Information Technology Jobs in Pequannock

Job Overview:

The Security Project Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing large-scale security projects, including the deployment of integrated security systems, surveillance, access control, and cybersecurity solutions. This role demands a deep understanding of security technologies, excellent project management skills, and the ability to manage multiple high-stake projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Execution:

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of security projects, ensuring they meet client requirements, budget, and timelines.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, scheduling, and risk management.

Client Relationship Management:

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
• Communicate effectively with clients, providing regular updates and managing expectations throughout the project lifecycle.

Technical Oversight:

• Provide technical leadership and guidance on security system design, implementation, and integration.
• Ensure projects adhere to industry standards, best practices, and regulatory compliance.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead and mentor project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.
• Oversee the work of project managers, coordinators, technicians, and subcontractors.

Financial Management:

• Manage project budgets, including tracking expenses, forecasting costs, and ensuring profitability.
• Approve purchase orders and invoices related to project materials and services.

Quality Assurance and Risk Management:

• Implement quality control procedures to ensure the highest standards of work.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, resolving issues as they arise.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and comprehensive project documentation and records.
• Provide regular project reports and status updates to senior management and stakeholders.

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• Sorting, and receiving specimens in the department.
  
• Performs routine instrument maintenance on some equipment.
  
• Performs laboratory tasks of centrifuging specimens, printing extra labels, recording data (temperature charts) specimen storage and retrieval.
  
• Preparing reagents and or media in the department.
  
• Preparing specimens at workstations for testing. (Including building worklists, aliquoting specimens into sample cups, checking specimens for clots and fibrin, inoculation, slide preparation)
  
• Performs QA/QC duties as assigned.
  
• Resolves pending lists.
  
• Finds missing samples.
  
• Decontaminates work areas.
  
• Performs weekly radioactive wipe tests.
  
• Maintains files for department records.
  
• Changes gas cylinders.
  
• Follows all PPE requirements and all safety regulations.
  
• Uses the laboratory computer system as well as operates PCs.
  
• Disposes of biohazardous material.
  
• Completes training and competency checklists as appropriate.
  
• This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of the work performed by this position.
  

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• High school diploma or equivalent.
  
• Medical assistant training helpful.
  
• Math and science courses preferred.
  

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• Must have the ability to establish work priorities and to handle several tasks for maximum workstation efficiency.
  
• Must be able to retain information once learned.
  
• Must interact with other coworkers, internal and external customers with courtesy and respect.
  
• Key Word Search: laboratory, medical
  

Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier, healthier lives, with love for nature. Together, with our customers, we deliver food innovations, craft inspired fragrances and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions. There's much to learn and many to learn from, with more than 16,000 employees around the world to explore ideas and ambitions with.

In the USA, we develop, market and produce a wide array of solutions from our 25 most innovative sites, based across the country. Stretch your skills, create and get inspiration from passionate colleagues. Every day, your energy, your thirst for knowledge, and your creativity will shape our future, making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature.

Passion, expertise, and flair are how we describe our fragrance and beauty business. The artistry of our perfumers encompasses a myriad of passionate scented stories for brands everywhere. Our collections of beauty innovations push industry limits by inspiring and empowering customers with tailored products to enhance their wellbeing.

Our network of perfumers, fragrance evaluators, marketing, and technical experts develop exquisitely scented personal care products that enhance each moment of the day. The best personal care products create a special relationship with consumers, delivering pleasure and reassurance and functional benefits. With its unique power to evoke different emotions, fragrance plays a necessary role in successful self-care solutions.

Reporting to the Category Director, you will project manage by collaborating with Perfumers and our creative centers. You will interpret marketing knowledge and use your technical expertise to assist customers in developing olfactory strategies to affect our role within the industry.

This role is onsite in our Ridgedale Offices located in East Hanover NJ. We offer 1 day from home and flexible working schedules.

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• Fragrance Development - Develop olfactory strategy for clients, market, category, and guide Perfumery teams. Manage/execute multiple complex briefs and develop or select fragrances according to the given brief guidelines. Define fragrances to be tested and coordinate with Consumer Marketing Insights (CMI) team. Translate consumer insights results into olfactory guidelines for perfumers. Work with lab on testing product stability. Understand the Best Practices to influence efficiency improvement opportunities.
  

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• Collaboration and Influence - Partner with other regional creative centers to complete project assignments. Conduct customer presentations/interactions. Participate in olfactory analysis of new products to identify interesting notes for creative development. Develop new fragrances with Perfumers. Manage fast and efficient selection of fragrances for activation projects from oil or blind.
  

