Job Title: Production Associate
Pay Rate: $18.00/hour
Shift: Monday – Friday, 4:00 PM – 1:30 AM
Note: Weekend shifts may be required based on business needs. Hours are subject to change.

Transportation Requirement:
Reliable transportation is essential for this position.

Job Summary:
As a Production Associate, you will work under the guidance of a supervisor to meet production targets while ensuring that quality and safety standards are consistently upheld.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act independently and effectively under limited supervision.
  

• Transfer products from the filler to the chiller, maintaining accuracy in operations.
  

• Notify supervisors of any discrepancies in product information promptly.
  

• Manage the organization and transfer of production carts in and out of chillers, placing them systematically in the Work In Progress (WIP) area.
  

• Align products correctly in the Garvey table area.
  

• Flip trays in chillers as required.
  

• Rework any products that do not meet specifications.
  

• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, adhering to the “5S” methodology.
  

• Foster a safe working environment at all times.
  

• Follow HACCP principles and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP); comply with company policies and safety regulations.
  

• Assist in transferring to the kitchen area as needed.
  

• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Competencies (Skills & Abilities):

• Must be 18 years or older.
  

• Proficient in reading, writing, and comprehension of verbal and written instructions; basic mathematical skills required.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent activity including walking, standing, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, lifting, and climbing.
  

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  

• Must wear personal protective equipment during work.
  

• Capability to work in noisy environments and across various temperature zones (including cold/hot environments) for extended periods, which may also involve exposure to dust.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
  

• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.

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