General Labor 2nd shift

Michael Foods; Wakefield (NE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

401(K) retirement plan

Long‑Term Disability, Accident, and LT

Life Insurance

No waiting period for PTO and Holidays

Incentive Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement and on‑the‑job培训

Voluntary Benefits including HSA/FSA

Hand-eye coordination and physical dex

Job summary

Michael Foods Wakefield facility seeks a hardcooked laborer to perform essential production and labor duties in the hard-cooked department. Responsibilities include inspecting product, labeling, ensuring correct counts, and maintaining quality; this role supports safety and food safety procedures.

Work involves cleaning, following SOPs, and complying with GMPs. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, teamwork, and readiness for flexible hours including weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Education and experience: Less than high school education required.
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
• Proficient with computer touch screens to operate production lines.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a pallet jack license; pallet jacks experience preferred.
• Basic literacy and numeracy; ability to read simple words and numbers.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect finished product packaging for shell fragments, grades, and accurate egg counts.
• Assist in egg quality inspection and remove broken eggs and shell fragments.
• Apply labels to tubs and understand date codes and item numbers.
• Ensure bags and pails are sealed and clean.
• Assist operators with machine start-ups and film changes.
• Stack tubs of finished product onto pallets and load flats onto conveyors.
• Stage eggs from totes onto preparation tables; operate in cold, wet, and noisy environments.
• Maintain cleanliness and follow SOPs; adhere to GMPs and sanitary guidelines.
• Report issues affecting food safety, quality, or safety to management.
• Follow safety policies; maintain regulatory compliance; willingness to work weekends and overtime.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Touch screen operation

Basic math skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Independent or collaborative work

Education

Less than high school education

Tools

Pallet jack

Pallet jack license

Job description

Location

Wakefield is one of the largest production facilities within Michael Foods. We serve as a flex plant and can produce everything from a whole pasteurized egg to liquid, dried, hardboiled, and curds.

Responsibilities

Hardcooked Laborers perform a variety of essential production and labor duties within the hard‑cooked department. Responsibilities include inspecting product and packaging, ensuring correct labeling and counts, and maintaining quality standards. This role supports safety protocols and adheres to food safety and quality procedures to enhance product consistency.

• Inspect finished product packaging for shell fragments, grades, and accurate egg counts.
• Assist in egg quality inspection, removing broken eggs and shell fragments as necessary.
• Apply correct labels to tubs and understand date codes and item numbers.
• Ensure bags and pails are properly sealed and clean.
• Assist operators with machine start‑ups and film changes.
• Stack tubs of finished product onto designated pallets.
• Load flats of eggs onto conveyor belts manually.
• Stage eggs from totes onto preparation tables.
• Perform checks on pasteurizers, metal detectors, and brine solutions.
• Maintain cleanliness in the production area.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for consistent performance.
• Adhere to safe work practices, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and sanitary conditions to uphold product quality and safety.
• Report any issues affecting food safety, quality, or personnel safety to management.
• Ensure a safe and healthy workplace by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain regulatory compliance at all times.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Less than high school education required.

• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
• Proficient in using computer touch screens to operate production lines.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a company pallet jack license; experience with pallet jacks preferred.
• Basic literacy skills to read and understand simple words and numbers.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Capability to follow oral instructions and apply common sense understanding.
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills and effective teamwork.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. safely.
• Capable of working independently or collaboratively in a team environment.
• Self‑motivated with a proactive approach to tasks.
• Exhibits responsible behavior and adaptability to change.
• Comfortable working in diverse environmental conditions (cold, wet, noisy, dusty, humid).

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• 401(K) retirement plan
• Long‑Term Disability, Accident Coverage and Life Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance and Short‑Term Disability provided at company expense
• No waiting period for PTO and Holiday Pay
• Incentive Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement and on‑the‑job training
• Voluntary Benefits including Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
• Good hand‑eye coordination and physical agility for manual tasks.