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• Industry Curiosity Marketing - Anticipate market tastes; work with marketing colleagues on proactive concept generation. Write olfactory summaries of a region/market and customer for knowledge-building and sharing. Demonstrate track records of new wins. Build and curate the best-in-class fragrance collection, responding to gap analysis, market needs, market trends and incorporating our technologies.
  

You?

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• University Degree relevant to industry/position
  
• 7+ years' functional/technical experience in industry
  
• Manage multiple and complex evaluation projects
  
• Knowledge of Perfumers' themes and collections
  
• Experience dissecting a fragrance, offer intuitive and creative ideas within the project's scope
  
• Broad knowledge of the market dynamics and olfactory trends
  
• Opportunistic mindset - able to balance speed of response and fragrance quality
  

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, tuition reimbursement, family leave, and a high matching 401k plan

Job Title and Base Salary are partly determined by education and experience and our compensation program guidelines. Target pay is $130k - $160k per year.

#LI-Onsite

At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people's lives.
You work within an inspiring teamwork culture - where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
Every essence of you enriches our world.
Diversity of perspectives fuels innovation and fosters deeper connections with our employees, customers, and partners. At Givaudan, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment where every individual's voice is valued and has the power to shape our world. Join us in making a difference together.

Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier, healthier lives, with love for nature. Together, with our customers, we deliver food innovations, craft inspired fragrances and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions. There's much to learn and many to learn from, with more than 16,000 employees around the world to explore ideas and ambitions with.

In the USA, we develop, market and produce a wide array of solutions from our 25 most innovative sites, based across the country. Stretch your skills, create and get inspiration from passionate colleagues. Every day, your energy, your thirst for knowledge, and your creativity will shape our future, making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature.

We bring together creativity and science for consumer products that are all connected through a powerful web of technical capabilities. By combining our inventiveness and insights with the latest technologies, we always challenge ourselves to push boundaries and explore new ideas. This helps our diverse customers to develop refreshing, reliable, and recognizable products that brighten up everyday moments. As consumer needs are constantly evolving, our imagination comes together to bring fresh new fragrant ideas for every market.

As the Regional Account Manager for a major account in North America (NOAM), you will manage a crucial part of our business and lead the NOAM commercial team. You will be onsite, based in East Hanover, NJ. As a part of a Global Team, you will report to the World Account Manager who is based in Argenteuil, France. It is a leadership role, and you will join the North America Management Committee.

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• Commercial Leadership: Implement the global account strategy and develop a solid strategy for North America. Build, communicate, review, and monitor strategic plans, sales, profit forecasts, and budget. Grow Givaudan business worldwide, with regional responsibility, by managing top and bottom lines. Ensure we are positioned as the supplier of choice to participate in the customer's core list and targeted briefs. Manage the activity and the performance of the regional supply chain in close collaboration with operations. Further build and use fruitful connections with Fine Fragrance and Active Beauty Teams.
  

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• Customer Influence: Develop an understanding of our customer's organization, including main decision makers, and develop relationships with multiple levels of management. Establish and maintain relationships throughout the company internally to ensure the best results are achieved while working as a cohesive team.
  

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• Team Partner: Establish the appropriate regional structure to increase the account coverage, aligned with the customer's organization. Manage the activity and performance of the team under your direct responsibility. Lead and motivate the sales team to exceed customer expectations. Develop the team and prepare them for their future career moves. Work with Givaudan management on talent development and succession planning.
  

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• University degree in applicable discipline. Advanced Degree helpful
  
• 10+ years' major account experience
  
• Experience working internationally, across categories, brands, and geographies
  
• Experience facilitating senior strategic relationships between Givaudan and customer/customer decision-makers at assigned accounts
  
• Experience leading and motivating a high-achieving team
  
• Competence in olfactive skills
  

Benefits include Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, Family Leave and a High Matching 401k

Education and experience partly determine Job Title and Base Salary, and our compensation program guidelines determine them. Target pay is $187k - $200k

#LI-Onsite

At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people's lives.
You work within an inspiring teamwork culture - where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
Every essence of you enriches our world.
Diversity of perspectives fuels innovation and fosters deeper connections with our employees, customers, and partners. At Givaudan, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment where every individual's voice is valued and has the power to shape our world. Join us in making a difference together.

About Chiral Photonics

Chiral Photonics is a fast-growing photonics manufacturing company enabling next-generation optical connectivity. We specialize in high-precision fiber-optic components and assemblies that support advanced data center, AI, and communications infrastructure. As we scale production, we are building strong operational foundations rooted in standard work, quality, and continuous improvement.

