Production (2nd Shift)

The Production Associate supports food manufacturing operations by handling raw meat products, maintaining production flow, adhering to food safety standards, and contributing to a safe, efficient, and quality-focused work environment.

SHIFT SCHEDULE: 2:30 PM - 12:00 AM (End of Production)

Essential Functions

• Handle and process raw meat products according to production specifications and quality standards.

• Load products onto racks, conveyors, or designated production equipment.

• Move product racks throughout the production area using proper material-handling procedures.

• Maintain production line efficiency by ensuring a consistent flow of products.

• Assist with setup, operation, and basic cleaning of production equipment.

• Follow all food safety, quality assurance, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP, USDA and workplace safety procedures.

• Perform routine sanitation and housekeeping duties to maintain a clean work environment.

• Support cross-functional production operations as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods (8–12 hours per shift)
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and/or pull materials up to 50 lbs, with or without assistance
• Ability to perform repetitive motions (e.g., reaching, bending, twisting, grasping, and lifting) throughout the shift
• Ability to work at a fast pace in a high-volume production environment
• Ability to operate near, around, or in conjunction with heavy machinery and conveyor systems
• Ability to safely climb stairs, ladders, or platforms as required
• Ability to reach above shoulder level and below waist level frequently
• Ability to maintain manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for handling products and equipment
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including noise, temperature fluctuations, and industrial settings
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety shoes, gloves, hearing protection, and eye protection, if needed.
• Ability to visually inspect products and equipment to ensure quality and safety standards
• Ability to respond quickly to machinery alerts or production issues in a safety-sensitive environment
• Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.
• Regular standing, walking, bending, twisting, reaching, and lifting throughout the shift.
• Frequently lift and carry products weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to push or maneuver loaded racks and equipment safely.
• Frequent use of hands and arms to perform production tasks.