Food Production Associate - Flexible Schedule, Direct Hire

Superior-Skilled-Trades; Hackettstown (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Superior Skilled Trades partnered with a rapidly growing food manufacturing company in Hackettstown, NJ, seeking dependable Production Associates to join the team. You will support daily production line operations, assist with food preparation and packaging, monitor product quality, and maintain a clean and safe manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate is reliable, detail‑oriented, and comfortable performing hands-on, repetitive tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform repetitive, hands-on production tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify product quality or packaging issues.
• Dependable attendance, punctuality, and strong work ethic.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established production procedures.
• Basic reading, writing, and communication skills to complete production documentation.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and adapt to changing production needs.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends when required.
• Ability to reliably commute to Hackettstown, NJ.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Support daily production line operations to ensure efficient manufacturing and consistent product quality.
• Load and replenish raw materials, ingredients, and packaging supplies throughout the production process.
• Assist with food preparation, dough processing, cutting, frying, seasoning, and packaging operations.
• Monitor production equipment and product flow to identify jams, delays, or quality concerns.
• Hand-pack, weigh, and seal finished products according to established packaging specifications.
• Inspect finished products for quality, including appearance, consistency, seasoning coverage, and packaging accuracy.
• Perform routine weight checks and verify proper packaging seals.
• Maintain accurate production records, quality logs, and batch tracking documentation.
• Follow established SOPs, GMP, and food safety requirements.
• Assist with production line changeovers, equipment cleaning, and sanitation procedures.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary workstations throughout the shift.
• Monitor inventory of raw materials and packaging supplies to prevent production interruptions.
• Follow all workplace safety procedures and properly utilize required PPE.
• Communicate equipment issues, product defects, and safety concerns to production supervisors.
• Rotate between production stations as needed to support daily manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with production team members to meet quality, safety, and productivity goals.

Skills

Repetitive tasks

Attention to detail

Dependable attendance

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Commute to Hackettstown

Job description

Superior Skilled Trades partnered with a rapidly growing food manufacturing company in Hackettstown, NJ, seeking dependable Production Associates to join the team. You will support daily production line operations, assist with food preparation and packaging, monitor product quality, and maintain a clean and safe manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate is reliable, detail‑oriented, and comfortable performing hands-on, repetitive tasks in a fast-paced setting.