Role Overview

The Operations Project Manager sits at the intersection of production planning and project/program management and plays a critical role in translating customer demand, business strategy, and operational capabilities into executable plans.

This role is responsible for:

• Production Forecasting and Capacity Planning (~40%) — Developing and maintaining production forecasts and capacity plans to ensure the organization has the right people, stations, and sequencing in place to meet customer demand.
• Portfolio Project Management (~40%) — Driving execution and alignment across a portfolio of operational, manufacturing, engineering, and business initiatives, ensuring priorities are clearly sequenced, resources are allocated appropriately, and projects progress according to plan.
• Additional Assignments (~20%) — Supporting the Operations and Production Directors with operational initiatives as needed. This may include, but is not limited to, reviewing and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs) across the product lifecycle, supporting process improvement efforts, and assisting with operational coordination.



This is a highly cross-functional role that partners closely with Production, Process Engineering, R&D, Sales, and Leadership. The ideal candidate is structured, analytical, and detail-oriented, and is comfortable bringing clarity, organization, and strong follow-through to complex operational challenges.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Forecasting & Planning (~40%)

• Own and maintain production forecasts across standard, custom, and R&D orders.
• Translate demand into capacity and resource plans, including labor, stations/equipment, and shift planning.
• Maintain resource models by station, value stream, and operator.
• Partner with Production, Process and Engineering to assign work, identify bottlenecks, and mitigate risks.
• Track forecast vs. actual performance and improve planning accuracy.
• Support planning in a high-mix, high-volume manufacturing environment with both production and R&D workstreams.
• Support scale decisions, including staffing, cross-training, additional stations, and automation opportunities.

2. Project & Portfolio Management (~40%)

• Manage a portfolio of cross-functional initiatives across manufacturing scale, process improvement, engineering enablement, and operational systems.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and dependencies.
• Drive execution by tracking actions, ensuring follow-through, and escalating risks.
• Help leadership sequence priorities and align resources across operational initiatives.
• Prepare status updates, dashboards, and decision materials.

3. Additional Assignments (~20%)

Support Operations and Production leadership with initiatives that improve execution, standardization, and cross-functional coordination, including:

• Maintaining and improving SOPs and work instructions across the product lifecycle.
• Supporting process improvement initiatives to improve throughput and reduce cycle time.
• Assisting with operational reporting, dashboards, and data analysis.
• Contributing to special projects and operational initiatives as needed.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing operations planning and program/project management, or manufacturing operations (startup or scale‑up experience strongly preferred)
• Strong analytical skills with hands‑on experience in:
• Forecasting and capacity planning
• Resource modeling and scenario analysis
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, evolving environment
• Ability to manage stakeholders at various levels.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in manufacturing, hardware, photonics, semiconductors, or advanced technology environments
• Familiarity with:
• High‑volume / high mix production
• R&D and custom order workflows
• Lean, continuous improvement, or operational excellence frameworks
• Advanced proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets; experience with planning or PM tools is a plus
  

The Food Scientist II reports directly to the Research & Technical Development Lead and plays a critical role in advancing technical platforms, ingredient research, and process feasibility for snack and confectionery products. This role is responsible for developing scalable scientific solutions that support the company’s innovation pipeline. The position focuses on early-stage formulation science, functionality modeling, and technical risk mitigation prior to commercialization handoff.

The Food Scientist operates within the Technical & Research Team and collaborates closely with the Product Development & Commercialization Team during scale-up and launch readiness phases.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technical Platform Development

· Support the Research & Technical Development Lead in building and optimizing core technology platforms (e.g., probiotic systems, fiber enriched system, sugar reduction system, hydrocolloid systems, protein enhanced system).

· Conduct ingredient functionality studies to understand structure-function relationships.

· Develop reusable technical frameworks that enable multiple pipeline products.

2. Advanced Formulation Science

· Design and optimize complex formulations for snack and confectionery applications.

· Investigate texture stability, moisture migration, hydrolysis risks, glass transition behavior, and shelf-life quality indicator.

· Conduct structured root cause analysis for technical performance issues.

· Translate scientific findings into scalable formulation strategies.

3. Process Feasibility & Risk Mitigation

· Evaluate processing parameters (e.g., heating time, vacuum, Brix, pH, Aw) to ensure technical robustness.

· Identify potential scalability constraints early in development.

· Support pilot-scale validation and collaborate with commercialization teams as needed.

4. Stability Prediction

· Design preliminary accelerated and real-time stability studies.

· Establish quality benchmarks for texture, moisture, color, and API ingredients.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Partner with Product Development during transition from research to commercialization.

