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RTE Provisioner

Company:
E. A. Sween Company
Location:
Hodges, SC, 29653
Posted:
May 23, 2025
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Description:

Who We Are

Since 1955, we have been on a mission To Passionately Feed Millions Daily with High Quality Food People Enjoy! We are a third-generation family-owned and professionally managed organization with a commitment to strategic growth. We continue to be successful because of talented people, just like you, who choose to join our family and call E.A. Sween home. We pride ourselves on fostering a welcoming, respectful, and rewarding culture where employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work each and every day. At E.A. Sween, our team members are seen, heard, and appreciated not just for what they do, but for who they are. We hope you'll join us!

First Shift Position: Monday - Thursday 5am - 4:15pm. Starting pay is $19.50 per hour.

E.A. Sween is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability

What We're Seeking

Responsible for supplying the production line in a timely manner with the correct raw materials needed to produce sandwiches according to recipe. Effectively communicate with the prep room team regarding the proper amount of materials needed for the run to minimize waste.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

General

Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure food safety and integrity.

Always follow safety protocols and use designated Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in required areas.

Follow additional tasks as assigned by Production Supervisor or Lead.

Collaborate, communicate, and learn from people with different backgrounds, cultures, abilities, languages, or perspectives.

Leadership

Support the Spirit, Purpose and Vision of EA Sween Company.

Assist in providing a friendly positive work environment.

Cost (Continuous Improvement)

Contribute to process improvements; participate in any lean events.

Production

All products are to be produced to recipe specification, using standard work as a guideline on how to perform each position on the line.

Work with Line Controller to set up lines before shift, during breaks and as otherwise noted.

Before each production run, the Provisioner relies on the Line Controller to provide information regarding the raw materials needed and relies on the Carry Over Specialist or the Line Controller for verification sign off.

Properly load/unload raw material in designated slicer, making sure to wear PPE at all times.

Must make sure that all meat and cheese is to specifications. For example, if you notice the cheese/meat is too thin or too heavy, must make the adjustment to the correct recipe weight.

Properly operate the globe slicer by cutting the butt ends off each log of meat and cheese. Once the meat is sliced, using the scale and the recipe weigh out the amount needed for each sandwich.

Ensure adequate quantities of products are delivered to the line in a timely manner and they meet recipe specifications.

Proper operation of slicing equipment.

Execute assigned food safety, quality and continuous improvement activities to support SQF requirements, regulatory requirements and customer's requirements.

Inspect product and promptly report any questionable product to Quality or Production supervisor or Lead before transporting product to the production line.

Equipment & PPE

Trays

Buckets/Bins

Scissors & Ruler

Carts

Globe slicers, Double Toby, Titan & Weber for slicing meat & cheese

Depositors for salads & sauces

Miscellaneous slicing equipment

Stainless steel mesh gloves

Cut resistant gloves

Ear plugs

What You'll Need (Qualifications)

Required

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Previous assembly work and knowledge of GMP

Must be meeting or exceeding standards in current production position for a minimum of 3 months (for internal applicants)

Able to effectively communicate in English

Able to lift 50 lbs continuously

Able to work well with others and have a teamwork mindset; communicate effectively as possible

Able to maintain a good attendance record

Able to keep work area clean, safe and organized

Based on production schedule and assigned shift, must be able to stand for 10-12.5 hrs in cool/cold temperatures.

Preferred

Previous food related experience

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Able to bend, turn, push, pull meat carts weighing 300 lbs frequently

Able to work in cool conditions, 35-40 degrees continuously

Able to lift 50 lbs occasionally

Able to reach overhead occasionally

Able to be on feet continuously

Able to move about safely and keep up with manufacturing speeds continuously

How You'll Find Success at EAS

Value People Most of All: Show respect & care, embrace diversity, and empower others.

Commit to Safety Everyday: See something say something do something, practice safe behavior, and celebrate safety success.

Invest in Our Company to Thrive: Share ideas to improve, learn & grow, and embrace change.

Think Before Doing And Act Decisively: Make thoughtful decisions, work together to find solutions, and do what's right.

Welcome Constructive Straight Talk: Be honest and respectful even when difficult, be open to ideas and feedback, and ask questions to understand.

Serve Up Exceptional Experiences: Provide value to customers, take pride in your work, and help others to be successful.

Enjoy What You Do!: Have a positive attitude, Live the Spirit of E.A. Sween, and celebrate success.

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