Nutrient Associate, Lead - Second Shift

Nutrient Associate, Lead - Second Shift

At MegaFood our mission is to Grow a Healthier World.

Together with our trusted farm partners, we are a force for good. From creating premium products with radical transparency, to committing to organic and regenerative agriculture, we are nourishing our world from the roots by filling nutritional gaps and revolutionizing a broken farming system.

As a B Corporation, we’re also cultivating a community of transparent suppliers, working to enable a thriving workforce, and supporting businesses, communities, and programs that share these same goals and values. All for a healthier, more sustainable and more resilient future.

That’s Nutrition with Ambition™. Are you ready to join us?

Purpose

Operate equipment and perform tasks that support the various business needs in Nutrient manufacturing. This may vary and includes (but is not limited to) completing builds, weighing, adding, mixing, blending ingredients, completing analytical testing (with training), operating equipment such as pumps, mixers, agitators, shear mills, valves dryers, as well as cleaning and changeover tasks associated with production of products in a FDA regulated facility.

Lead

At this level, incumbents perform the full range of duties as assigned, under sometimes no supervision,, while exercising discretion and independent judgment within established guidelines.  This level operates with a high level of autonomy and is considered the subject matter expert for the jobs and tasks within the Manufacturing Department.   They are responsible for leading a small team of other associates and directing work for others within the department.

Essential function

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following. Incumbents at any level in the job series perform the same or similar tasks.

• Following work instructions and blending procedures exactly in the production of nutrients.
• Identifying and verifying materials and lot numbers and ingredients to be used in the production of finished goods.
• Weighing of all materials needed, checking all materials and weights. 
• Completing paperwork and following good manufacturing documentation practices.
• Operation of blending and material handling equipment including, but not limited to: loading/unloading of mixers, blenders, tanks, connection, setup, and cleaning of tanks, pumps, agitators, dryers.
• Operation of drying equipment as per established procedures.
• Operation of a forklift (mount & dismount) & operation electric power jack.
• Completion of basic quality tests, following established procedures.
• Completion of cleaning tasks, including use of chemicals, hoses, foamers, etc.
• Setup and testing of process piping, including installing gaskets, hoses, clamps.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, percentages).
• Must be able to identify all material used (reading in English).
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. of raw material.
• Must be able to push cones of raw materials over 330 lbs.
• Must be able to stand long periods of time.
• Consistently promotes and maintains a harmonious/productive team effort.
• Contributes to the department team effort by helping the team achieve the results needed.
• Reports to work on a daily basis to meet customer and production goals, as well as, comply with company attendance policy.
• Requires medium to heavy work, including continuous physical exertion such as frequent bending, lifting or climbing up ladders and stairs.

Required qualifications

HS Diploma or equivalent

1 year of related work experience

Physical demands and working environment

Safety sensitive position 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:

We aspire to nurture a culture of inclusion that enables and encourages all of our employees to thrive. Here are a few ways we do that:

• Eligibility for our benefits on your first day of employment
• Paid time off to pursue your passion through our volunteer program
• Annual wellness reimbursement, fitness challenges and lots more to keep you healthy!
• Generous time off programs including vacation and personal time and paid parental leave
• Opportunity to work with passionate people, who care about our mission and each other!

At MegaFood, we believe all employees are here to lead. Our Leadership Capabilities reflect what we value most in our leaders and highlight what we can expect from each other. 

Lead with a Growth Mindset 

We continuously improve and innovate. We are proactive, agile and flexible. We drive results.

Act like an Owner 

We are accountable, invested in our mission, and pursue results with passion and tenacity. 

Collaborate to win as a team

We are curious and value diverse perspectives. We seek to understand first, and communicate with candor and respect.

Develop ourselves and others (people leaders)

We coach and inspire our teams to extraordinary performance. We celebrate individual and team accomplishments, learn from our failures and seek to continuously improve. 

MegaFood is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, inclusion and belonging. The collective sum of our individual differences, knowledge, life experiences, and unique talents, represents a significant part of our culture and is the foundation for our accomplishments and impact.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local law. We strive to create a supportive community where we all are comfortable and confident to be authentic, open and curious.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of disability for any part of the employment process, please send an email to careers@megafood.com or call 603-216-6473 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.