Production Associate Cookeville

HB Specialty Foods

Cookeville (TN)

On-site

USD 23,000 - 26,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off
Overtime Available as Needed
Benefits
Sign-on bonuses up to $2,500
Annual bonuses

Job summary

HB Specialty Foods in Cookeville, TN is hiring Production Associates for Day and Swing shifts. Starting rates are $17/hour (Day) and $18.50/hour plus $1.50/hour shift differential (Swing). Overtime, benefits, and a team-focused environment are offered.

We value reliability, learning mindset, and teamwork as we build quality food products in a fast-paced facility. If you are dependable and ready to grow with a family-owned company, we’d love to meet you.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.
  • Team-oriented with strong attention to detail.
  • Willingness to learn multiple production areas and tasks.

Responsibilities

  • Operate production equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Follow production schedules, batch instructions, and SOPs.
  • Support blending, mixing, and ingredient handling.
  • Feed production lines and monitor product flow.
  • Package finished products and prepare them for shipment.
  • Stack and palletize finished product for shipment or storage.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
  • Complete required production, quality, and cleaning documentation accurately.
  • Follow food safety, GMP, and workplace safety standards.
  • Assist teammates in other production areas as needed.

Skills

Reliability
Punctuality
Team player
Attention to detail
Willingness to learn
Fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

JOIN HB SPECIALTY FOODS TODAY!

NOW HIRING PRODUCTION ASSOCIATES – MULTIPLE SHIFTS

(We will confirm your preferred shift during the interview process.)

Day Shift – 5 am to 1:30 pm
Starting at $17 / hour

Swing Shift – 1 pm to 9:30 pm
Starting at $18.50 / hour (includes $1.50/hour shift differential)

  • Paid Time Off
  • Overtime Available as NeededHB Specialty Foods is hiring Production Associates to help make quality food products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. We are a family-owned, growing company that values teamwork, reliability, and employees who want to learn and grow. If you are dependable, hardworking, and ready to be part of a strong team, we’d love to meet you!
Bonuses
  • Benefits
  • Paid Time Off
  • Overtime Available as NeededHB Specialty Foods is hiring Production Associates to help make quality food products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. We are a family-owned, growing company that values teamwork, reliability, and employees who want to learn and grow. If you are dependable, hardworking, and ready to be part of a strong team, we’d love to meet you!
Why Join HB Specialty Foods?
  • Competitive pay with annual longevity raises
  • Earn up to $2,500 in sign-on bonuses
  • Ability to earn quarterly bonuses each year
  • Vacation starts at 80 hours annually and increases with years of service
  • 40 hours of sick time awarded annually
  • 9 paid holidays each year
  • Medical insurance available the first of the month following 30 days of employment
  • Dental, vision, FSA/HSA available the first of the month following 90 days of employment
  • 401(k) Matching up to 4%
  • Paid Parental Leave (40 hours)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Team-focused environment with opportunities to learn and grow
Job Duties
  • Operate production equipment safely and efficiently
  • Follow production schedules, batch instructions, and standard operating procedures.
  • Support blending, mixing, and ingredient handling
  • Feed production lines and monitor product flow
  • Package finished products and prepare them for shipment
  • Stack and palletize finished product for shipment or storage.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
  • Complete required production, quality, and cleaning documentation accurately.
  • Follow food safety, GMP, and workplace safety standards
  • Help teammates and assist in other production areas as needed
  • Complete all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.
What We Are Looking For
  • Reliable attendance and punctuality
  • Positive attitude
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Team player mindset with a strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures.
  • Willingness to learn multiple production areas and tasks.
  • Prior food manufacturing experience preferred.
  • High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to work in a facility that handles allergens including milk, egg, wheat, soy, sulfites, and mustard.
  • Ability to work in open environments exposed to pungent odors and varying climates.
  • Ability to stand for long periods, along with frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly without restriction, using proper safety methods.
Commitment To BLENDS Values

Our BLENDS values form the foundation of our culture and our dedication to excellence as a blending manufacturer. These values guide our daily decisions and long-term vision, driving us to foster strong teamwork among our employees while building partnerships with our customers and suppliers. We expect our team members to have a strong commitment to these Values in their roles at HB Specialty Foods.

HB Specialty Foods is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. HB Specialty Foods will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at 208-606-7238.

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