Production Associate

Job Summary:
Responsible for all areas of food production, including dry and/or wet line area, as production and cleaning needs dictate. Job functions are to be performed within quality and production standards.

• Packs product
• Labels all packaged product
• Operates all machinery related to packaging
• Cleans floors
• Weighs packages and reads scales
• Stacks packaged product
• Cleans production lines and related equipment
• May be asked to work in other areas as production needs dictate
• Wears the proper safety equipment
• Any other duties as requested, directed, or assigned by the manager or supervisor
• Safety training and certifications as required
• Responsible for maintaining quality, authentic, safe, and legal products. 
• Designated Safety Sensitive Position 

Job Requirements:
Education and Experience (Licenses and Certifications):

• High school diploma or GED

Equipment to Be Used:

• Computer, forklift and all equipment related to production

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of methods, materials and tools used in food production
• Ability to perform manual work requiring periods of extensive physical exertion
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency 
• Ability to work under stress with interruptions and deadlines
• Ability to understand and interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule form as they pertain to production
• Ability to master basic math skills

Essential Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 55 pounds and heavier weights with the proper equipment. 
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time. 
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb.  

Standard Benefits (Eligible after 90 days of employment): 

• 5 Vacation days and 3 PTO + 8 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company paid life insurance and ADD policy
• 401K (Available after 6 months of employment + company match) 

Operating Principals:
Employees are expected to work in a manner consistent with Golden Barrel Products, Zook Ag. and ZMC Logistics Operating Principles: specifically work and act as a team player in all interactions with other company employee’s; provide a high level of customer service at all times; project and maintain a positive image with those contacted in the course of work; develop and maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships with co-workers and others; and consistently provide quality service.

• Standard working hours for 1st shift are: 7am to 3:30pm Monday through Friday and as necessary to complete the requirements of the position
• Overtime may be required and hours are subject to change based on company needs
• Employees are required to clock in 10 minutes before the beginning of the shift