Production Associate

The position is Temp to Hire

Schedule: Monday-Friday

*This position does require handling meat, pork, dairy, and nut allergen products. 

*Candidate with previous assembly and packaging experience would be great

3rd Shift:  5 pm to end of shift, The standard schedule is Monday-Saturday, with one day off during the week

This is a cold and wet environment (~36 degrees) and they need to come dressed and prepared for it

PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CANDIDATES UNDERSTAND THIS AND AGREE TO THIS: The contract running from August or September start date through Thanksgiving. We’d release most during November/ December, and another ramp up in January 2027 through June 2027.

Production Associates play a crucial role in our operation, supporting line leaders and helping to create an efficient, productive, and safe workplace. Key duties include:

· Assisting the line leader with daily transactions and workflow management

· Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized workspace at all times

· Proactively identifying and analyzing problems, recommending solutions to improve performance

· Ensuring the highest quality produce is prepared and available for daily runs

· Meeting or exceeding company productivity standards for assigned production lines

· Communicating with leadership if company production standards are not met

· Monitoring and understanding key production performance indicators (KPIs)

· Preparing, cutting, and repackaging products according to customer specifications

· Operating production machinery such as potato peelers and bag sealers

· Cleaning and sanitizing work areas, including floors, tables, cutting boards, and equipment

· Adhering strictly to sanitation and safety procedures in compliance with SQF (Safe Quality Food) standards

· Complying with GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices)

Qualifications

While formal education is preferred, The job qualifications include:

Education: High School diploma or GED preferred, but not required.

Experience:

· Related industry experience preferred

· General understanding of processing procedures preferred

· Experience working in high-volume warehouse or production facility preferred

· Knowledge of GMP policy preferred

· Ability to use and handle sharp knives, peelers, and hand-operated machines

Skills:

· Effective verbal communication skills

· Bilingual candidates are preferred

· Basic computer skills

· Willingness to learn lean manufacturing processes

Physical Demands:

· Able to lift and/or move 25-50 lbs. safely and consistently

· Must be able to stand for extended periods of time