Summary/Objective
This role is at a Dairy Foods manufacturing facility creating high quality cultured dairy products. The Production Associate will be responsible for performing all production tasks from processing through packaging of finished goods.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Operates production equipment within established standards for quality and efficiency.
- Inspects and packages product in compliance with regulatory and company standards.
- Forms and labels boxes. Maintains proper inventory for production needs.
- Cleans equipment and work areas per sanitation requirements.
- Completes records of production and sanitation as required.
- Keeps work areas organized, clean, safe and sanitary.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Responsible for compliance with food safety and regulatory requirements
- The incumbent in this position will be positively encouraged and required to notify management about actual or potential food safety issues
- Incumbents are empowered to act to resolve food safety issues within their scope of work
Competencies
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Good math and written communication skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Efficient time management skills.
- Walk behind lift operation.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
The noise level in the work environment can vary but noise is usually low to moderate.
Physical Demands
Working in a manufacturing or warehouse environment, you will be walking, standing and engaging in movement throughout the day, and occasionally to frequently be required to lift items weighing up to 50 lbs. Due to a large variety of job duties (both routine and non-routine), certain duties also may involve, a variety of physical activities including bending, lifting, stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms above shoulders and head, standing, working in enclosed areas, climbing stairs or ladders, and operating heavy machinery.
At times, you may be required to wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety gloves, hearing protection, harness, a respirator or dust mask, protective footwear and protective clothing or uniforms. Work may be performed in cold and/or hot temperatures and the environment can be dusty. Physical requirements further include the ability to engage in productive and collaborative communication with co-workers and work may need to be performed during non-standard hours, including nights and weekends. At times, the ability to work overtime also may be required. The ability to perform these requirements is necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Travel - No travel is expected for this position.
Required Education and Experience
High school diploma/GED.
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Work in cold and/or hot temperatures throughout the day
- Adhere to all standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge in their functions and ability to troubleshoot and fix system issues is preferred
- Self-reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision
- Ensures a safe working environment while performing assigned tasks; wears PPE as required
- Customer focused and able to work in a collaborative team
- Ability to be flexible in work performed and schedule
- Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions and possess basic mathematical skills
- Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
- Experience communicating among a team of production and warehouse personnel
Preferred Education and Experience
Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
Authorization to work in the U.S.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
- Packaging Assembly Occupations: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
