Tobacco Processing Operator - Start Your Career

Turning Point Brands, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Turning Point Brands, Inc. in Kentucky seeks a Processing Associate to support the production of finished tobacco products, including mixing inputs, applying flavorings, and cutting to specification for tubs and pucks. Shift is 6:00 AM–4:30 PM, Monday–Thursday.

Role emphasizes strict safety, accurate record keeping, GMP adherence, and equipment cleaning. You will operate production machinery and a forklift, with potential for special projects under the Manager Processing.

Qualifications

• Move/lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Stand, walk, lift, pull and push for 8–12 hours depending on shift.
• May require climbing ladders.
• Solid reading and basic math skills; ability to follow instructions.
• Know and act in accordance with FDA regulations and ISO9001 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures and ensure protective equipment and machine guards are in place.
• Complete daily production records accurately and file them properly.
• Operate machinery to produce quality products and perform quality checks.
• Operate forklift to move materials and products.
• Clean equipment daily in line with GMPs.

Skills

Safety procedures

Quality checks

Forklift operation

Record keeping

Reading and math

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Turning Point Brands, Inc. in Kentucky seeks a Processing Associate to support the production of finished tobacco products, including mixing inputs, applying flavorings, and cutting to specification for tubs and pucks. Shift is 6:00 AM–4:30 PM, Monday–Thursday.

Role emphasizes strict safety, accurate record keeping, GMP adherence, and equipment cleaning. You will operate production machinery and a forklift, with potential for special projects under the Manager Processing.