Entry-Level Food Packer | Fast-Paced Packaging

Ajinomotocareers; Oakland (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. in Mississippi/Oakland is seeking an entry-level production associate to inspect pre-cooked products, monitor the pack-off area, and stack finished cases on pallets.

The role emphasizes manual packing to line standards, adherence to GMP and safety practices, and teamwork on the production line. You will lift up to 50 pounds, operate packaging equipment, and help ensure quality and proper labeling.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable and self-driven with good communication.
• Experience in a food manufacturing plant is preferred.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Inspect products to ensure quality per QC standards and dispose of non-compliant items.
• Manually assemble and/or pack product meeting line standards.
• Lift and move cases weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ensure correct pallet labeling, stack cases, and seal bags/boxes properly.
• Follow GMP and safety policies and maintain clean work areas.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Reliable

Good communication

Food manufacturing experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. in Mississippi/Oakland is seeking an entry-level production associate to inspect pre-cooked products, monitor the pack-off area, and stack finished cases on pallets.

The role emphasizes manual packing to line standards, adherence to GMP and safety practices, and teamwork on the production line. You will lift up to 50 pounds, operate packaging equipment, and help ensure quality and proper labeling.