Production Associate

River Valley Foods

City of Syracuse (NY)

On-site

USD 28,929 - 31,684

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Paid Time Off

Health, prescription, and dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee purchase program

Job summary

A family-owned food distribution company in Syracuse is seeking a Production Associate to support daily production and packaging activities. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail and teamwork skills. Responsibilities include operating equipment and maintaining quality standards. Benefits include flexible paid time off and health insurance. If you are reliable and committed to quality, apply today for this full-time role.

Qualifications

1-2 years of experience in food manufacturing or packaging preferred.
Basic math, computer, and measurement abilities are necessary.
Reliable, organized, and adaptable to shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

Support daily production, packaging, and material-handling activities.
Operate production and packaging equipment safely.
Maintain clean and organized work areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Teamwork

Organization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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River Valley Foods is a family‑owned distribution company based in Syracuse, NY, serving retail customers across the northeastern United States. River Valley Foods distributes a wide range of specialty dry and frozen grocery items and consumable products out of warehouses in Syracuse, NY. This range is provided by River Valley Foods. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$21.00/hr - $23.00/hr

Overview

We’re looking for a reliable, detail‑oriented Production Associate to join our team! In this role, you’ll support daily production, packaging, and material‑handling activities while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:45pm

Wages

$21.00 - $23.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities

Follow all company SOPs, GMPs, HACCP, and OSHA safety standards.
Operate production and packaging equipment, scales, forklifts, and hand jacks (training provided).
Complete production and quality documentation accurately and on time.
Inspect containers, labels, and date codes for accuracy and consistency.
Set up, adjust, and clean equipment according to SOPs and food safety guidelines.
Maintain clean, organized, and audit‑ready work areas.
Report equipment, process, or quality issues to the supervisor or lead.
Support training, sanitation, and continuous improvement efforts.
Work collaboratively with team members to meet production goals.
Use personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly and consistently.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Fast‑paced, team‑oriented food production setting.
Temperature and humidity may vary based on product and process.
Frequent standing, walking, lifting, bending, and handling raw food ingredients.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
1–2 years of experience in food manufacturing or packaging preferred (training provided).
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Reliable, organized, and adaptable to shifting priorities.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Basic math, computer, and measurement abilities.
Consistent attendance and punctuality.

Career Path

Team members who demonstrate strong performance, skill growth, and reliability may advance into a Production Lead role.

If you’re committed to safety, quality, and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today to join our growing production team.

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