Seasonal Production Worker - Summer 2026

Seneca Foods is one of North America's leading providers of packaged fruits and vegetables with facilities located throughout the United States. Our high-quality products are primarily sourced from over 1,400 American farms. Seneca holds the largest share of the retail private label, food service, and export canned vegetable markets, distributing to over 90 countries. Products are sold under brands including Libby’s®, Aunt Nellie’s®, READ®, Seneca Farms®, Green Valley®, Green Giant (Shelf-Stable)®, CherryMan®, Paradise®, Pennant®, and Seneca labels, including Seneca snack chips.

About the role

Seneca Foods Corporation in Blue Earth, Minnesota is seeking seasonal production workers for its 2026 production season.

• Peas: mid-June through late July
• Corn: late July through early-October

This timeframe is tentative and can be affected by weather and crop availability. The manufacturing plant typically runs 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, but shift start/end times and the number of days worked per week may vary due to weather and harvest conditions. Seneca provides safe working conditions, paid overtime over 40 hours per week, 12-hour shifts, and on-the-job training.

Positions Available

• Line Workers
• Machine Operators
• Forklift Operators
• Sanitation Workers
• Maintenance positions
• Other roles

Responsibilities

• Fulfill various production line positions in our food production facility processing fresh vegetables.
• Perform sanitation functions on a regular basis to prepare the plant for the next scheduled production run.
• Provide relief during other employees’ break periods.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and safety policies/procedures.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Willingness and ability to work and function in a team environment.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong work ethic.
• Regular attendance.

Pay

Starting wage range based on skills and experience: $14.88 to $15.99 per hour.

Benefits

Seneca Foods offers an excellent benefit package including 401K and more.