1st Shift Assembly & Packaging Specialist

Mom; Grinnell (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mom's Meals is seeking a Utility Support Associate to assist Machine Operators on the assembly line across blanching, fast freeze, bagging and packaging areas. The role supports production goals and requires ability to lift 20–50 lbs and work 6:00am–4:00pm, Monday through Thursday.

You will help with packaging, pallets, sanitation, and following GMPs and food safety guidelines to meet USDA and FDA standards. A reliable, team-oriented candidate with manufacturing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing experience required.
• Excellent performance and attendance record with a good food and general safety record; a motivated team player.
• Demonstrated commitment to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and other food safety rules.
• Behaviors aligned with core values: Teamwork, Dependability, Appreciation & Respect, Innovation & Improvement, Nourishing Our Customers.

Responsibilities

• Assemble on the line, lifting 20–50 lbs at about one item per minute.
• Handle product safely and ensure measurements and weights are accurate and boxes/bags are properly sealed and labeled.
• Assist in making boxes, stacking, wrapping pallets, and other packaging and product movement activities.
• Assist in sanitation of machinery, using proper sanitation techniques with correct chemical handling.
• Follow GMPs and USDA and FDA standards.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Team player

GMPs knowledge

Food safety

Tools

Pallet jack experience

Forklift experience

Job description

Mom's Meals is seeking a Utility Support Associate to assist Machine Operators on the assembly line across blanching, fast freeze, bagging and packaging areas. The role supports production goals and requires ability to lift 20–50 lbs and work 6:00am–4:00pm, Monday through Thursday.

You will help with packaging, pallets, sanitation, and following GMPs and food safety guidelines to meet USDA and FDA standards. A reliable, team-oriented candidate with manufacturing experience is preferred.