Production Associate

Job Summary We are hiring Feeder Operators for a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is an entry-level, promotable opportunity with room to grow into advanced production roles. This position focuses on feeding materials into machinery, inspecting product quality, and supporting production operations to ensure efficiency and accuracy. Key Responsibilities Feed materials into gluer machines to maintain continuous production flow Inspect cartons for defects (gluing, folding, and structural issues) Sort defective and acceptable products based on quality standards Perform rework and repackaging as needed Band and move pallets of finished goods Pack cartons into cases according to customer specifications Label and prepare finished cases for shipment Maintain clean and organized work areas (5S standards) Follow all SOPs, safety procedures, and SQF/food safety guidelines Report quality or safety concerns to leadership immediately Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred Ability to stand for full 8-hour shifts Strong attention to detail and ability to quickly identify defects Basic math skills and ability to read a ruler Ability to follow written and verbal instructions Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment Willingness to be trained on equipment and obtain forklift certification if needed Physical Requirements Prolonged standing (up to 8 hours) Repetitive motion and manual handling Ability to lift/move materials as needed Manufacturing/production environment exposure EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Surge is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. Surge is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. IND2