Food Production Team Member

Fresh Mark, Inc. | Salem, OH

Apply today and become part of a company that has been producing quality products and investing in employees for more than 100 years.

Fresh Mark is hiring Food Production Team Members to join our growing food manufacturing team in Salem, Ohio. We offer competitive pay, career advancement opportunities, excellent benefits, and a supportive team environment. Whether you're looking to start a new career or build on your manufacturing experience, Fresh Mark provides the training and opportunities to help you succeed.

Starting Pay: $15.00 - $19.80 per hour

• Shift Differential available for eligible shifts
• $400 lump sum bonus upon successful completion of the probationary period
• Employee referral bonus program
• Opportunities to bid on higher‑paying positions after 90 days

• 1st Shift – 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• 2nd Shift – 3:00 PM – 12:30 AM
• 3rd Shift – 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM

• Full‑time
• Monday–Saturday
• Overtime may be required based on production needs

As a Food Production Team Member, you will play a vital role in the production of quality meat products enjoyed by consumers across the country. Production laborers support manufacturing operations by assisting with product preparation, packaging, inspection, and movement throughout the facility while maintaining high standards of food safety, quality, and efficiency.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking careers in manufacturing, food production, production operations, warehouse operations, industrial labor, and general labor.

• Operate or assist with production and packaging equipment
• Package, label, and inspect products for quality and accuracy
• Move materials and finished products throughout the facility
• Load, unload, and transport products as needed
• Follow all food safety, quality, and sanitation standards
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Work efficiently as part of a team to meet production goals
• Follow all company safety and security procedures
• Perform general labor duties as assigned

Qualified candidates must be able to:

• Work in a cool manufacturing environment
• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Frequently bend, twist, reach, and perform repetitive tasks
• Lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly
• Work overtime and weekends when needed
• Demonstrate reliable attendance and dependability
• Follow all safety, quality, and security procedures

• Pre‑employment drug testing required
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored work authorization

• Medical coverage with low premiums and deductibles
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Educational assistance and tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• $400 probationary completion bonus
• Career advancement opportunities
• Stable full‑time employment
• Employee‑focused work environment

At Fresh Mark, people come first. It is more than a slogan—it is the foundation of who we are. We are committed to providing employees with the tools, leadership, training, and support needed to build successful careers. Fresh Mark is the producer of the trusted Sugardale® brand and has proudly been owned and operated in the USA for more than 100 years, manufacturing high‑quality bacon, ham, hot dogs, lunch meats, pepperoni, salami, and specialty meat products enjoyed nationwide.

Fresh Mark welcomes all interested individuals to apply and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.