1st Shift Pallet Builder

Pete and Gerrys Organics LLC; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Paid volunteer time

9 paid holidays

401(k) with 4% employer match

Disability and life insurance

Opportunities for advancement

Maternity and paternity leave

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Footwear reimbursement for onsite

Free eggs weekly for onsite employees

Job summary

Pete & Gerry's Organics is hiring for a packaging associate responsible for palletizing finished cartons and performing final inspections on the clean side of the processing plant. You will monitor date codes and ensure product quality per customer requirements, while supporting a team-focused, animal-welfare aligned culture.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for extended periods, and prior processing environment experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in a processing environment preferred.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Stage materials for processing including pallets and trays.
• Change tape on machine during start or downtime.
• Assist with labeling and staging of boxes or cartons.
• Palletize boxes according to customer labels.
• Inspect for damage and stack boxes neatly.
• Notify Team Leaders of shortages per the daily plan.
• Monitor date codes on finished cases per customer requirements.

Skills

Physical strength

Endurance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Healthy Hens, Healthy Eggs, Heathy Planet:

At Pete & Gerry's, we were first to do it better, and are still doing it best. For nearly 30 years, we've been on a mission to produce healthy, delicious eggs and partner with family farms for meaningful impact. By raising hens outdoors as nature intended, we stay true to our roots every step of the way by keeping animal welfare, planet-friendly farming practices, and high-quality taste and nutrition at the heart of all we do, so you can always believe in what you buy.

Healthy Together:

At Pete & Gerry’s, we believe that when we care for each other, we all thrive. Across our farms, offices, and communities, we act as one flock - united by respect, collaboration, and a shared commitment to doing what’s right. We create an environment where every person feels valued, supported, and empowered to grow, because our success depends on the wellbeing of the people who make our mission possible.

The Role at a Glance:

This position is responsible for palletizing finished cartons for product on the clean side of the processing plant. This position is responsible for the final inspection of the finished carton box. Duties include monitoring the date code on finished cases per customer specific requirements and monitoring for damaged or compromised product.

How You’ll Create Greater Impact:

In this role, you’ll help deliver the highest quality product while upholding our unwavering commitment to animal welfare, food safety, and responsible farming. You’ll act boldly, embrace continuous improvement, and partner with teammates and customers to deliver wins.

• Stage materials for days processing including pallets, cardboard, and pallet trays
• Change tape on machine in the morning or downtime
• Assist with labeling and staging of boxes or cartons as needed
• Palletize boxes per customer label
• Stack boxes neatly inspecting for any damage
• Inform Team Leaders of any shortages of required counts per Daily Processing Plan
• Monitor date code on finished cases per customer requirements

What You’ll Bring to the Flock:

We are one team - united by respect and a shared commitment to doing what’s right. What we do every day connects to something bigger.You’ll bring your experience, perspective, and pride in your work. We value collaboration, curiosity, and diverse viewpoints - because they make our flock stronger.

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experience in a processing environment preferred
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time

Work Schedule & Hours:

• 1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 6:30 AM - end of production
• Weekend hours as needed per production
• Shifts up to 12 hours per day, based on operational needs
• Start and end times may vary due to truck arrivals, order fulfillment, machine downtime, or production changes
• Flexibility required to adjust schedule as needed

Tending to our Flock:

We care for our people the same way we care for our hens - with attention, respect, and balance. Our benefits are designed to support real life and whole wellbeing.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Paid volunteer time
• 9 paid holidays
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Disability and life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• Footwear reimbursement for onsite employees
• Onsite employees receive free eggs weekly; remote employees receive coupons for free eggs
• Breakfast or lunch events from time to time.
• A team grounded in a shared mission: Healthy Hens, Healthy Eggs, Healthy Planet.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Pete & Gerry’s Organics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a community built on respect and shared purpose. Every person belongs here - because our strength comes from the diversity of people and perspectives that make us who we are.

We are an E-Verify employer. After accepting an offer, we will use E-Verify to confirm your eligibility to work in the United States by comparing information from your Form I-9 with records from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration.