Entry level Production Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

An international plant-based manufacturing company is seeking a first and second Production Assistant to support the production manager.

• $19/hr. Plus full benefits

• 1st shift

  Tuesday – Saturday 06:00 a.m. – 03:00 p.m.

• 2nd shift

Tuesday – Saturday 02:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

• Somerset, NJ

Requirements of the Production Assistant:

• Experience in working in a production environment, preferably in food manufacturing, but open to others

• HS Degree or equivalent required

• Physical strength and dexterity to lift, move, and handle equipment

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites

• Able to communicate, read, and understand in English

• Knowledge of the applicable processes and related equipment

Responsibilities of the Production Assistant:

• Monitor production lines and GMP areas and report issues to the supervisor

• Log line stops and losses via Teams

• Contact Maintenance or QC as needed

• Follow SOPs, SSOPs, and company policies

• Flag noncompliance and unusual data in records

• Support training for new line workers

• Keep workspace clean and safe

• Enter and manage production data

• Ensure daily production goals are met

Employment Type: Direct Hire

**Schedule: 1st shift Tuesday – Saturday 06:00 a.m. – 03:00 p.m. **

** 2nd shift Tuesday – Saturday 02:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.**

Production assistant, machine operator, production

You should be proficient in:

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• High School / GED

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Packaging Machines
• Wrapping Machines
• Industrial Blender / Mixer