately to Supervisor if there is any unescorted visitor or contractor seen in the processing area
  • Conduct food defense Mitigation Strategy Inspection(s) at Actionable Process Steps (upon relevant training), whenever assigned

Quality Assurance Responsibilities

  • Good Manufacturing Procedures
  • Plant Rules and Regulations
  • OSHA Regulations

Physical Requirements

(All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.)

  • Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.  Body agility is emphasized.  This factor is important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion.
  • Stooping: Bending body downward and forward bending spine at the waist.  This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles.
  • Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
  • Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
  • Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
  • Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time.
  • Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances.
  • Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
  • Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole arm as in handling.
  • Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
  • Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
  • Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.  Includes activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
  • Hearing: Ability to hear and comprehend verbal communication.  Requires frequent use of telephone.
  • Vision: Ability to see for frequent use of computer and working safely in a production environment.  Requires attention to detail when inspecting the plant.
  • Repetitive motions: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Degree of physical exertion required for the position

  • Light Work: Exerting up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Environmental conditions the employee will be subject to in this position.  (Check ALL that apply.)

  • Inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes.
  • Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout to be heard above the ambient noise level.
  • Hazard: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.

Education/ Experience/ Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and/or Occupational Health & Safety preferred
  • 5-7 years proven industrial safety experience
  • Prior experience in food manufacturing preferred. Canning facility a plus
  • Proficient knowledge of /OSHA General Industry Safety Orders and accident prevention programs
  • Knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance requirements/procedures
  • Ability to create training materials utilizing various multi-media
  • Experience with LMS and IMS Systems preferred
  • Proficient computer experience (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SAP etc.)
  • Bilingual English/Spanish a plus (able to read, write, and speak fluently in both languages)

 

General Laborer

March 1st, 2021 |

Purpose:

To assist production workers.

 

Duties:

The duties of this position are those described below.  This job description does not state or imply that the duties listed are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position.  Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management.

 

Essential Duties

These duties directly and substantially serve to achieve the purpose of the position.

  • Scale ingredients, transport ingredients
  • Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards
  • Open rejected cans
  • Operate meat dumper equipment, transfer raw materials to batch containers
  • Perform prep work for kitchen
  • Load and unload items from machines, conveyors, and conveyances
  • Operate/use the following equipment as necessary: materials transferred carts, shovels, electric can opener
  • Hand palletize 8-ounce six pack cases, or other cases in the event of a palletizer breakdown

 

Other Duties

  • Assist in other production departments as assigned
  • Company with all company procedures and policies, including safety rules and Good  Manufacturing Practices

 

Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • Bump cap, hearing protection, hair net, beard net, eye protection, gloves, slip resistant, steel toe          shoes, uniform, face shield if welding, back support belt, COVID-19 protection.

 

Physical Requirements:

 All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

  • Climbing, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Hand and finger work, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Vision, Repetitive motions:

 

Degree of physical exertion required for the position. 

  • Heavy Work: Exerting up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects

 

Environmental conditions the employee will be subject to in this position. 

  • Inside & Outside environmental conditions, Extreme cold, Extreme heat, Noise, Vibration, Hazard, Atmospheric conditions (Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation), Oils, Humidity, Respirator (required)

 

Education/Experience/Skills Required

  • High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Ability to read/write, speak and comprehend English and/or Spanish