Production Associate

Job Summary

Mckee Foods is seeking a Production Associate, 3rd Shift to join our Manufacturing team. This is an entry-level Packaging Technician or Make-up Monitor position at our bakery that requires no previous experience. We offer on-the-job training in our modern manufacturing facility. In this role, you’ll play an important role on our high-speed production line ensuring the efficient and precise packaging of our snack cakes. Your key responsibilities will include:

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrates a solid work history reflected in reliable attendance, safe work practices, effective job performance, adaptability and teamwork
• Proven ability to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced production environment
• Ability to perform repetitive motions while sitting or standing for duration of entire shift
• Regularly lift up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally move more than 100 pounds (with or without accommodation)
• Able to read, write, and do basic math
• Record product data using a computer
• Able to work independently and as part of a team, troubleshooting issues as they arise
• Maintain a clean work area and practice good personal hygiene
• Keeps waste to a minimum while ensuring products meet quality specifications and food safety standards
• Maintain proper safety procedures at all times, including wearing approved uniform such as hearing protection, hairnets, slip-resistant shoes, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Previous experience in food manufacturing or a related field
• Previous technical training
• Accurate measurement and conversion skills
• Troubleshooting ability
• Previous machine operator experience