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  • Overnight Pick Packer (Cold Environment )
    Overnight Pick Packer (Cold Environment )
    13 hours ago
    $17 hourly
    Full-time
    West Bronx, The Bronx

    Job description: Our client , a family-owned Bronx meat supplier, known for hand-selected USDA Prime beef and premium cuts served by top New York steakhouses is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Meat Packaging Associate to join our team. This role focuses on vacuum-sealed meat packaging operations using commercial sealing systems. Location: Bronx , NY Pay $17.00 / HR Shift : 12:00 AM to completion ( Full time )Key Monday to Friday Responsibilities Cryovac Machine Operation • Feed product into vacuum-sealing machines (Multivac R085, VC999), • Monitor vacuum seal integrity and remove/repack defective product, • Trim excess plastic and prepare finished packages, • Run product through shrink tunnel when required, • Maintain steady production flow to avoid bottlenecks or pileups Quality & Food Safety Compliance • Follow sanitation SOPs and equipment safety protocols, • Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), • Prevent cross-contamination and maintain product integrity, • Maintain proper temperature controls (35–40°F environment), • Report equipment or quality issues to leads immediately Production & Team Support • Work collaboratively with fabrication and warehouse teams, • Assist with staging, labeling, and preparation for storage or distribution, • Support end-of-shift cleaning and sanitation procedures Qualifications • Entry-level applicants welcome; previous vacuum packaging or meat processing experience preferred, • Ability to work in wet, refrigerated environments (35–40°F), • Comfortable with repetitive motions and standing for extended periods, • Ability to lift 40–60 lbs, • Strong attention to detail, speed, and teamwork Benefits (Union Position after probation 90 days) • Union representation, • 401(k), • Health insurance, • Dental insurance, • Vision insurance, • Disability insurance, • Paid time off, • Paid sick time, • Employee discount

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  • Prep Supervisor
    Prep Supervisor
    4 days ago
    $22–$24 hourly
    Full-time
    Hunts Point, The Bronx

    Position Summary The Prep Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily prep and batch production operations, ensuring all products are prepared accurately, safely, efficiently, and on schedule. This role supervises daily production execution, team assignments, inventory and par levels, quality control, and production performance. The Prep Production Supervisor is responsible for executing against established operational metrics and escalating issues that may impact product availability, quality, food safety, or production deadlines. This position works closely with the Production Manager and cross-functional teams to ensure production needs are met across all locations. Key Responsibilities Production Planning & Execution • Create and compile daily par sheets to determine current inventory levels and identify prep and batch production needs., • Assign daily prep and production tasks based on par levels, inventory, staffing, and operational priorities., • Create and oversee daily prep and batch production schedules for the current location., • Ensure assigned prep and production tasks are completed accurately and within required timelines., • Maintain appropriate par levels for all batch-produced items in walk-in coolers and storage areas., • Ensure production is completed on time to prevent product shortages and 86s., • Oversee the preparation and fulfillment of production orders for current and upcoming satellite locations., • Monitor production throughout the shift and adjust staffing, assignments, and priorities as operational needs change., • Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, organization, workflow, and capacity., • Escalate production delays, equipment downtime, staffing shortages, inventory issues, or other barriers that may impact production. Performance & Operational Metrics • Monitor daily production performance against established company metrics and targets., • Support execution of the company’s Never 86 standards and proactively identify products at risk of shortage., • Monitor assigned task completion, production completion, assigned completion %, NVA %, and other established production KPIs., • Ensure required production tasks, checks, and documentation are completed accurately and on time., • Identify performance gaps and take corrective action within the Supervisor’s control., • Escalate recurring issues, missed targets, capacity constraints, or other significant performance concerns to the Production Manager., • Hold team members accountable for assigned work, production standards, and completion expectations. Food Quality & Quality Control • Ensure all recipes, prep procedures, portioning standards, and production specifications are consistently followed., • Ensure all products meet company quality standards, food safety requirements, and established QC specifications before release or distribution., • Execute and oversee required quality-control checks throughout production., • Ensure that required QC tasks and checks are completed and accurately documented., • Monitor products for consistency in taste, texture, appearance, portioning, and other established quality standards., • Identify products that do not meet established standards and ensure appropriate corrective action is taken., • Escalate significant or recurring quality concerns to the Production Manager and appropriate departments., • Support continuous improvement of production and QC processes. Food Safety & Sanitation • Ensure all food is prepared, handled, cooled, stored, and transported in accordance with company procedures and applicable food safety requirements., • Ensure proper labeling, dating, storage, rotation, and handling of all prepared and batch-produced products., • Ensure production areas, equipment, and storage areas are maintained in accordance with sanitation and food safety standards., • Monitor employee compliance with food safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene requirements., • Immediately address or escalate food safety concerns. Team Leadership • Assign daily responsibilities and clearly communicate production priorities and expectations to the team., • Monitor employee performance throughout the shift and provide real-time coaching and direction., • Hold team members accountable for productivity, quality, food safety, task completion, and company standards., • Support the training and development of production employees., • Identify staffing, training, or performance concerns and communicate them to the Production Manager., • Maintain an organized, productive, and accountable production environment. Communication & Cross-Functional Coordination • Maintain effective communication with the Production Manager, Shift Managers, Supervisors, and production team regarding daily priorities and operational needs., • Collaborate with relevant departments, including R&D, Procurement, Distribution, and Management, to support efficient production., • Communicate issues related to prep, staffing, inventory, product quality, production capacity, equipment, or deadlines., • Support production planning and fulfillment requirements for satellite locations and company growth initiatives., • Provide clear handoffs and updates regarding incomplete production, shortages, quality concerns, or other issues requiring follow-up. Qualifications • Previous experience in food production, commissary, kitchen, or high-volume food-service operations., • Previous supervisory or team-lead experience preferred., • Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, inventory management, and production procedures., • Ability to read, follow, and enforce standardized recipes and production specifications., • Experience working with production targets, KPIs, or performance metrics preferred., • Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills., • Ability to prioritize production needs and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment., • Strong communication, coaching, and leadership skills., • Comfortable using scheduling, inventory, production-management, and reporting systems., • Ability to identify operational issues, take appropriate corrective action, and escalate when necessary., • Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments.

