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Production-1st Shift

Lopez Foods
Cherokee, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/21/2026

Production Associate-1st Shift | $20.15/hr | Cherokee, IA

Lopez Foods in Cherokee, Iowa is searching for a Production Associate to join our growing company.

If you are a motivated individual with a strong work ethic and the desire to contribute to a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply for this position.

The Production Associate position is a fast-paced position, working 1st shift Monday-Friday, 6:15 am to 5:00 pm. *Please Note: Shifts could start earlier and or end later depending on production needs.*

Lopez offers attractive benefit packages including affordable health, dental and vision insurance, life insurance and a generous 401k plan with a company match!

Pay Increases:

After 6 months- $20.45/hr

After 12 months-$20.75/hr

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following, other duties may be assigned:

  • Fast paced environment
  • Production associates will rotate and qualify in different jobs across the plant
  • Associates must follow all established safety policies, rules, programs, and practices at all times
  • Associate will qualify in recordkeeping and documentation if required in a particular position
  • Cold environment; Production floor temperature is 38-40 degrees
  • Able to stand on feet for 8 hours a day

Requirements:

  • Prior production experience, a plus
  • Prior experience operating a forklift or walkie, preferred
  • Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
  • Must be able to be able to work in temperatures of 38-40 degrees
  • Must be able to stand in one place for up to 8 hours per day

Benefits:

  • Affordable Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance
  • Great Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Great Work/Life Balance

Lopez Foods Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer, M/F/Vet/Disabled. Pre-hire Drug Screen/Background Check Required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.15 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $21

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