General- Labor

Seneca Fruit; Dayton (OR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Seneca Foods Corporation is seeking a General Labor Associate in Dayton, Oregon. Under supervision of the Production Supervisor, you will complete basic tasks on the line and support other departments as needed to keep operations running smoothly.

Responsibilities include weighing totes, closing and covering totes, cleaning the work area, and adhering to GMPs. This role requires physical stamina and willingness to work rotating shifts including weekends and overtime.

Qualifications

• Basic communication and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Willingness to learn GMP and PPE procedures.

Responsibilities

• Weigh totes of product to the correct weight.
• Close and cover full totes.
• Clean up spills and maintain a clean work area.
• Keep product in totes from over-filling.
• Assist with removing full totes from the line.
• Relieve other departments as required.
• Adhere to GMPs and PPE procedures.
• Prepare the working area at start and end of shift.
• Work rotating shifts, including weekends and overtime.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Good communication

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GMP training

PPE usage

Job description

Description

Seneca Foods is one of North America's leading providers of packaged fruits and vegetables with facilities located throughout the United States. Our high quality products are primarily sourced from over 1,400 American farms. Seneca holds the largest share of the retail private label, food service, and export canned vegetable markets, distributing to over 90 countries. Products are also sold under the brands of Libby’s®, Aunt Nellie’s®, READ®, Seneca Farms®, Green Valley®, Green Giant (Shelf-Stable)®, CherryMan®, Paradise®, Pennant®, and Seneca labels, including Seneca snack chips. Seneca also provides vegetable products to other companies under various co-pack arrangements.

Seneca Foods offers an excellent benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, 401K, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off and more! Help us make our Farm Fresh Goodness Great!

Location: Dayton, OR 97114.

General- Labor Category: Gray & Company

Position Summary

WORKS UNDER THE SUPERVISON OF THE PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR AND IS RESPONSIBLE TO COMPLETE ANY GENERAL WORK TASKS GIVEN.

Essential Functions

• Weigh totes of product to the correct weight.
• Close and cover full totes.
• Clean up spills and maintain a clean work area.
• Keep product in totes from over-filling.
• Assist with removing full totes from the line.
• Able to start work 30 minutes before shift starts.
• Relieve other departments as required.
• Adhere to the principles of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Prepare the working area at the start and end of each shift.
• Available to work rotating shifts (swing, graveyard), to include weekends and required overtime.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Competencies And Certifications Required

• Knowledge of different weights of products.
• Knowledge of different sizes and styles of fruit.
• Good communication skills.
• Trained on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Trained and knowledgeable in the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Must pass respiratory fitness test.
• May be cross-trained in other job duties.

Physical Demands of Job

• Frequent standing and walking.
• Frequent climbing, bending, stooping and twisting.
• Frequent pushing and pulling – up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional lifting or pulling – up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work under pressure, handle stress, and/or multi-task.

Work Environment

• Wet or humid conditions.
• Hot or cold temperatures.
• Exposure to brine (salt, sulfur dioxide, calcium chloride) fumes.

Seneca Foods Corporation is committed to providing equal opportunity for all, through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. Seneca Foods Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at [e-mail] or call 585-495-4100.