3rd Shift Smoke Master

For over 125 years, Seltzer's has had the reputation of being the very best in our industry. We are now at a turning-point in our company and are shaping an even better brand for the next 125 years. We believe in a "people first" culture where respect and quality are never sacrificed for profit.

With our world-class standards of quality and performance, combined with a fun, safe, and inclusive environment, it's no wonder many of our team members have been a part of the Seltzer's family for 20, 30, and even 40 years. Come join us!

Smokemaster

Seltzer's Smokehouse is looking for our next Smokemaster as we head into a new chapter in our amazing story! This isn't your typical manufacturing job. As a Smokemaster, you'll play an essential role in creating traditionally smoked products by carefully managing our smokehouses, tending wood fires and monitoring each batch throughout the smoking process.

With a renewed vision from our next generation CEO, the iconic Seltzer's brand is preparing for national expansion through innovation, creativity, and forward thinking.

Role: Reporting to the Smokehouse Supervisor, you'll combine hands-on craftsmanship with precision-monitoring temperatures, measuring pH levels and maintaining accurate production records to ensure every product meets our high standards for safety, quality and flavor.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and record smokehouse and product temperatures every two hours
• Take pH readings and determine when additional wood is needed
• Tend and maintain wood-burning smokehouse fires
• Verify the accuracy of smokehouse temperature probes
• Calibrate and properly maintain the pH meter
• Transport wood from outside storage and maintain an adequate supply for production
• Accurately complete required food safety and production documentation
• Support sanitation activities on second and third shifts when needed
• Follow all food safety, food defense, GMP and workplace safety procedures
• Communicate concerns or unusual readings promptly to the Smokehouse Supervisor

What We're Looking For

• Dependable, detail-oriented and comfortable working independently
• Strong observation, problem-solving and recordkeeping skills
• Clear and effective communication
• Comfortable using basic computers and production technology
• Able to work in environments with varying temperatures
• Able to safely perform the physical duties associated with transporting and handling wood
• Flexible and willing to work evenings, nights, weekends or holidays when production requires it
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance

Preferred-but Not Required

• Previous food manufacturing, production or warehouse experience
• Experience using forklifts or pallet jacks
• Familiarity with temperature monitoring, pH testing or food safety procedures

Experience is helpful, but reliability, attention to detail and a willingness to learn are what matter most. We'll teach the right person how to master the process.

We look for employees who effective, clear, and concise communication skills, computer/technology literacy and problem-solving skills. You must have day to day flexibility and be able to work in varying temperatures. The hours for this position are from 9:30 PM until 6:00 AM each week night.

If you take pride in hands-on work and want to help preserve a time-honored smoking tradition, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to become our next Smokemaster!

Seltzer's Smokehouse Meats is an Equal Opportunity Employer.