General Production - 2nd shift Van Wert, OH

Cooper Farms Inc.; Van Wert (OH); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid vacation immediately after hire

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Same Day Pay Available

Referral Bonus

Yearly wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Cooper Farms Inc. is seeking 2nd shift General Production team members at their Van Wert Cooked Meats Plant. The role involves operating equipment, ensuring quality control, and completing paperwork in compliance with safety guidelines.

Starting pay is $18 per hour, with potential increases after 90 days, along with benefits such as paid vacation, insurance, and profit-sharing opportunities. Ideal candidates are 18+, able to lift 50 pounds, and can work in cooler environments.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to be on feet for prolonged periods.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain equipment as per procedures.
• Ensure compliance with production, quality, and safety guidelines.
• Report any abnormalities in the process.

Skills

Ability to operate and maintain departmental equipment

Ability to work in a cool, damp environment

Efficient in completing required paperwork

Job description

• Location 6793 US-127,Van Wert, OH, 45891,United States
• Base Pay $18.00 / Hour
• Job Category General Labor
• Employee Type Full-Time

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Cooper Farms is a family‑owned farm and food company based in Northwest Ohio for over 85 years. A commitment to teamwork and quality has made us one of the top turkey, hog and egg companies in the U.S. and awarded the company and its team an excellent reputation. Our Van Wert Cooked Meats Plant in Van Wert County, Ohio creates, cooks, and slices some of the highest quality deli products on the market for brands you know and trust. Cooper Farms is currently seeking 2nd shift General Production team members to join our team in Van Wert.

SHIFT HOURS: Monday through Friday 2:30pm-11:00pm or 3:30pm-12:00am

STARTING HOURLY RATE: $18.00 with the potential of increasing to $18.25 after 90 days.

ADDITIONAL PAY: Monthly and year‑end profit‑sharing bonuses (dependent upon company performance)

All training will be provided for this entry level position. Job functions include:

• Operating and maintaining knowledge of the departmental equipment and operations
• Ensuring that all assigned procedures are carried out in an efficient manner in accordance with production/quality/safety guideline
• Working with others to ensure all areas are up to standard and reporting any abnormalities.
• Accurately completing all required paperwork

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age
• Ability to be on feet for prolonged periods of time
• Must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 100 pounds.
• Must be able to work in a cool, damp environment

Benefits

• Generous paid vacation immediately after hire
• Same Day Pay Available
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• $300 yearly wellness reimbursement
• Referral Bonus
• Great deals on Cooper Farms deli and turkey products