Production Operator - New Food Manufacturing

Job Description

Job Description

We're Hiring! Join Our Team at Wow Bao – A New Food Manufacturing in Forest City, North Carolina!

Are you passionate about food production, quality, and innovation? We're looking for dedicated individuals to fill multiple roles at our brand new food manufacturing facility.

Be part of something delicious - whether you're just starting your career or bringing a wealth of experience, there's a place for YOU on our team.

Why Work at Wow Bao?

• Competitive pay rate starting at $17.00 an hour
• Benefits - medical, dental, vision
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Retirement
• Monday through Friday operations (no weekends)
• Hiring First Shift (10 hours)
• Brand new facility, be part of this exciting opportunity!

Thank you for your interest in joining our team—we look forward to connecting soon!

ABOUT WOW BAO

At Wow Bao, we believe that life is too short for uninspired food.  We’re here to transform the Asian Street Food experience from every day and expected to extraordinary and inventive. Wow Bao is the fastest growing Frozen Asian Snack brand in the United States growing retail sales over 370% in 2024. Through strategic relationships with retail partners Wow Bao is now available in over 15,000 grocery stores nationwide!

Wow Bao has a long history of manufacturing restaurant quality food, that started in 2003 when the first Wow Bao restaurant location was opened. Today, our omni-channel brand operates several Chicago restaurants, airports, virtual kitchens, and universities.  Wow Bao is poised for continued growth within all its verticals, as well as in the corporate setting.

  Wow Bao is the only brand to be recognized three times by Fast Casual magazine as a Top 100 Movers & Shaker. Ranked no. 1 in 2019 and 2022 and no. 4 in 2023, we are the only brand to have the honor more than once.

WE FOSTER A CULTURE OF CARING

At Wow Bao, every team member leads from a place of care. Whether it’s our guests or employees, we put people first.  We strive to inspire, motivate, and appreciate one another every day.  We live by the golden rule and treat everyone with kindness, empathy, respect, and a healthy dose of humor.  We take our work, not ourselves, seriously.

Wow Bao is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements

The Production Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining manufacturing equipment used in the production and packaging of food products. This role ensures products are produced safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality, food safety, and production standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (other duties assigned as needed):

• Operate production and packaging equipment according to established procedures and safety standards.
• Monitor equipment performance and make minor adjustments to ensure efficient operation.
• Perform equipment setup, changeovers, and basic troubleshooting as needed.
• Inspect products to verify quality specifications and report any deviations.
• Follow all food safety, GMP, HACCP, and sanitation requirements.
• Accurately record production data, quality checks, and downtime information.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Assist with material handling, ingredient preparation, and packaging activities.
• Identify and communicate equipment or production issues to supervisors and maintenance personnel.
• Support production targets while minimizing product waste and downtime.
• Participate in continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the production facility
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules, including overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during shifts.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds at a time
• Ability to work in various environments including cold environments for extended periods
• Use of protective equipment such as gloves, safety glasses, and ear protection

Benefits

• Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Voluntary life insurance

• Voluntary disability insurance

• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discount Programs with Perkspot and Working Advantage

• We foster a culture of CARE