Processing/Production Worker
$25,000–$25,000 year
On-siteWayland, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Handle materials and follow procedures to de-package and prepare products according to Company standards. Clean containers, equipment, and work areas, including sanitizing totes and preparing trailers for customer return. Unload and handle food waste products up to 40 lbs, moving items to storage and disposing of packaging waste properly. Report spills, safety concerns, or other issues to a supervisor and attend required meetings and training. Wear required PPE, including safety shoes, and adhere to all safety, food safety, and workplace procedures. Work Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 10:30 PM, with weekends and overtime as needed.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must wear company-approved steel-toe shoes
- Must be willing to work different shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime when needed
- Must be able to follow safety rules and safe work practices
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the work shift
- Ability to frequently bend, stoop, reach, kneel, climb stairs, and perform repetitive movements
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently, with or without reasonable accommodation
- Ability to safely operate industrial equipment, including forklifts, yard spotters, and other material handling equipment after successful completion of required training and certification
- Ability to work around moving machinery and equipment while maintaining awareness of surroundings and following all safety protocols
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Ability to visually inspect products, equipment, and work areas to identify quality, safety, and operational issues
- Ability to hear and respond to verbal instructions, alarms, warning signals, and other workplace communications
- Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime, weekends, holidays, and shift coverage as needed to support business operations
- Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE), which may include non-slip safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, high-visibility clothing, and other equipment as required by company policy
- Position requires adherence to all food safety, quality assurance, biosecurity, and workplace safety requirements
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, respond to operational issues, and make decisions under time-sensitive conditions
Desired Qualifications
- Able to follow instructions and pay attention to details
- Able to work in hot, noisy, or dusty environments
- Able to lift 50-75 lbs and perform physical work
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
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