Production Worker 3rd Shift

McKee Foods; Collegedale (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Production Workers for the 3rd shift in Collegedale, TN. This role involves working on a high-speed production line, ensuring the efficient packaging of beloved snack cakes. You'll be part of a culture that values work-life balance and offers competitive pay, profit sharing, and comprehensive benefits. Join a team that prioritizes safety, quality, and collaboration, and discover a fulfilling career path with opportunities for growth and development. If you're ready to make a difference in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) with matching contributions

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Profit-sharing cash bonus program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Short-term and long-term disability

Wellness programs with incentives

Exercise and recreation facility

Fully-paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with packaging and inspection of finished food products.
• Monitor production processes to meet quality targets.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth workflow.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Basic computer skills

Ability to lift 20 to 40 pounds

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Production Worker 3rd Shift

Apply locations Collegedale, TN time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: May 14, 2025 (6 days left to apply) job requisition id R0031375

Production Worker – 3rd Shift

Join America’s favorite family bakery since 1934—home of Little Debbie, Drake’s Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery Granola Bars. Work with legacy brands that bring smiles to faces nationwide, including yours. You’ll experience a culture committed to work-life balance, guaranteed time off, and supportive health and wellness offerings. Enjoy profit sharing, long-term job security, and a range of exciting career paths. When you join McKee Foods, you’ll discover a better way to live and work.

Please submit comprehensive work history or a resume covering the past 3 years. Include all periods of employment, unemployment, self-employment, short-term jobs, caregiving, and education. Ensure you provide accurate month and year ranges for each period.

Pay

$18.84 - $20.01 / hour
Plus $2.00 / hr shift premium for 3rd shift hours

Schedule

3rd Shift (Sunday - Thursday, 10:30 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.)

(Other hours and days as needed)

Location

10260 McKee Road, Collegedale TN 37315

Job Summary

McKee Foods is seeking a Production Worker to join our team at our Collegedale, TN location. This position will report to the Production Supervisor. As a Production Worker, you will play an important role on our high-speed production line, ensuring the efficient and precise packaging of our snack cakes. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the packaging and inspection of finished food products that may include:
  • Packaging unwrapped snack cakes into individual wrapping
  • Placing wrapped snack cakes into cartons
  • Filling cases with cartons of snack cakes
  • Arranging cases onto pallets for shipment, following specific stacking patterns
• Monitoring production processes to meet quality and productivity targets
• Collaborating with team members to maintain a smooth workflow and troubleshoot any issues that arise
• Following production schedules and meeting production quotas
• Following safety protocols and maintaining a clean and organized work area

Required Qualifications

• Ability to meet strict attendance guidelines (with or without an accommodation)
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced production environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining safety and quality standards
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn production systems/software
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate with others
• Ability to learn new processes, procedures, and equipment
• Ability to lift 20 to 40 pounds on a regular basis (with or without an accommodation

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Previous experience in food manufacturing or a related field

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay
• Profit-sharing cash bonus program
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)
• Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
• Supplemental plans, including life insurance
• Fully-paid parental leave
• Health Center and Pharmacy
• Tuition reimbursement
• Credit Union
• Exercise and recreation facility
• Wellness programs with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-term and long-term disability (company-paid)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

About Us

Welcome to McKee Foods

McKee Foods Corporation is best known for our line of Little Debbie snack cakes, America's leading snack cake brand. At McKee Foods, we are committed to providing consumers with quality products at an excellent value. We hope you enjoy your time browsing our website and find helpful information about our company.