Dairy Production Packer — Fast-Paced Growth

Butterball Farms, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Butterball Farms, Inc. is seeking a dedicated production associate to join our Butterball® Farms team. You will keep pace with the line, pack products into boxes, inspect items for defects, and ensure accurate labeling and packaging throughout each shift.

Responsibilities include metal detector checks, QA sampling, and maintaining a clean, safe work area. Prior food manufacturing experience is a plus, and punctuality with flexible scheduling is valued.

Qualifications

• Good eye-hand coordination and ability to read standard work instructions.
• Ability to work at a consistent, fast pace for extended periods.
• Flexibility to adjust work schedule to accommodate high work volumes.
• General math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Adherence to GMP policies and maintain product quality standards.
• Previous food manufacturing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Keep up with the production rate and pack products into boxes.
• Visually inspect the products for defects.
• Monitor the consistency and weight of the butter to ensure within range.
• Assemble boxes and place bags inside.
• Enter information to create labels and print them.
• Perform hourly metal detector checks.
• Gather butter samples for QA testing.
• Work at a fast pace and multitask efficiently.
• Create skid patterns and stack boxes per product specs.
• Use a tape gun to close boxes or operate a tape machine.
• Verify date, lot code, and label on products being run.
• Enter downtime or line/product issues into RedZone via tablet.
• Transport finished products to the freezer and wrap skids.
• Maintain a clean work area and assist in cleaning after run.
• Perform additional tasks as requested.

Skills

Eye-hand coordination

Read work instructions

Fast pace

High-speed production line

Flexible scheduling

General math

GMP compliance

Food manufacturing experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Butterball Farms, Inc. is seeking a dedicated production associate to join our Butterball® Farms team. You will keep pace with the line, pack products into boxes, inspect items for defects, and ensure accurate labeling and packaging throughout each shift.

Responsibilities include metal detector checks, QA sampling, and maintaining a clean, safe work area. Prior food manufacturing experience is a plus, and punctuality with flexible scheduling is valued.