General Factory Worker

Zep Inc.; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Zep Inc. is hiring for a General Factory Worker in Emerson, GA. The role involves standing for long periods, lifting cases up to 50 pounds, and performing line-related tasks to support production. Prior line operator and manufacturing experience are preferred.

Responsibilities include material handling, batch code checks, and flexible line positioning. Safety, lean practices, and teamwork are essential to success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to move/lift cases weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand/walk up to 8 hours per shift.
• Basic math skills, read, write and understand English.
• Previous Line Operator experience preferred.
• Previous manufacturing experience, including machine operator experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and provide raw materials to the line.
• Check Batch Codes.
• May work at all line positions (triggers, packing, stacking, wrapping, inserting finished product into cartons).
• Conduct visual inspection of all products being produced.
• May assist in changeover, setups, and QC hourly audits.
• Timely report issues to Line Operator/Supervisor.
• Follow safety rules and housekeeping standards.
• Practice lean principles and participate in events.

Skills

Manual lifting

English literacy

Safety oriented

Lean manufacturing

Manufacturing experience

Machine operator experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

## General Factory WorkerApply: Emerson, GA: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: End Date: October 9, 2026 (1 day left to apply): J109702**About Zep Inc.** Zep Inc. is a leading manufacturer of cleaning solutions for businesses and consumers with operations across the U.S, Canada, and Europe. Our purpose is to make the planet cleaner, safer, and more productive. To fulfill our purpose, we focus on understanding and solving cleaning needs for consumers, as well as business customers across a variety of segments including transportation, industrial, institutional, and food & beverage. We also have a strong presence in the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) segment, where we develop products to help consumers and businesses maintain a clean and safe environment. Our products can be found online and at retail shelves at outlets like Home Depot, Amazon, Lowe’s, Ace Hardware, Grainger, HD Supply, Walmart, and many others. We market our products under well recognized and established brand names, such as Zep, Enforcer, Misty, TimeMist, TimeWick, and Country Vet. Zep was founded in 1937 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA. In 2021, Zep became the official cleaning partner of Atlanta United FC.Job Description:Requirements • High School Diploma or equivalent • Must be able to move/lift cases weighing up to 50 pounds • Must be able to stand/walk up to 8 hours per shift • Previous Line Operator experience preferred • Previous manufacturing experience, including machine operator experience preferred • Basic math skills, read, write and understand EnglishResponsibilities • Inspect and provide raw materials to the line. • Check Batch Codes. • May work at all line positions (triggers, packing, stacking, wrapping, inserting finished product into cartons). • Conduct visual inspection of all products being produced. • May assist in changeover, setups, and QC hourly audits. • Timely report issues to Line Operator/Supervisor. • Follow safety rules and housekeeping standards. • Practice lean principles and participate in events.**Our Values**At Zep, we have developed a set of values focused on bringing even greater cohesion to our workplace. As part of this plan, we introduced a values framework called S.P.E.E.D. to align with our purpose of making the planet cleaner, safer, and more productive.* **Stewardship:** We continuously improve the safety of our people and products, and we protect the planet by innovating solutions to reduce our environmental impact.* **Passion for Problem Solving**: We listen to our customers and actively work to find solutions for unique situations. We think creatively to innovate and seize opportunities that will drive growth and make all our customers’ and consumers’ lives better.* **Empowerment**: We encourage and lead our people to be accountable by equipping them to make decisions and own the outcome* **Expertise**: We create innovative solutions and partnerships that are relevant to service our communities and customers.* **Doing the Right Thing**: We expect our people to understand ethical boundaries and be inclusive of other backgrounds, ideas, and perspectives. Demonstrating honesty, respect and integrity in all actions is always expected.Zep Inc. is an organization that is committed to diversity within its workforce and encourages all interested candidates, including women, minorities, & former military personnel to apply. It is the policy of Zep Inc. that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability or sexual orientation.As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, Zep Inc. provides full employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, ancestry, or veteran status or any other distinction outlined in all applicable federal, state, and local laws.