1st Shift Production Operator - Packaging & Forklift

Furst-McNess Company; Cordele (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Disability Insurance

PPE provided

Job summary

Furst-McNess Company in Cordele, GA is seeking a full-time Production Operator for a Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm shift with possible overtime. The role involves safely manufacturing and packaging high-quality feed and minerals, operating production equipment, and maintaining GMP-compliant, clean work areas.

Ideal candidates are dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to quality and safety. Prior manufacturing or warehouse experience is preferred, and forklift certification is welcome.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in manufacturing, production, or warehousing preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred; willingness to obtain certification.
• English literacy and basic math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing, production, and packaging equipment.
• Package product and stack bags or bulk product onto pallets.
• Measure, prepare and add materials according to work instructions.
• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to move materials and finished goods.
• Load and unload bulk materials from trucks or other deliveries.
• Perform routine equipment checks, report maintenance needs.
• Follow inventory procedures and repair damaged bags or pallets as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area; complete housekeeping tasks.
• Complete production, quality, and safety documentation accurately.
• Follow all safety guidelines and GMP requirements.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals.

Skills

Read/Write/Speak English

Basic math skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork and reliability

Fast-paced work tolerance

Willingness to learn equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Furst-McNess Company in Cordele, GA is seeking a full-time Production Operator for a Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm shift with possible overtime. The role involves safely manufacturing and packaging high-quality feed and minerals, operating production equipment, and maintaining GMP-compliant, clean work areas.

Ideal candidates are dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to quality and safety. Prior manufacturing or warehouse experience is preferred, and forklift certification is welcome.