Utility - 3rd Shift

American Sugar Refining, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation up to 3 weeks

Paid sick time

Quarterly bonus up to 7%

Annual merit increases

24/5 operation with multiple shift opt

Training and career growth

Overtime availability

Competitive benefits (Health, Dental,

Vision, Pet Insurance, and more)

Job summary

American Sugar Refining, Inc. is hiring for a packing and hand palletizing role responsible for bagged sugar products and private label items.

The position requires flexibility to work extended shifts, including Fridays through Sundays, holidays, and overtime as needed, with weekend shifts possible based on business needs. The role offers a starting rate of $19.00 per hour for the 3rd shift, with a $1.00/hour second shift differential and a $1.50/hour third shift differential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Equivalent experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Pack finished goods into cases and place on pallet (lift up to 50 lbs).
• Check packages for quality: back seal, end seals, production date code, matching items.
• Maintain cleanliness of the production area around the line.
• Open re-work and returned product when necessary.
• Assist machine operator as needed (change poly, learn basic operations).
• Label boxes as necessary and ensure edible vs non‑edible product accuracy.
• Assist in cleaning the plant and support HACCP-related duties.
• Report unsafe conditions or out-of-spec material to manager for immediate action.
• Support plant operations and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lift 50 lbs

12-hour shifts

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

This position is responsible for packing and hand palletizing brown, powdered, and private label sugar (1, 2, 7, 50 Ibs. bags). This position requires the flexibility to work various shifts, including Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and overtime, as needed. Weekend shifts may be mandated based on business needs.

Hiring 3rd Shift

• Starting rate at $19.00/hour
• 2nd shift differential: $1.00/hour
• 3rd shift differential: $1.50/hour

Benefits

• Up to 3 weeks of vacation in your first year
• Paid sick time
• Quarterly bonus program of up to 7% of quarterly gross pay
• Annual merit increases
• 24/5 operation with multiple shift options
• Training and career growth opportunities
• Overtime availabilityCompetitive benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance, and more)

Detailed Roles & Responsibilities

• Pack finished goods into cases, place finished case onto pallet (must be able to lift 50 lbs.)
• Check individual packages for quality issues:
  • Back seal
  • End seals
  • Production date code on both bags and boxes
  • Bags and boxes must be the same item
• Maintain cleanliness of production area around assigned production line
• Open re‑work, both daily and returned product when necessary
• Assist machine operator as needed (changing poly, learning basic operations to stop/start machine in event of problems)
• Label boxes as necessary
• Must know the difference between edible and non‑edible product
• Assist in the cleaning of the plant as required
• Must understand basics of the Metal Detectors in terms of rejected bag handling and the basics of the HACCP program
• Be vigilant for any product contamination and report any contamination or otherwise dangerous issues to line operator or shift supervisor
• Work effectively and ensure that food safety, authenticity, legality, and quality are maintained
• Report any risks or any evidence of unsafe or out‑of‑specification product, equipment, packaging or raw materials, to a designated manager to enable resolution of issues requiring immediate action
• Assist in the plant when needed
• Other duties as assigned

Work Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred but not required
• Equivalent experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Education Requirements

• HS diploma or GED preferred but not required

Essential Capabilities

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to work 12‑hour shifts as scheduled
• Must possess great attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast‑paced industrial environment
• Must be able to understand verbal and written English
• Results focused and detailed oriented
• Must possess mandatory vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and must be able to adjust focus
• Must be able to stand; walk; sit; use hands; reach with arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear
• Must work well with others
• Must be flexible to perform other duties when necessary

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.