Production Associate -- Cookeville

HB Specialty Foods; Cookeville, Northern (TN, KY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Overtime

Medical insurance

Dental vision

401(k)

Job summary

HB Specialty Foods is hiring Production Associates to join a fast-paced, family-owned food manufacturing environment in Cookeville, TN. Multiple shifts available with day shift 5am–1:30pm at $17/hour and swing shift 1pm–9:30pm at $18.50/hour plus $1.50 shift differential.

Overtime, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits are offered. Ideal candidates bring reliability, strong teamwork, and a willingness to learn across multiple production areas.

Qualifications

• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Positive attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Team player mindset with 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Attendance

Punctuality

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Follow instructions

Willingness to learn

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 – 5am 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)

Bonuses, Benefits, Paid Time Off, Overtime Available as Needed

HB 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.