General Laborer

The General Laborer on 2nd shift (2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.) supports daily operations in a frozen food manufacturing and warehouse facility. This role performs a wide range of physical, hands-on tasks including material handling, sanitation, packaging support, and palletizing, while consistently maintaining safety, quality, and food safety standards in refrigerated and freezer environments.

• Perform a variety of general labor duties throughout the facility as assigned to support production and warehouse operations.
• Move raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished products between work areas to ensure continuous workflow.
• Stack, sort, organize, and palletize products and materials according to established procedures.
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks, materials, and deliveries in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe production, warehouse, and storage areas throughout the shift.
• Remove trash, scrap materials, and other waste from work areas and dispose of them properly.
• Assist with sanitation and cleaning of equipment, workstations, and facility areas to support food safety and quality standards.
• Support production teams by supplying materials, staging product, and removing completed pallets from work areas.
• Operate pallet jacks and other material handling equipment as trained and authorized.
• Follow all company safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), OSHA regulations, and food safety procedures at all times.
• Work safely in refrigerated and freezer environments, using appropriate protective gear and following temperature-related safety guidelines.
• Report damaged products, safety concerns, and equipment issues promptly to supervisors or designated personnel.
• Assist with inventory movement, product storage, and general facility support duties as operational needs require.
• Collaborate with team members and support other departments as needed to meet daily and weekly operational goals.
• Adapt to changing priorities and perform other duties as assigned to ensure smooth facility operations.
• Ability to work comfortably and safely in cold, refrigerated, and freezer environments.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis throughout the shift.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and consistent attendance.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and established procedures.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a collaborative team.
• Commitment to workplace safety, food safety, and quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail when handling products, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to identify safety hazards, quality concerns, or damaged materials and report issues promptly.
• Basic problem-solving skills related to material movement and general labor activities.
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to follow safety policies, GMP requirements, and company procedures consistently.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain productivity in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills to share operational and safety concerns with supervisors and team members.
• Demonstrated dependability and accountability in completing assigned responsibilities.

• Previous experience in general labor, warehouse, manufacturing, or industrial environments preferred but not required.
• Experience working in refrigerated, freezer, or other temperature-controlled environments is a plus.
• Strong commitment to productivity and meeting operational goals.
• Willingness to assist in multiple areas of the facility as operational needs change.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with routine and repetitive tasks.
• Ability to maintain accurate work practices and follow established procedures.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and take on new tasks.
• Flexibility to support sanitation, material handling, and general facility duties as needed.

Employees benefit from a supportive environment that offers clear opportunities for long-term growth, including the potential to transition to direct employment, receive pay increases, and participate in contract buyout options. The facility promotes work-life balance with structured 15-minute breaks every two hours and values reliability, safety, and teamwork, creating a stable setting where hard work and…