Food production

General Food Production Roles

Cardinal Staffing Services is hiring for General Food Production roles in Ferndale, MI. This position requires candidates who can work independently, demonstrate a proactive, problem-solving attitude, maintain attention to detail, and follow strict policies and procedures in a cold/wet, fast-paced environment.

Pay & Benefits:

• $14.00- $14.50 per hour starting pay
• Weekly pay
• Performance pay raises
• Generous referral bonuses available

Job Responsibilities:

• Preparing and packaging salsa and hummus products
• Stacking and organizing product onto pallets
• Checking labels and monitoring product quality
• Following all GMP and PPE requirements (no fake nails, eyelashes, or jewelry)
• Heavy lifting is required

Work Environment:

• Fast-paced, refrigerated production facility
• Cold and wet working conditions

Available Shifts (Monday–Friday, some Saturdays; peak season may require 7 days):

• 1st Shift: 6:00 am – 2:30 pm
• 2nd Shift: 2:30 pm – 11:00pm
• 3rd Shift 10:00pm-6:30am

Requirements:

• Ability to work in a cold/wet environment
• Comfortable with repetitive tasks and heavy lifting
• Reliable attendance and dependable transportation
• Willingness to follow GMP and PPE policies

About Cardinal Staffing:

At Cardinal Staffing, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast. With an estimated yearly revenue of $295 million, Surestaff was recently named one of the largest staffing firms in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle. Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us:

• Access to a wide range of job opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP)
• Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions
• Electronic weekly pay
• Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support

Cardinal Staffing also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer. Notice Regarding the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Employment Decisions: In accordance with state mandates, we are providing this notice to inform all applicants and employees that artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used at various stages of our employment processes. This may include recruitment, screening, hiring, promotion, or other employment-related evaluations. AI tools may assist in reviewing application materials, assessing qualifications, or supporting decision-making. These tools do not replace human judgment; rather, they are used to support consistent and efficient evaluation. Our commitment to speed-to-hire means we work efficiently to get you placed in the right role, fast. If you're ready to take control of your career, explore exciting opportunities, and gain experience that lasts, then Cardinal Staffing is the place for you. Let’s get started today.