Processing Associate I

Turning Point Brands, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Turning Point Brands, Inc. in Kentucky seeks a Processing Associate to support the production of finished tobacco products, including mixing inputs, applying flavorings, and cutting to specification for tubs and pucks. Shift is 6:00 AM–4:30 PM, Monday–Thursday.

Role emphasizes strict safety, accurate record keeping, GMP adherence, and equipment cleaning. You will operate production machinery and a forklift, with potential for special projects under the Manager Processing.

Qualifications

• Move/lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Stand, walk, lift, pull and push for 8–12 hours depending on shift.
• May require climbing ladders.
• Solid reading and basic math skills; ability to follow instructions.
• Know and act in accordance with FDA regulations and ISO9001 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures and ensure protective equipment and machine guards are in place.
• Complete daily production records accurately and file them properly.
• Operate machinery to produce quality products and perform quality checks.
• Operate forklift to move materials and products.
• Clean equipment daily in line with GMPs.

Skills

Safety procedures

Quality checks

Forklift operation

Record keeping

Reading and math

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

About the job

The Processing Associate is responsible for the production of finished tobacco that will be packaged in tubs and pucks. The process involves converting raw tobacco inputs by mixing and applying the appropriate flavorings and cutting the tobacco to the required specifications. The normal shift is 40 hours per week in a manufacturing environment, 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Thursday. This position may be assigned special projects, as determined by the Manager Processing.

Essential Functions

• Ensure Safety Procedures and manufacturing processes are followed (Personal protective equipment, production machinery has the proper safety guards in place and properly secured, lockout/tag out, etc.)
• Ensure all daily production records are completed accurately and properly filed
• Operate machinery to produce quality products and perform necessary quality checks
• Operate forklift
• Clean equipment daily in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to move/lift up to 50 pounds unassisted
• Ability to spend the required shift hours (8-12 depending on shift) standing, walking, lifting, pulling and pushing
• May require climbing of ladders
• Solid reading skills, basic math skills, and reasoning skills
• Responsible for being knowledgeable of and action in strict accordance with the requirements of all relevant laws, regulations, and Company policies, including among other areas, Food and Drug Administration regulations
• General awareness knowledge of the ISO9001 Quality Management System requirements, company Quality Policy and your contributions to the effectiveness of the QMS

Supplementary Information

This description is based upon management’s assessment of the requirements and functions of the job as of the date this description was prepared. It is a general guideline for managers and colleagues. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent.