production worker

Hy-Vee; Urbandale, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee Manufacturing seeks a Production Worker I to produce quality product safely and efficiently, following FDA and USDA standards. This non-exempt role reports to supervisors and line leads, with duties spanning setup, cleanup, and continuous improvement in a refrigerated production environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school education, warehouse experience helpful, and a strong commitment to cleanliness, safety, and teamwork to meet daily production goals and maintain product quality.

Qualifications

• Must be able to think logically and follow instructions accurately.
• Ability to work as part of a production team to meet standards.

Responsibilities

• Work on the production line with consistent speed and accuracy.
• Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude.
• Follows production list provided by supervisor.
• Be willing to work in all areas of production.
• Assist in set up and clean up responsibilities.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Observe safety guidelines and report safety concerns.
• Flexible schedule and willingness to work to completion of job.
• Work cooperatively with the production team to meet quotas and goals.
• Maintain equipment and report issues to management.
• Adhere to personal hygiene, dress code and PPE usage.

Skills

Logical thinking

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Additional Considerations (if any): Must be 18+ - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.

Job Description:

Job Title: Production Worker I

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Location: Hy-Vee Manufacturing

Revision Date: 12/24

General Function:

The employee’s responsibilities include: Producing quality product in an efficient manner, following all safety procedures, ensuring FDA and USDA standards.

Core Competencies:

Partnerships Growth mindset Results oriented Customer focused Professionalism

Reporting Relations:

Accountable and Reports to: Supervisors, Line Leads, Production Managers and Quality Control

Positions that Report to you:

None

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Work on the production line with consistent speed and accuracy.
• Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude.
• Follows production list provided by supervisor.
• Must be willing to work in all areas of production.
• Required to assist in set up and clean up responsibilities.
• Ensure that production requirements and standards are met consistently.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Observe all safety guidelines and report safety concerns to management.
• Flexible schedule and willingness to work to completion of job.
• Work cooperatively with the production team to meet quotas and goals.
• Maintain work equipment utilized in job, report any issues to management.
• Report potential issues to management
• Maintains strict adherence to department and company guidelines related to personal hygiene, dress code and proper PPE usage.
• Adheres to company policies and individual store guidelines
• Reports to work when scheduled and on time.
• Needs to be able to work alongside other individuals on the line as a team.
• Maintaining and ensuring food safety.

Secondary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist management with procedures to ensure quality product while seeking cost cutting ideas.
• Practices HAACP and Good Manufacturing Practices at all times.
• Performs other job-related duties and special projects as required.
• Be aware of allergens to prevent cross contamination of product.

Education and Experience:

High school education or equivalent.

Previous Warehouse experience would be helpful.

Physical Requirements:

Must be physically able to exert up to 50 pounds of force repeatedly; exert up to 20 pounds of force frequently to move objects.

Must be able to be on feet (standing and walking) for 8 -10 hours a day.

Visual requirements include vision from less than 20 inches to more than 20 feet with or without correction, depth perception, color vision, and field of vision.

Must be able to perform the following physical activities: Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.

Working Conditions:

The duties of this position are performed mostly in the production area which is wet and refrigerated (@38 degrees).

Work around loud equipment.

Strong Smells/Allergens

Frequent deadlines exist while handling multiple tasks.

Ability to climb, bend, lift and work in areas of limited mobility.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Must have the ability to use logical thinking or solve problems.

Follow all written and verbal instructions.

Contacts:

Has daily contact with employees, technicians, suppliers and vendors.

Has occasional contact with federal or state regulatory agencies regarding inspections.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.