WAP - Plant Production Worker - Willmar, MN. - Jennie-O

Hormel Foods; Willmar (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Production Worker in Willmar, MN, where you'll be part of a dedicated team in a state-of-the-art processing plant. This role offers the chance to operate and maintain machinery while ensuring high production standards. With a commitment to safety and quality, you'll thrive in a supportive environment that values teamwork and dependability. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, opportunities for advancement, and the satisfaction of contributing to a beloved brand known for its iconic food products. If you're ready to grow your career while working with a fun group of people, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Profit sharing

Paid vacation

Free tuition for employees' children

Qualifications

• Dependable team player with a focus on safety and quality.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions and lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Help achieve production goals through packaging and labeling.
• Maintain a safe working environment by following safety rules.
• Ensure quality products by adhering to good manufacturing practices.

Skills

Teamwork

Dependability

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Starting Wage: $19.35 per hour with increases at 6 months and 1 year.

HIRE RATEP1 - $19.35

P2 - $19.85

P3 - $20.35

P4 - $21.00

P5 - $21.75

P7 - $24.05

P8 - $25.80

Job Description:

Position: Production Worker

Location: Willmar, MN

Available Shifts:

• 1st Shift: 7:00AM - 4:00PM
• 2nd Shift: 4:00PM - 1:30AM
• 3rd Shift: 12:00AM – 8:00AM

Help make food that people love.

We’re seeking production workers to join our team. In this role, you will work in our state-of-the-art processing plant where you could operate and maintain machinery, package, label, box, cut product, and/or unrack product to ensure production standards are met, finalize products, and prepare these products for shipping. You don’t have to love turkey to fit in here, but you do have to be a dependable team player. If you’re looking to grow your career while working with a fun group of people, then this position might be for you!

What you will do:

• Help us achieve our production goals through packaging, labeling, cutting, unracking, and boxing turkey products.
• Maintain a safe working environment by following all safety rules.
• Ensure only safe, wholesome, and quality products are produced by following good manufacturing practices.
• Perform duties as assigned by your supervisor as needed.

What to expect:

• Work 8- to 10-hour shifts on concrete floors.
• Work in temperatures ranging from 32 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Perform repetitive motions such as twisting, turning, bending, and reaching.
• Lift items up to 25 pounds.
• Wear personal protective equipment such as hair nets, hard hats, ear protection, safety glasses, and boots.
• Work with large groups of people as a team.

What you will receive:

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, merit increases, quarterly performance payouts, profit sharing, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plan, paid vacation, and free tuition for employees' children.
• Training on equipment and procedures.
• Opportunities for advancement into higher roles, including supervisory and management positions.
• Employment with a reputable employer known for employee experience and long-term growth.

Providing people with iconic food brands for over 80 years.

Based in Willmar, Minnesota, we’re one of the largest and most beloved turkey brands globally. We’re a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL), offering over 1,500 high-quality turkey products across the U.S. and in 40 countries. We’re proud of feeding people delicious food and helping feed the world.

Jennie-O Turkey Store is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

We celebrate diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive environment. Learn more: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/