General Production

Hickory Foods Inc.; Nebraska; On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hickory Foods Inc. in Nebraska is seeking a General Production worker to operate a range of manufacturing processes under supervision. The role emphasizes meeting production standards and following GMPs in a fast-paced, refrigerated environment.

You will train over a 90-day period to reach minimum daily production standards, communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers, and maintain safety by using PPE and adhering to attendance expectations.

Qualifications

• Must follow GMPs.
• Ability to maintain concentration while performing tasks.
• Able to wear PPE and work in refrigerated environment.
• Willing to fill in for other positions when needed.
• Regular attendance and punctuality required.

Responsibilities

• Follow GMPs to ensure product quality.
• Grip and operate tools with the dominant hand using proper technique.
• Visually inspect products or complete tasks.
• Ensure products are within specification.
• Wear all safety and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Fill in for other positions when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

GMP compliance

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Teamwork

Punctuality

Physical stamina

Education

On-the-job training available

Job description

Job Title: General Production

Department: Production Department

Reports to: Production Supervisor

FLSA: Hourly

SUMMARY

Assigned under the general supervision of the Production Supervisor to utilize a variety of FPC processes, equipment,
Or tools to meet production standards or specifications. It may be titled General Production.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Must be able to firmly grip all tools used with the dominant hand, using proper technique to complete the required tasks.
• Visually inspect products or complete tasks.
• Must be able to ensure products are within specification.
• Required to wear all safety and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• You may be required to “fill in” for other positions when needed.
• Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

QUALIFICATIONS

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to maintain concentration while performing tasks over the period.
• Ability to coordinate actions about others’ actions.
• Documented good safety and attendance record.
• Demonstrated commitment to the GMPs.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers.
• Regular attendance at work and punctuality are essential job functions.
• Ability to deal with stress and get along with co-workers and all other management staff.
• Ability to work safely, and wear all personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Will train as necessary allowing ninety (90) days to reach and maintain minimum daily production standards.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to speak effectively and communicate with others. Applies broad knowledge of products when speaking with others.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables and in situations where only limited experience may exist. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to use hands and fingers, handle, or feel with hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, full range of body motion to include lifting, twisting, bending reaching outward, pushing, pulling, bending and stooping.
• May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Stand on concrete surfaces, and can be exposed to indoor manufacturing environment with exposure to noise from equipment.
• Climb stairs and ladders.
• Must have the ability to work in a refrigerated environment of 35 to 45 degrees F.
• The job is fast-paced and the ability to deal with stress is essential.

Fulltime regular positions that work Monday through Friday, generally work 8 hours per day, with minimal overtime. Travel is not required for this position.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Our company is a privately owned manufacturing company. We offer benefits that reflect our commitment to attracting and retaining great people. This includes excellent pay, competitive health and dental care coverage, and a retirement plan.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We value a diverse work environment and encourage qualified individuals to apply, regardless of race, religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, gender and age. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.