Production Worker

Key Responsibilities:

• Rotate positions between various tasks on the production line, including filling bags or jars, packing boxes, and stacking on pallets.
• Recognize the requirements of the product being produced – appearance, weight, bags per pallet or box, type of pallet or box for the current run, and communicate this information to other line workers.
• Observe and ensure applied labels and date codes on each unit comply with quality assurance under FDA guidelines.
• Operate machines in a safe and responsible manner, ensuring OSHA standards are met.
• Maintain a clean work environment by constant sweeping, dusting, and/or cleaning equipment.
• Help to train new co-workers on the line or area as needed.
• Report any mechanical problems and unsafe conditions or practices to your Line Lead, Supervisor or Manager immediately.
• Regular and reliable attendance is essential to this role.

Candidate Attributes:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work closely with other team members on the production line or in the designated work area, fostering teamwork and collaboration.
• Ability to work on your feet for extended periods, with frequent stooping, squatting, overhead lifting, and walking.
• Proficiency in counting and basic math skills.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required.
• Must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Individuals with some of the experience and/or knowledge can be trained on the job to perform each essential duty successfully.

Working Conditions:

• Work environment includes a non-climate-controlled warehouse production facility, with frequent proximity to moving mechanical parts, product irritants/allergens, airborne particles, and outdoor weather conditions.
• Occasionally, tasks may involve working at heights, in confined spaces, and amidst moderate noise levels.

Allergy Notice:

• Please be aware that we produce products containing nuts and peppers.

Work Schedule and Compensation:

• First shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
• Third shift: Monday – Thursday, 8:30 pm – 7:00 am.
• Occasional overtime.
• $15.30 - $18.50 Depending on experinece and/or with third shift differential

Benefits & Employee Programs:

• Benefits include paid time off (vacation, sick time, holidays) and other benefits which can be found at www.CentralBenefits.org
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with a 3% company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Education Assistance
• Referral Program