Production Utility 1

Job Summary

Utility workers are responsible for several manufacturing activities. Candidates must be willing and able to work in a fast paced manufacturing environment, communicate effectively in a team, and be flexible in assignments within the utility category. They must follow written and verbal instructions, complete duties safely and accurately, maintain GMP standards, and participate as part of the Food Defense Team. Responsibilities include ensuring product safety in areas such as windows, ceilings, restroom, breakroom, wash racks, cleaning equipment, lights, mixers, ovens, pans, and throughout the plant, and may also involve cleaning processing and non‑processing equipment on grounds.

• Helper
• Indexer
• Feeder
• Packer
• Catcher
• Other duties as defined
• Equipment may vary by facility

All tools and equipment required by employees shall be supplied and kept in repair by the Employer at no cost to the employee. These items must be kept on the premises.

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Previous safety training is preferred.

Manufacturing Environment.

Although the physical requirements vary each day, the employee must have the ability to sit (5 %), stand (40 %), walk (10 %), kneel/squat (20 %) and bend (25 %) for 12 hours. Ability to lift up to a maximum of 50 pounds, approximately 4 times per day from floor to waist. Ability to reach from 10 inches approximately 2 hours per day, and up to 60 inches approximately 1 hour per day.

Ability to climb stairs approximately 8 times per day, ladders approximately 1‑2 times per day, and crawling approximately 3 to 4 times per week. Performs repetitive motion, using the hands and arms approximately 1 hour per day and the back (twisting) approximately 1 hour per day. Must be able to perform pushing/pulling of the upper body approximately 5 to 6 times per day and the whole body approximately 4 to 5 times per day.

May push and pull trash carts weighing 500 lb, dough carts weighing 800 lb, portable equipment and catch pans weighing 500 lb. May walk on unprotected heights, catwalks, etc., occasionally every week. Cannot be afraid of heights. Must be in good physical condition.

Reading, peripheral vision, hearing, understanding scheduling, visual inspection of cake to determine if the product matches stated Quality Standards.

Putty knife, buckets, rags, paper knife, broom, mop, dollies, hair net, and hearing protection. Safety glasses and bump caps may also be used. Regular use of the company’s time‑keeping system and limited use of a calculator, computer and process control sheets may be required.

This is a full‑time PM position.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.