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  • Sorting & Processing Associate (Garbage Facility) Spanish Speaker
    Sorting & Processing Associate (Garbage Facility) Spanish Speaker
    28 days ago
    $17 hourly
    Full-time
    Port Morris, The Bronx

    Job description: Sorting & Processing Associate (Garbage Facility) — Bronx, NY Pay: $17.00/hour Shifts: • 1st Shift: 6:30 AM until completion Schedule: Full-time About the Role A global recycling company is hiring Sorting & Processing Associates to help separate and process recyclable materials in a fast-paced facility environment. This is hands-on work that requires strong reliability, comfort working around odors, and the ability to stay on your feet for extended periods. Key Responsibilities • Separate and sort recyclable items (including plastic and glass bottles) from debris, • Learn how to identify and classify materials correctly based on product type, • Perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, sweeping, shoveling, and maneuvering materials (under 40 lbs.), • Stand for up to 4 hours at a time, based on shift and break rotations, • Follow all safety rules and wear required PPE at all times (hard hat, gloves, sturdy work boots) Required Qualifications • High tolerance for odors/smell and comfort working around garbage/recycling materials, • Ability to meet physical demands (standing, lifting, bending, sweeping/shoveling), • Ability to work in environments exposed to odors and hot/cold temperatures, • Team-player mindset and dependable attendance Preferred Qualifications (1+ year of experience in one or more of the following) : • Sanitation, • Construction/Demolition, • General labor, • Recycling operations, • Work Environment & Safety, • Facility work environment with exposure to odors and varying temperatures

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  • Brand Ambassador (Street Marketing) – Manhattan & Brooklyn, NY
    Brand Ambassador (Street Marketing) – Manhattan & Brooklyn, NY
    2 months ago
    $23–$24 hourly
    Part-time
    Williamsburg, Brooklyn

