1st shift- Peeler

Kent Quality Foods, a family-owned business and an established leader in the food processing industry is now hiring for a 1st Shift Production Operator position at our Leonard Location
! If you are looking for an organization that appreciates you and what you do - look no further.

As a peeler operator, you will help keep production running safely and accurately by verifying product, operating the peeling process, inspecting finished product, and escalating quality concerns. This hands‑on role is a strong fit for someone who follows procedures carefully, works well with others, and takes pride in food quality and safety.

• Verify cart labels, product numbers, and descriptions against the daily production schedule.
• Confirm all labels on each cart match the schedule and one another, and route labels for operator verification.
• Complete required first‑piece inspection signoffs and confirm hinge‑cut setup for certain products.
• Visually inspect product for color consistency, correct size, grease, wrinkles, and other quality concerns.
• Inspect peeled product for peeler cuts, drive‑roller cuts, remaining casing, and other defects.
• Stop production and notify the line operator, QA, supervisor or manager when product or labeling does not match requirements.
• Remove and dispose of cart labels as directed to support accurate production control.

• Ability to work in cold work environment
• Machine setup experience will be helpful
• Standing for 8-12 hours a day
• Accuracy and attention to detail verifying setups and work performed
• Good team working skills and the ability to work alone
• Possess a good understanding of health, safety, and basic hygiene rules
• Repetitive heavy lifting of 50-55 pounds

• Starting Wage,$18.25 +$1.00 attendance bonus every 4 weeks
• Overtime opportunities
• Full benefits (Medical, dental, vision)
• 401k) Plan with Company match
• Outstanding team environment