General Laborer

Waldo Solutions; Hancock Township (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

On-the-job training

Paid time off

Job summary

Vollwerth & Co. in Hancock, Michigan is seeking an entry-level General Laborer to join our production team. This full-time, on-site role supports daily manufacturing and packaging operations in a fast-paced food production environment.

No prior experience required as Vollwerth & Co. provides training; dependability, eagerness to learn, and a team-oriented attitude are highly valued. Starting pay is competitive with benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work Monday–Friday and alternate Saturdays in summer.
• Ability to stand for 8–10 hours.
• Physically capable of working in a fast-paced production environment.
• No prior experience required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist in producing and packaging products in a manufacturing environment.
• Operate food processing machinery as needed.
• Follow manufacturing procedures and quality control guidelines to ensure product consistency and safety.
• Handle materials and tools for assembly line production.
• Support the production team in various fabrication and tooling activities.
• Perform basic math calculations for measuring and production tasks.
• Follow direction from supervisors and maintain a positive, team-focused attitude.

Skills

Team collaboration

Reading & following instructions

Fast-paced environment

Strong work ethic

Math basics

Tools

Food processing machinery

Job description

Vollwerth & Co. seeks a motivated, entry-level General Laborer to join our Production team in Hancock, Michigan. This full-time position plays an important role in supporting daily manufacturing and packaging operations in a fast-paced food production environment.

Previous experience is not required – we provide training for individuals who are dependable, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to a team-oriented workplace.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in producing and packaging products in a manufacturing environment.
• Operate food processing machinery as needed.
• Follow manufacturing procedures and quality control guidelines to ensure product consistency and safety.
• Handle materials and tools for assembly line production.
• Support the production team in various fabrication and tooling activities.
• Perform basic math calculations for measuring and production tasks.
• Follow direction from supervisors and maintain a positive, team-focused attitude.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to work Monday through Friday.
• Ability to work every other Saturday during the summer months.
• Ability to stand for extended periods (8-10 hours).
• Physically capable of working in a fast-paced production environment.
• Previous experience in manufacturing or meat processing preferred but not required.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong work ethic and collaborative team mindset.

SCHEDULE: Full-time. In-person position based in Hancock, Michigan.

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS:

• Starting pay from $16.00 per hour.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee discount.
• Flexible spending account.
• Life insurance.
• On-the job training.
• Paid time off.

About Vollwerth & Co:

Founded in 1915 in Hancock, Michigan, Vollwerth & Co. has been producting high-quality sausage using traditional recipes for over a century. What began in the basement of founder Richard Vollwerth's home has grown into a multi-generational family business serving customers throughout Michigan and Wisconsin. We remain committed to crafting products from the freshest ingredients while honoring the traditions that built our reputation for quality.

Vollwerth & Co. is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.