Food Production Associate-1st Shift

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to uphold food safety and product integrity.
• Consistently follow safety protocols and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated areas.
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by Supervisor or Lead.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with team members from diverse backgrounds, cultures, abilities, languages, or perspectives.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Act as a team player, fostering a friendly and positive work environment.
• Maintain excellent attendance.
• Show flexibility and adaptability with work schedules as needed.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and company policies in all tasks.
• Execute food safety, quality, and continuous improvement activities to meet SQF 2000, regulatory, and customer standards.
• Adhere to all GMPs, standard work, and safety practices.
• Report any non-compliance to the Pack-off Lead or Support Supervisor.
• Contribute to a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Successfully complete mandatory E.A. Sween quarterly safety training to comply with OSHA and company policies.
• Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) consistently as needed.
• Ensure safe storage and transport of pallets, racks, and dollies to support the company's Zero Safety Incidents policy.
• Rotate through all production positions every 30 minutes.
• Follow standard operating procedures for each role:
• Box Maker: Place labels correctly on boxes. Prepare boxes by folding flaps for the boxing team to insert products.
• Boxer: Check product labels for accuracy in price and date codes. Confirm the accuracy of face and ingredient labels. Place products in boxes or bun trays in the designated format.
• Racker: Load completed trays into metal racks or finish cases on pallets as required. Ensure date codes on cases/trays are accurate and legible. Complete required paperwork and submit to the Pack-off Lead after each shift.
• Operate and maintain the following equipment and tools as needed:
• Dollies, Racks, Bun Trays, Boxes (Cases), Pallets, Tapers, Box/Case Coders, Label/Box Making Stand, Palletizing T-Bar Tool, Cardboard Baler, Compactor, Stretch Wrap, Cutting utensils (knives/scissors).
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment, including hard hats, and ensure proper usage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in high-speed packaging or assembly line work.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Physical ability to lift up to 30 lbs and perform repetitive tasks.
• Able to work flexible hours, including occasional Saturdays.

Skills and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous assembly line experience in a high-speed packaging environment.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic math skills are essential to count and verify products accurately.
• Possess a teamwork-oriented mindset and communicate effectively with others.
• Maintain a reliable attendance record.
• Keep the work area clean, safe, and organized.
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs continuously during a 10-12.5-hour shift, based on the production schedule.
• Willing to work overtime as needed to meet customer demands.

What You'll Need

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous assembly line experience in a high-speed packaging environment.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic math skills are essential to count and verify products accurately.
• Possess a teamwork-oriented mindset and communicate effectively with others.
• Maintain a reliable attendance record.
• Keep the work area clean, safe, and organized.
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs continuously during a 10-12.5-hour shift, based on the production schedule.
• Preferred: Food related experience.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match - fully vested after 2 years
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program (Boss Bucks)

Equal Opportunity Employer

E.A. Sween is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/M/F/Veteran/Disability