Production Assistant; Chocolate Manuf
Listed on 2026-01-05
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Production Associate / Production Line
Production Assistant (Chocolate Manufacturing - Training Provided)
Our client in the chocolate manufacturing industry is looking for a Production Assistant to add to their team in Rockland, Maine. In this role, you will support high-volume chocolate production from preparation through packaging, using both machines and hand methods. Training is provided on all equipment, and the focus is on the consistent, safe output of quality chocolate products. The ideal candidate has experience with high-volume food preparation and is comfortable following recipes and accurately measuring ingredients.
To succeed, you bring reliability, teamwork, and the stamina to meet daily production goals. This is a great opportunity to learn chocolate production in a stable, year-round operation with clear processes and hands‑on training.
- Gather ingredients per daily production plan.
- Weigh and measure components accurately.
- Prepare chocolate in tempering machines.
- Keep machines filled, set, and production‑ready.
- Make shells, molds, and fillings to specifications.
- Hand‑finish products as needed.
- Package bulk cases and gift boxes.
- Clean equipment, tools, and work areas.
- Follow sanitation and safety procedures.
- Meet daily quantity and quality targets.
- Experience with high‑volume food preparation is required.
- Ability to read recipes and measure ingredients is required.
- Comfortable learning new technology & machinery is required.
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs. is required.
- Positive attitude and reliability are required.
$18.00/hr - $18.00/hr
BenefitsDental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, IRA, PTO, Paid Holidays, Employee Discounts.
Job Details- Location:
Rockland, ME - Salary: $18/hour + Optional Overtime + Benefits
- Job Type: Full‑Time
- Typical
Hours:
Monday‑Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM ET; overtime available, not required - Start Date:
ASAP - Relocation:
Not Available - Sponsorship:
Not Available - Seniority level:
Associate - Job function:
Production - Industry: Food and Beverage Services
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