Production General Labor- Entry Level

Job Title

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's)
• Produce high quality products in a safe and healthful manner
• Assigned shift attendance is required
• To work in all areas of production and packaging, as assigned, which includes operating, being in close proximity to and crossing platforms over machinery
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Assist fellow employees as needed

Quality Inspection

Monitoring/Operating equipment (palletizer)

Stock production lines with materials

Safely operate powered industrial equipment

Track quality and waste metrics

Emphasis on sanitation/cleaning

Assisting line technicians in general daily activities

Maintain forklift and floor jacks

Move finished skids to warehouse area

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and functions of the position.

Must be able to report to work on time and to work the entire scheduled work period or shift. Timely and regular attendance is required

Must be able to successfully handle and manage stress

Accustomed to and able to work in a high-volume, fast-pace, complex and busy environment

Proven ability to successfully manage multiple competing priorities

Strong problem-solving skills coupled with the ability to act. A "can-do" mindset and attitude is a must

Must be flexible and have the ability to work additional hours when workload, deadlines, production requirements, shift coverage or overtime demand it of the role

Consummate team player attitude of sharing and helping others. Must be able to interact positively, professionally and in cooperation with others

Education and/or Experience

High-school degree or equivalent is required.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMP's and general instructions. Good communication skills are required.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out both oral and written instructions.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and lift. The employee is required to stand and walk at minimum 70% of the time
• The employee must be able to work 12 hour shifts, with the flexibility to work additional planned or unplanned hours, as business needs.
• The employees must occasionally lift/push/pull or carry up to fifty (50) pounds, and should be able to lift 30-35 pounds on a frequent basis
• The employee must be able to squat or kneel and to bend on a frequent basis
• The employee must be able to work in a cold (40-50 degree) environment
• The employee must be able to work in a hot (90-100 degree) environment
• The employee must be able to tolerate exposure to flour and yeast materials
• The employee must be able to climb steps and vertical ladders 10ft high on a frequent basis

Safe Performance Requirements

Employee must have the ability to perform the essential job functions identified above consistent with safety standards and practices with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment

Hot in summer, cold in winter

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high