· Provide technical input to embedded analytical and compliance resources.

· Support supplier technical assessments and ingredient validation.

6. Documentation & Technical Governance

· Maintain accurate and complete formulation documentation in designated systems.

· Develop detailed technical reports and risk assessments for internal review.

Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.

· 2–4+ years of experience in snack and/or confectionery and/or gummy and/or bars of R&D.

· Strong knowledge of hydrocolloids, fiber systems, sugar reduction systems, and moisture control mechanisms.

The Field Auto Damage Appraiser is responsible for preparing physical damage estimates on vehicles where a claim has been submitted for first- or third-party damages. This role requires delivering a high level of customer service while effectively managing claim severity and expenses.

This position supports the Independent Agent business of Plymouth Rock and services a Northern and/or parts of Central New Jersey territory. The appraiser works independently in the field inspecting damaged vehicles, preparing estimates, negotiating settlements, and ensuring compliance with company guidelines and applicable state regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspect vehicle damage and prepare repair estimates for partial and total losses within assigned authority levels.
• Negotiate settlements with repair facilities, insureds, and claimants.
• Issue claim drafts to appropriate parties.
• Document claim activity and maintain accurate claim files.
• Complete re-inspections and supplemental estimates in accordance with company guidelines.
• Adhere to production standards and estimating procedures.
• Maintain strong customer service, expense control, and professional public relations.
• Complete investigative reports as required.
• Participate in team meetings and departmental initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with privacy standards and the NJ Fair Claims Practices Act.
• Assist with catastrophe claim handling when requested, which may include overnight travel or extended assignments, or assisting in neighboring territories.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or comparable industry experience.
• Minimum 3 years of auto claims appraisal or estimating experience required.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Valid driver’s license with favorable driving record required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Organized and able to work independently with limited supervision.
• Body shop experience a plus but not required.
• ICAR training a plus.
• Experience with Mitchell estimating software preferred.
• Additional state appraiser licenses may be required (NY, PA, etc.)

SALARY RANGE

The pay range for this position is $64,000 to $86,000 annually. Actual compensation will vary based on multiple factors, including employee knowledge and experience, role scope, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.

PERKS & BENEFITS

• 4 weeks accrued paid time off, 8 paid national holidays per year, and 2 floating holidays
• Low cost and excellent coverage health insurance options that start on Day 1 (medical, dental, vision)
• Annual 401(k) Employer Contribution
• Resources to promote Professional Development (LinkedIn Learning and licensure assistance)
• Robust health and wellness program and fitness reimbursements
• Various Paid Family leave options including Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The Plymouth Rock Company and its affiliated group of companies write and manage over $2 billion in personal and commercial auto and homeowner’s insurance throughout the Northeast and mid-Atlantic, where we have built an unparalleled reputation for service. We continuously invest in technology, our employees thrive in our empowering environment, and our customers are among the most loyal in the industry. The Plymouth Rock group of companies employs more than 1,900 people and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Plymouth Rock Assurance Corporation holds an A.M. Best rating of “A-/Excellent”.

#LI-DNI

We are living our Purpose To Care Deeply about People, Helping them to Eat Well and Be Happy. This Purpose guides everything we do and is why we are in business. We are using our service priorities - Safety, Friendliness, Presentation, and Efficiency to help us make decisions at work every day and are critical to the success of our business goals.

Job Summary:

To effectively direct and supervise all functions and activities of the Floral Department and its Associates to achieve the Department's goals (i.e. sales, profit, Customer Experience, and Associate Engagement) in accordance with our Purpose and Service Priorities under the direction of the General Store Manager.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

The minimum required qualifications for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Ability to proficiently read, write, speak, analyze, interpret, and understand the English language.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to stand/walk for the duration of a scheduled shift.
• Ability to perform basic computer functions.
• Ability to stand, bend, twist, reach, push, pull and regularly lift 25 lbs., and occasionally lift 60 lbs.
• Ability to work with fresh, dried and/or processed products, spices and powdered substances without negative allergic consequences.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures.
• Ability to tolerate dust and cleaning agents during routine housekeeping duties.
• Ability to climb a ladder to retrieve items from overhead racking and storage areas.
• Ability to interact with Customers in a friendly and helpful way.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to work all assigned work schedules and comply with all time and attendance policies.
• Ability to engage and lead Associates to achieve department goals.