    Full job description Brand Ambassador (Street Marketing) – Manhattan & Brooklyn, NY Earn up to $24/hr+ Performance Bonuses Choose Your Own Missions No Experience Needed Looking for a flexible opportunity where you can earn great pay, stay active, and choose when you work? Oppizi is hiring Brand Ambassadors to represent some of the world's leading food delivery and lifestyle brands across Manhattan and Brooklyn. Whether you're a student, freelancer, creator, recent graduate, or simply looking for extra income, we'll provide the training you need to succeed. No previous experience is required. Why Join Oppizi? • Earn up to $24/hour per shift, • Additional performance bonuses available, • Get paid bi-weekly, • Choose the missions that fit your schedule, • Short 3 hour missions, • Morning, lunch, and evening missions available, • Work throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn, • Immediate start opportunities, • Paid training provided, • Build experience in marketing, events, and brand promotions Compensation • $23/hour guaranteed base pay, • $5/hour on time attendance bonus per shift, • Additional performance bonuses available What You'll Do As a Brand Ambassador, you'll represent exciting consumer brands by engaging with the public in high traffic areas throughout New York City. Your responsibilities include: • Distributing promotional materials, • Introducing customers to brand offers and promotions, • Creating positive interactions with the public, • Representing partner brands professionally, • Tracking your mission using the Oppizi mobile app Who We're Looking For We're looking for reliable, energetic people who enjoy being outdoors and interacting with others. Requirements: • Must be at least 18 years old, • Friendly, dependable, and professional, • Comfortable walking and standing during a 3-hour mission, • Own a smartphone with mobile data, • Authorized to work in the United States No experience? No problem. We hire motivated people and provide all the training you'll need. Mission Locations Campaigns are available throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn, with mission opportunities based on your availability and campaign demand. Our Hiring Process Our onboarding is simple and designed to get you working quickly. • Apply., • Download our app and complete your onboarding steps., • Attend a virtual onboarding online (available daily M-F)., • Attend an in person onboarding at our Brooklyn office., • Receive your materials and begin working. Job Details Job Type: Independent Contractor (1099) Compensation: Earn up to $24/hour + Performance Bonuses Mission Length: 3 hours Mission Times: • Morning, • Lunch, • Evening Work Location: In person – Manhattan & Brooklyn, NY Apply today and start earning with Oppizi! Pay: Up to $24.00 per hour Benefits: • Flexible schedule, • Paid training Work Location: In person

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  • Warehouse & General Labor Shifts | Start ASAP, Full time, Flexible
    Warehouse & General Labor Shifts | Start ASAP, Full time, Flexible
    1 month ago
    $17 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Vertex Global compensation: $17/hr employment type: part-time (with full-time potential) job title: Warehouse & General Labor Shifts - Immediate Start Warehouse & General Labor Workers Needed Location: Positions available in Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens & Manhattan Pay: $17/hr starting salary Job Type: Part-time / on-call to start, with full-time potential Overview: Vertex Global is looking for dependable people interested in warehouse, general labor, and light industrial work. This is a good fit if you want to start working quickly, can be available for flexible shifts, and are willing to prove yourself through reliability. Important: This is not guaranteed full-time work at the start. Shifts are based on client needs and may be same-day or next-day. Workers who communicate well, show up on time, and perform well may be considered for more consistent hours or full-time placement. How It Works: We are building a pool of workers who are interested in flexible, short-notice assignments, with the option to pursue full-time work very quickly. If you apply and seem like a fit, we’ll contact you for a quick conversation. During that conversation, we’ll explain the available types of work, what the schedule may look like, and how the standby worker pool works. If you are accepted into the pool, you may be contacted when shifts become available. Reliable workers who accept assignments, show up on time, and do good work may receive more opportunities over time. Types of Work May Include --Warehouse work --Packing and sorting --Loading and unloading --General labor --Cafeteria or food service support --Light industrial assignments --Other entry-level work based on client needs --We’re Looking For People Who Are --Ready to start immediately --Interested in flexible or short-notice work --Able to respond quickly by phone or text --Reliable and on time --Willing to work same-day or next-day assignments when available --Able to follow instructions and work as part of a team --Comfortable standing, moving, and lifting when required by the assignment --Experience is helpful, but not required for every role. Reliability matters most. What You Get: --FAST consideration for available shifts --Flexible work opportunities --Direct communication by phone/text --A chance to build a track record with Vertex --Potential for steadier hours or full-time placement if you prove reliable TO APPLY: reply directly to this posting or text with the following information: 1. Full name, 2. Borough/neighborhood, 3. Best phone number, 4. Type of work you can do, 5. Days and times you are usually available, 6. Whether you can start immediately, 7. Any warehouse, general labor, cafeteria, or light industrial experience If your availability and background look like a fit, we’ll reach out for a quick conversation and explain next steps.

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