Summary

Lifeway Foods (NASDAQ: LWAY), which has been recognized as one of Forbes’ Best Small Companies, is America’s leading supplier of the probiotic beverage known as Kefir. In addition to its line of drinkable Kefir, the company also produces cheese, drinkable yogurt, and a ProBugs line of Kefir for kids. Lifeway’s tart and tangy fermented dairy products are sold across the United States, Mexico, Ireland, and the United Kingdom.

A Production Worker monitors, tends to, and operates various pieces of automated and manually operated equipment in support of daily manufacturing of finished goods.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities 

• Work production line and meeting production targets
• Follow production guidelines and specifications; Maintain cleanliness of workstation and production floor
• Prepare and places sterile bottles or containers onto filling machine as per SOP; Fill containers 
• Weigh finished goods; Transfer cheese from vats to cheese cooling room 
• Sanitize and clean equipment according to SOP 
• Monitor assembly line and remove faulty products 
• Label bottles, containers, and boxes 
• Report to workstation on time; Wear proper work attire; Assist in setting up work area
• Follow SOP, SSOP, GMP, and general safety procedures
• Conduct behavior in compliance with Lifeway Employee Policy 
• Perform additional duties as assigned 

Qualification and Education Requirements 

• High school diploma required; Or three to six months related experience; Or equivalent
• Demonstrate intellectual and interpersonal skills through leadership, organization, and self-efficacy
• Ability to read and write comprehensive reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals and effectively present them to groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public 
• Basic mathematical skills and understanding of algebra and geometry 
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Software, Inventory Software, and Microsoft Office including Excel and Outlook 
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.; Ability to be on your feet for entirety of 8-hour shift; Ability to climb ladders and maneuver through equipment; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities 

Lifeway Foods, Inc is a growing Chicago-based beverage manufacturer with over 25 years of experience. We are an industry leader in the production of high-quality Kefir. We are an equal-opportunity employer and offer a competitive benefits package. Visit us at www.lifewaykefir.com.