Production Worker - Local

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect product for quality, grade, and sort by size.
• Pack product according to company standards.
• Maintain proper methods in all production areas to ensure quality and consistency.
• Maintain proper par levels as instructed to meet production demands.
• Communicate supply material levels to ensure continuous production flow.
• Maintain plant safety by adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
• Maintain clean work environment to minimize hazards and maintain hygiene standards.
• Be able to work independently with minimal supervision to complete tasks efficiently.
• Remain flexible and adaptable to changing production needs and priorities.
• Provide backup support for other duties as needed to maintain workflow.

Education And Experience

• Required: Experience with food processing equipment, sanitation, and food safety.
• Required: Experience safely operating forklifts and powered pallet jacks.
• Required: Experience with radio frequency handheld scanners and quality control.
• Preferred: None.

Physical Requirements

• Must be available to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods.
• Ability to use hands and fingers to carefully complete tasks and skillful actions, making sure to pay close attention to details and accuracy.
• Ability to read a limited number of two and three-syllable words and recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.
• Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
• Ability to understand and carry out written or oral instructions.
• Capable of working and communicating in loud environments, while focusing on tasks.
• Capable of training in using specialized tools and equipment pertinent to operations.
• Capable of solving simple math equations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Working Conditions

• Traditional warehouse and distribution facility environment.
• Large, specialized equipment.
• Large moving equipment.
• High noise level.
• Exposure to cold/freezing temperatures.
• Exposure to hazardous material.
• Exposure to wet environment.
• Safety equipment (hair nets, gloves, smock, etc.).
• Well-illuminated environment.
• Scents related to the production facility.

Benefits

• Total compensation includes base wage and a comprehensive total rewards package.
• Health insurance benefits options, including medical, prescription, vision, dental, basic group life and short-term disability.
• Flexible spending accounts for health flex and dependent care expenses.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan options with generous annual company profit sharing match.
• Paid time off for all regular full-time team members, to include sick days, holiday pay, vacation, and personal time.
• Employee Assistance Program- Confidential professional counseling, financial, and legal assistance provided at no charge to Team Members and immediate family members.
• Product purchase program.