Production Associate

Purpose:

We are seeking a hard-working, self-motivated individual to join our team at Mixed Employment Partners. Our goal is to foster a collaborative and diverse workforce where dedication and initiative drive excellence in achieving our organizational objectives.

Position Summary:

The Production Associate sets up and operates the Packager workstation in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Reads and interprets batch specifications/instructions to select the correct equipment and packaging materials for the product. Fills, secures, and labels containers according to company and/or customer specifications in a quick and accurate fashion. Verifies goods packaged against order information on tablet and delivers the packaged product to the appropriate area using proper material handling equipment as well as proper lifting procedures.

Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) within a food packaging industry. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment.

Education:

High school diploma (or GED) required.

Work Experience:

0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area helpful, but not required.
Industry Knowledge:
Food manufacturing or packaging experience helpful, but not required.

• Accountability– Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Adaptability – Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
• Communication, Oral – Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Energetic – Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.
• Ethical– Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Focused – Directing one’s attention, to concentrate on the task at hand and complete.
• Initiative – Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
• Interpersonal – Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
• Organized – Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Reliability – The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Safety Awareness – Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Time Management – Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

• Must possess strong work ethic, high character and be passionate about serving others.
• Ability to multi-task and perform accurately in stressful situations is ideal.
• Attention to detail is critical.
• Strong interpersonal skills are necessary as this position involves intense teamwork.