Essential Job Functions:

Performance of the essential functions of this position requires the Associate to possess the minimum qualifications listed above and to perform these functions in accordance with all ShopRite Service Priorities (Safety, Friendliness, Presentation, and Efficiency). These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

Safety (Food Safety & Compliance)

• Perform all duties in accordance with all Company policies and programs, and all Local, State, and Federal laws and regulations, including all environmental, health, safety and security policies, programs, laws and regulations.
• Perform all duties in accordance with HAACP and Food Handling procedures.
• Perform all duties in accordance with the Company's HAZCOM program and adhere to manufacturer's label instructions for the safe and proper use of all chemical products.
• Maintain a clean, neat, organized and safe work environment in accordance with Department QA standards.
• Clearly communicate and consistently enforce department and Company safety policies and procedures.
• Observe all safety regulations when operating equipment and utilize Personal Protective Equipment.
• Supervise the proper use of all equipment by Associates, including Personal Protective Equipment.
• Understand and adhere to all procedures in emergency situations.
• Use and maintain equipment in good working order; immediately advise Store Management of any maintenance or equipment problems.
• Ensure that Associates operating power equipment (balers, hi-lo's, power jacks, slicing machines, etc.) are 18 years of age or older.
• Regularly lift, pull, push and rotate merchandise that weights 25 lbs., and that occasionally weights up to 60 lbs.
• Unload trucks and transport merchandise to Floral Department that weights 25 lbs., and that occasionally weights 60 lbs.
• Maintain all temperature logs and production sheets.
• Set up and maintain a proper cleaning maintenance schedule of entire department.
• Successfully complete training to receive and maintain a Company recognized Food Safety Certification.

Friendliness (Customer Experience & Associate Engagement)

• Greet all Customers and provide them with prompt, courteous service and assistance.
• Promote the sale of any current charitable promotions to Customers (i.e. Partners in Caring, Check Out Hunger).
• Assist with the onboarding of new department Associates, including interviewing, selection and training, in accordance with Company policies and procedures and all Local, State, and Federal labor laws and regulations.
• Provide continual training, developmental action planning, and meaningful feedback on job performance to Associates.
• Maintain an open line of communication and work cooperatively with all business partners.
• Lead Associates to work cooperatively while encouraging enthusiasm, loyalty, and creativity.
• Sample new items and seasonal favorites to stimulate Customer interest and demand.
• Encourage and recognize Associates to provide a positive Customer Experience.

Presentation (Personal & Department Conditions)

• Portray a professional appearance and be a positive role model for all Associates in the department in accordance with the Company Dress Code Policy.
• Ensure Unit Price Labels (tags) for all items are maintained and are current.
• Monitor Floral storage area for cleanliness, neatness and preparation for next shift (i.e. making bale, reclamation, plastic, pallets).
• Ensure all merchandise is fully stocked and rotated in display cases, shelves and other applicable displays according to tag allocation and department standards.
• Ensure all product is blocked and faced in accordance with Company policy or as assigned.
• Ensure that featured sale merchandise is signed in accordance with Company and regulatory standards.

Efficiency (Department Operations & Regulatory Compliance)

• Understand and utilize all required applications and current technology as relates to Floral Operations.
• Verify accuracy of invoices to actual product received.
• Ensure all reports and records are accurate, complete and retained in accordance with Company policy.
• Ensure the quality of all product received and secure properly in appropriate storage areas.
• Ensure the accuracy of item pricing, item locator and shelf allocation.
• Ensure reclamation or return-to-stock product procedures are followed in accordance with Company policy.
• Ensure in-store pricing procedures and in-store transfers are followed in accordance with Company policy.
• Understand and adhere to Local, State and Federal regulations as relates to Floral Operations.
• Understand the impact of department financials and how to adjust department operations to ensure goals are achieved.
• Understand and adhere to Company shrink guidelines as relates to Floral Operations.
• Clearly communicate and consistently enforce department and Company policies and procedures.
• Maintain proper staffing to meet projected sales and Customer Experience needs.
• Complete all applicable department training programs.
• Maintain punctual and regular attendance and work overtime as assigned.
• Perform all duties in accordance with all Local, State, and Federal Department of Labor Minor Regulations for any Associates under 18 years of age.
• Assist as needed in preparation of food products, catering, and special orders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Important Disclaimer Notice:

The above statements are only intended to represent the essential job functions and general nature of the work being performed and are not exhaustive of the tasks that an Associate may be required to perform. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require Associates to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or the work environment change. This job description is not a guarantee of employment.

This position is eligible for vision, dental, life insurance, and legal plan benefits, which become available on a graduated basis over time according to the terms of the collective bargaining agreement (\"CBA\"). Paid time off (sick time, personal days, vacation days, and holidays) will accrue on a graduated basis over time in accordance with the CBA. Retirement benefits (pension or 401k) become available over time in accordance with the CBA.