Cook Room Team Member

SURESTAFF is immediately hiring Cook Room Team Members for a food manufacturing client in Franklin Park, IL. The Cook Room Team Members are primarily responsible in production to operate Cook Room equipment that manufactures food products. This will include the set up and breakdown of the equipment as necessary. They will be responsible for their own safety as well as the safety of their team members. They are to follow instructions from the Plant Manager, Supervisor, or other designee in making up the food products set to meet the customer's specifications. They will ensure the materials and supplies are in correct quantities as well as correct ingredients. If at any time there is a food safety concern, they will communicate this immediately to their supervisor, quality supervisor or manager and stop the process.

SURESTAFF is invested in their team members! All temp-to-hire employees are offered competitive compensation ($19-$25.00/hr) based on performance. As well as a benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).  

Available shifts include:  
1st Shift - 03:00AM to 03:00PM.
2nd Shift - 03:00PM to 03:00AM.
Weekend - Fri, Sat, Sun, 03:00AM to 05:00PM*must have weekend availability in case of overtime is needed*

Responsibilities of the Cook Room Team Members:

• Pasteurize products to the Pasteurized Milk Ordinance (PMO) requirements by the US Department of Health and Food and Drug Administration.
• Keep records according to the PMO requirement.
• Be knowledgeable to respond to recording issues.
• Responsible for sanitation and Operating food processing equipment such as: vat pasteurizer, liquefier, heat exchanger, homogenizer, and fillers, as well as batching or blending of ingredients from recipes or work order formulas.
• Carry out w ork order standard operating procedures and bill of material notes.
• Set up and or changeover of equipment.
• Complete work orders by calculating ingredient weights and adjustments.
• Perform general labor duties related to product processing such as lifting, loading, and packaging.
• Document steps and procedures on actual production tracking form.
• Whatever other miscellaneous steps as asked by your supervisor or manager.
• Any duties assigned by your supervisor or manager.

Required Qualifications of the Cook Room Team Members:
• Minimum of 2 years of previous warehouse experience (mixing/blending/batch)(preferably with a food company)
• Demonstrate good communication skills, problem-solving skills, and sound judgment
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Ability to lift, bend, stand, and walk for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
- High School or GED obtained

About SURESTAFF:
At Surestaff, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast. With an estimated yearly revenue of $295 million, Surestaff was recently named one of the largest staffing firms in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).
We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle. Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us:
    • Access to a wide range of job opportunities  
    • Competitive pay
    • Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP)
    • Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions  
    • Electronic weekly pay
    • Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support  
Surestaff also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer.
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