Production Associate

Performance Foodservice; West Salem (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food distribution is looking for a Production Associate (Meat Wrapper) in West Salem, WI. The role involves packing and handling meat products, ensuring quality standards, and maintaining a clean workspace. Offering competitive pay, starting at $18 per hour, and opportunities for growth in a safe and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with potential for growth.
• Ability to lift 10-35 pounds regularly, up to 60-90 pounds.
• Work in cold temperatures required.

Responsibilities

• Pack meat in boxes, seal, label and stack finished products.
• Perform safety checks and obtain supplies for operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the packaging area.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

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Performance Foodservice provided pay range

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Base pay range

$18.00/hr - $18.00/hr

Company Description

Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Job Description

Position Details

• Production Associate (Meat Wrapper)
• Starting Rate: $18 per hour and up based on experience
• Schedule: Mon - Fri / 1st Shift / No Weekends.
• Start Time: 8am until finish
• Work Location: 1130 industrial Ave., West Salem, WI
  
  

We Deliver the Goods

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
  
  

Position Summary

Production Associate (Meat Wrapper) - Pack meat in boxes, seal, label and stack finished product on pallets according to work order specifications and customer preferences, as well as assemble boxes, clean packaging area and equipment ensuring all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and quality standards are met and to maintain the efficient flow of product through the production process. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Position Responsibilities

• Review work schedule, perform safety check on equipment, obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operations; At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Check cutting list and obtain appropriate packaging materials (boxes, labels, tape, bags, wrap) from storage with pallet jack.
• Manually assemble boxes-cases, make labels and fill Cryovac sealer with appropriate wrap as required.
• Load finished cuts of meat from tubs into Cryovac sealer, raise and lower doors as required and place sealed meat on work table.
• Manually pack meat into cases, label and seal cases with tape gun / or strapping machine and stack finished cases on pallets.
• Perform general housekeeping duties, clean packaging work area and equipment, maintain and abide safety and quality regulations and standards as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

Lift Requirements: 10-35 pounds continuous and generally up to 60-90 pounds

Temperatures: Willing to work with cold temperatures

0-6 months meat wrapper experience or

warehouse/production experience

EEO Statement

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing and Production

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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