General Labor - Second Shift

Post Holdings Inc.; Wakefield (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

401(K) retirement plan

Long-Term Disability and LifeInsurance

PTO and Holiday Pay

Job summary

Michael Foods, Inc. in Wakefield, Nebraska, is hiring Hardcooked Laborers to perform essential production and labor duties in the hard-cooked department. You will inspect product and packaging, ensure correct labeling and counts, and support safety and quality procedures to maintain consistency.

The role requires flexibility for weekends/holidays/overtime and prior manufacturing experience is preferred. Basic math, literacy, and teamwork are essential, with training on SOPs, GMPs, and equipment

Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Proficient in using computer touch screens to operate production lines.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a pallet jack license; experience with pallet jacks preferred.
• Basic literacy to read and understand simple words and numbers.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Follow oral instructions with common sense.
• Demonstrates teamwork and positive interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs safely.

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 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 SOPs for consistent performance.
• Adhere to GMPs and sanitary conditions to uphold product quality and safety.
• Report issues affecting food safety, quality, or personnel safety to management.
• Maintain a safe 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.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Touch screen operation

Basic literacy

Effective communication

Basic math

Teamwork

Self-motivated

Safety awareness

Education

Less than high school education

Tools

Pallet jack

Job description

Job Description

Brand: Michael Foods Inc.

Categories: Operations Production

Locations: Wakefield, Nebraska

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Remote Eligible: No

Req ID: 31491

Business Unit Overview

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food.

Location Description

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

Responsibilities

Position Summary:

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.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• 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.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

• 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.

Position Summary:

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.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• 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.

Education and Experience:

• Less than high school education required.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

• 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.

Post Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a covered veteran and any other category protected under applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)