Production Operator
AI Summary
Operates and supports automated production lines in a food and consumer packaged goods manufacturing environment, handling materials, performing quality checks, and maintaining sanitation and teamwork on shift.
About this role
Overview
We’re hiring Production Associates to support a fast-paced food and consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturing environment. This is a clean, safety-first operation where quality, teamwork, and consistency matter every day.
This is also a place to build a long-term career. The company has strong family values, invests in training, and provides a clear path for advancement—many Production Supervisors and Area Managers started out on the floor. If you bring a positive attitude, show up reliably, and stay coachable, there is meaningful opportunity to grow.
Why This Role
- Career path and internal promotions: supervisors and area leaders started in production
- Strong culture and values: team-oriented, family-focused environment
- Long-term stability: a place people join to build a career, not just work a job
Compensation
- $23 / hr
- $21.75 / hr base
- $1.25 /hr shift differential
Benefits:
- Potential for $0 premium for medical
- Health Risk Assessment (Annual)
- Company paid life insurance
- 401(k)
- Company pension
- Variable compensation when the business performs well
- Safety shoe allotment (annual)
- Uniform allotment (annual)
- Gym membership allotment (quarterly)
- Paid weekly
Shift Options
- 2nd shift: 3pm - 11pm
- 3rd shift: 11pm - 7am
Responsibilities
- Operate and Support Automated Production Lines – Assist with operating and monitoring automated machine lines; follow standard work instructions to keep production running smoothly and safely.
- Material Handling and Line Feeding – Load and unload raw materials and packaging components; stage materials at the line and keep flow consistent to prevent downtime.
- Quality Checks and Basic Measurements – Perform periodic in-process checks and basic measurements to confirm products meet quality standards; document checks as required.
- Sanitation and Work Area Organization – Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized workspace; follow GMP and food-safety expectations throughout the shift.
- Teamwork and Shift Support – Work collaboratively with teammates and supervisors; communicate issues, support changeovers, and step into new stations as training progresses.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Education – High school diploma or GED required.
- Experience – Manufacturing experience is helpful but not required; on the job training provided.
- Coachability and Growth Mindset – Willingness to learn new stations, take feedback, and grow into more advanced roles over time.
- Attitude and Team Collaboration – Positive, dependable, and respectful; able to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
Benefits:
- Potential for $0 premium for medical
- Health Risk Assessment (Annual)
- Company paid life insurance
- 401(k)
- Company pension
- Variable compensation when the business performs well
- Safety shoe allotment (annual)
- Uniform allotment (annual)
- Gym membership allotment (quarterly)
- Paid weekly
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