Production Professionals and Forklift Drivers - Suffolk

Hormel Foods; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company with a rich history in Suffolk, producing high-quality products for over 50 household brands. As a key member of the team, you will operate essential machinery, ensure safety compliance, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a union facility dedicated to excellence. If you have a passion for hands-on work and mechanical skills, this position is perfect for you. Enjoy a range of benefits including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement, while being part of a community-focused organization that values its employees.

Benefits

Medical – Blue Cross Blue Shield

Dental – Delta Dental PPO Plus Premier

Vision - VSP

401K – Empower Retirement

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Mechanical skills and ability to use manuals for machine adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment effectively and perform validation checks.
• Document work and perform preventive maintenance.
• Handle machine breakdowns and troubleshooting.

Skills

Effective communication

Computer literacy

Mechanical skills

Experience with automated machinery

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift

OEE/MES systems

Job description

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

• Medical – Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
• Dental – Delta Dental PPO Plus Premier
• Vision - VSP
• 401K – Empower Retirement
• (HSA) Health Savings Account – Wex Health Inc.

Additional Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Inspired Pathways – Free two-year community or technical college tuition for team members' children
• Tuition Reimbursement – Financial assistance for job-related college courses
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability – Weekly benefits for nonwork-related injuries or illnesses
• Life Insurance – Company-paid for team members and children, with options to purchase additional coverage
• AD&D – Company-paid coverage with options to purchase more
• Adoption Assistance Program – Financial reimbursement, resources, and referral services
• Employee Assistance Program – Confidential support for team members and immediate family
• Employee Stock Purchase Program – Purchase Hormel Foods stock via payroll deductions
• SoFi Student Loan Refinance – Discounted refinancing options
• Legal Services – Access to legal assistance in various areas
• Pet Insurance – Plans for pets including dogs, cats, birds, and exotic animals
• Accident & Injury Coverage – Additional coverage for off-the-job injuries
• Critical Illness Coverage – Additional protection for serious illnesses
• Company Store & On-site Credit Union – Employee discounts and financial services

Plant & Community Overview:

Plant Overview:

• Union facility producing Planters Peanut Products
• History of the company and its founder, Amedeo Obici
• Located in Suffolk, VA for over 100 years
• Learn more about our brand: Planters Peanuts

Community Overview:

Welcome to Suffolk Virginia

Job Overview:

Join our team to produce quality products for over 50 household brands in the U.S. We are passionate about the Planters brand and its history in Suffolk.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Operate equipment effectively, demonstrate competency, and perform validation checks
• Achieve performance results using OEE/MES systems
• Configure production runs and adjust equipment as needed
• Perform machine changeovers, set-ups, and replace worn parts
• Handle machine breakdowns and troubleshooting
• Document work and perform preventive maintenance
• Load materials, identify out-of-specification materials, and use computerized systems for adjustments
• Perform sanitation, support continuous improvement, and ensure safety and environmental compliance

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs
• Forklift License
• Good attendance and TQR qualification
• Effective communication, computer literacy, and experience with automated machinery
• Mechanical skills and ability to use manuals for machine adjustments