Company Overview
Here at Hickman’s Family Farms every day is a fresh start. Hickman’s Family Farms is proud to be the freshest egg provider in the Southwest since 1944, but it’s the eggs-traordinary people behind the farm fresh eggs that really make Hickman’s special. We want you and your egg-cellent set of skills to join our community of employees, neighbors and friends in one of the various positions available.
Job Summary:
The Egg Processing Associate is responsible for supporting egg handling, processing, and packaging operations while ensuring product quality, accuracy, and compliance with food safety standards. This role operates in a fast-paced production environment and requires strong attention to detail, awareness, and the ability to maintain efficiency and cleanliness throughout the work area.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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The primary responsibility perform egg handling and processing tasks in accordance with daily production schedules and order requirements.
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Ensure that all eggs being packed are clean and free from damage. Inspect each egg for quality and remove any that are broken or flawed.
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Maintain a clean work area and ensure nothing in the surrounding area contaminates the eggs during packing. Follow all hygiene and safety protocols to prevent contamination of the product.
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Monitor the packing line to ensure it is operating efficiently. If any issues arise, immediately report to the supervisor or manager to address the problem.
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Verify that the date stamps on the cartons are clear, readable, and match the order. Ensure the USDA seal is correct and corresponds with the date of the production run.
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Assist with processing line operations, ensuring equipment and workflow are functioning efficiently and reporting any issues to a supervisor or manager.
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Verify that packaging, labeling, and date coding are accurate, legible, and meet USDA and company requirements.
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Ensure proper product identification, including required stamps and markings, are visible and correct.
Handle and segregate damaged or non-conforming eggs according to established procedures for disposal or reprocessing. -
Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area at all times, including immediate cleanup of spills or product on the floor.
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Support overall production operations and maintain an organized workstation that allows safe and efficient movement.
Qualifications and Requirements:
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Ability to perform repetitive tasks with attention to detail.
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Ability to lift and move cartons of eggs as needed.
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Strong focus on cleanliness and product quality.
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Good communication skills to report issues to supervisors or managers.
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Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
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Must follow safety protocols and be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
Physical Requirements:
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Ability to stand for long periods during shifts.
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Ability to lift cartons of eggs, and bend or stoop to clean up or adjust cartons as necessary.
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Ability to work in a temperature-controlled environment.
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Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds regularly.
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Matching 401(k) plan
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Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
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Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays
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Birthday Day Off
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Hickman's Family Farms and its brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer of all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hickman's Family Farms will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all federal, state, and local ordinances. You are applying for a position with Hickman’s Family Farms that is designated as a Safety Sensitive Position pursuant to A.R.S. §23-493 et seq. You are ineligible for placement in a Safety Sensitive Position if you are engaged in the current use of any drug, whether legal, prescribed by a physician or otherwise, if it could cause an impairment or otherwise decrease or lessen your job performance or ability to perform your job dut