3rd Shift Production Associate — Bakery with Benefits & Growth

McKee Foods; Stuarts Draft (VA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Profit-sharing cash bonus program

401(k) with matching contributions

Paid Time Off

Job summary

McKee Foods is seeking a Production Associate, 3rd Shift, to join our Manufacturing team in Stuarts Draft, VA. This entry-level role offers on-the-job training in our modern bakery and exposes you to multiple packaging tasks in a hands-on environment.

You will operate basic line equipment, inspect quality, and assist with wrapping, palletizing, and loading. The job requires lifting up to 50 lbs frequently and up to 100 lbs occasionally, with safety as a priority.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and do basic math.
• Good decision making skills.
• Works well independently and as a member of the team.
• Able to perform repetitive motions while sitting or standing for duration of entire shift.
• Positive attitude.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Good overall work and safety record.

Responsibilities

• Performing minor line equipment set ups, moving product trays, conducting product inspections.
• Monitoring: inspecting product quality and removing defects.
• Feeding: placing product onto a moving track for wrapping and catching: placing wrapped product into cartons.
• Loading and Unloading: moving materials onto pallets, trays, racks, and shelves.
• Case-packing/palletizing: placing cartons into shipping cases and/or stacking shipping cases onto pallets.
• Operating: operating power hoists and electric pallet jacks to lift heavy objects.
• General Duties: Record product data using a computer.
• Maintain a clean work area and practice good personal hygiene.
• Keeps waste to a minimum while ensuring products meet quality specifications and food safety standards.
• Follow proper safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Reading & writing

Basic math

Decision making

Independent worker

Team player

Repetitive motions

Positive attitude

Self-supervision

Safety conscious

Job description

McKee Foods is seeking a Production Associate, 3rd Shift, to join our Manufacturing team in Stuarts Draft, VA. This entry-level role offers on-the-job training in our modern bakery and exposes you to multiple packaging tasks in a hands-on environment.

You will operate basic line equipment, inspect quality, and assist with wrapping, palletizing, and loading. The job requires lifting up to 50 lbs frequently and up to 100 lbs occasionally, with safety as a priority.