General Laborer

HP Hood; Town of Orleans (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus: $500 after 90 days

Retention bonus: $1000 after 1 year

Job summary

HP Hood in New York is seeking a Standby Operator to support daily production on filling and packaging lines. The role involves long shifts, standing, bending and lifting up to 50 lbs, and working with dairy processing equipment. Shifts may vary weekly and schedule is assigned by plant needs.

GED or high school diploma required; manufacturing experience preferred. We offer a sign‑on/retention bonus with $500 after 90 days and $1000 after one year, along with a comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• GED or High School Diploma required.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.
• Basic Computer Skills preferred.
• Excellent Troubleshoot Experience.
• Ability to work well with people.
• Communication skills are a must.
• Multi-tasked individual.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate filling and packaging equipment on a production line.
• Support dairy processing equipment in key areas.
• Comply with New York State regulations and GMPs.
• Follow all plant safety policies and OSHA regulations.
• Adhere to local union CBA guidelines.
• Perform plant cleaning and general maintenance tasks.
• Complete environmental and production paperwork accurately.
• Maintain relationships with external agencies (sanitation authorities, vendors).
• Support SQF tasks and keep work area sanitary.
• Maintain coordination with plant supervisors and managers.
• Attend required training and daily production meetings.

Skills

Troubleshoot

Communication

Independent worker

Team player

Multi-tasking

Basic computer skills

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Manufacturing experience preferred

Job description

Sign On / Retention Bonus

• 90 Days = $500.00
• 1 Year = $1000.00

Are you a self‑driven person looking to advance your career as a high‑impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety, and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super‑regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Job Summary

The duties of this position may involve operating machines for long periods and repetitive bending and lifting of 50 lbs frequently. Shifts may vary during a week and days off may not be consecutive. The Standby Operator covers where there is the most need. There is no guarantee of what shift will be worked week to week but team member will be scheduled weekly.

Job Responsibilities

• Daily Operations of filling and packaging equipment in a production line setting.
• Operations of equipment in key areas of dairy processing.
• Compliance with New York State regulations.
• Adherence to all plant GMP and sanitation policies.
• Compliance with all OSHA regulations as well as 100% plant safety policies.
• Following all guidelines and rules associated with local unions CBA.
• Operate a variety of tools and equipment; performs general plant cleaning and grounds maintenance.
• Maintain and complete required environmental and production paperwork. Accurate documentation.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with external agencies (sanitation authorities, equipment vendors, etc).
• Support SQF by completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
• Maintain positive relationships with plant supervisors and managers.

General

• Perform above functions in assigned areas of responsibility.
• Perform assigned duties with minimal supervision.
• Respond and perform assigned duties in a timely manner.
• Perform assigned duties following "GOOD MANUFACTURING PRACTICES".
• Attend Daily Production Meeting if required.
• Maintain records and logs as required.
• Support change over and start up of assigned area.
• Attend all mandatory training.

Education and Experience

• GED or High School Diploma.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.
• Basic Computer Skill preferred.
• Excellent Troubleshoot Experience.
• Ability to work well with people.
• Communication skills are a must.
• Multi-tasked Individual.
• Ability to work independently.

Physical Requirements

• Standing: Long periods (a minimum of 8+ hours).
• Sitting: Occasionally for short periods.
• Walking: Long periods.
• Bending: Frequently.
• Lifting: Heavy (50+ lbs) frequently.
• Carrying: Heavy (40‑60 lbs) frequently distance.
• Pushing/Pulling: under 75 lbs without assistance frequently.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled "VERVRAA Federal Contractor"