Production Worker I

Mizkan America; Lake Alfred (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Worker I to join their dynamic team in a fast-paced environment. This role involves ensuring quality and safety in food production while adhering to strict safety and manufacturing guidelines. The successful candidate will be responsible for various manual tasks, including packing, stacking, and operating machinery. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values teamwork and excellence. If you are detail-oriented and ready to contribute to a thriving production team, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401k With Match

Profit Sharing

Employee Assistance Program

Education Assistance

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in food processing or manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to perform manual tasks and use hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties in accordance with safety policies and GMP.
• Operate and tend packing equipment and maintain supply.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Effective Communication

Basic Mathematics

Ability to Use Hand Tools

Ability to Work in High Temperatures

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Weight Scale

Thermometer

Personal Protective Equipment

Job description

Job Description

Location: Lake Alfred, FL

Job Title: Production Worker I

Department: Bottling

Work Status: On-site

Reports To: Bottling Supervisor

Comp Range:

FLSA Status: Hourly

Job Grade: A

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE: Medical - Dental - Vision - Paid Time Off - Disability - Life and AD&D - 401k With Match - Profit Sharing - Health & Flex Spending Accounts - Employee Assistance Program - Wellness Program - Education Assistance - Employee Referral Bonus

BONUSES: Based on plant quarterly results.

COMMENTS: This job description outlines the essential functions of the role; however, it does not limit or dictate the specific tasks that may be assigned. This is an On-Site position requiring full-time work at the plant. We strongly encourage veterans, minorities, and women to apply.

SUMMARY: In addition to the duties of a Production Worker I, the Production Worker II must follow all plant safety, Good Manufacturing Practices and Food Safety rules and regulations. Documentation and paperwork procedures must be followed as well as verbal and written instructions and guidelines according to the job requirements. The Production Worker II is responsible for feeding and loading packing materials to the production line, verifying quality standards, stacking cases on to pallets, and maintaining good housekeeping for multiple production lines. This role does not have direct reports.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Mizkan America safety policies, OSHA regulations, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and SOP (Standard Operating Procedures).
• Must be able to perform manual tasks to support the continuous operation of the production lines, such as:
• Packing
• Stacking
• Dumping
• Operate and tend the case (maker, packer, coder, and sealer) equipment.
• Maintain supply of caps, bags, boxes, box parts, etc.
• Record and count bundles/cases of containers provided to the production line.
• Communicate container needs with forklift driver.
• Responsible for immediately identifying non-conforming product or equipment to their supervisor at any step of the operation.
• Must be able to perform sanitation maintenance on all equipment required.
• Perform visual inspections of materials and final products to meet quality requirements.
• Must be able to record data clearly and accurately following production guidelines.
• Use safety cutters and small hand tools as required.
• Follow safety rules and keep work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Responsible for food product quality and safety.

EDUCATION: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1 year experience within a food processing, bottling, liquid filling/blending and/or consumer goods manufacturing/packing environment preferred.
• Ability to use common hand tools, weight scale, and thermometer.
• Continuous mental and visual attention is required to perform duties, involving repetitive or diversified work requiring constant alertness or activity.
• Basic mathematics skills required.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn new job-related software.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy required.
• Effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills required.
• Must be respectful and work well with all levels of personnel.
• Must be able to perform on-call duty on any shift and work overtime on short notice basis. Long-term, temporary assignments to any shift may be required to maintain manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work in high temperatures (hot or cold), working at heights, and exposure to strong smells, dust, gases, fumes, and chemicals or require personal protective equipment.
• Ability to use Personal Protective Equipment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Physical aspects of the job as performed in an 8-hour workday.

• Must be able to see, sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, reach, bend, twist, ascend/descend.
• Ability to pull, push, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs., 50+ lbs. with assistance.