Production Associate Job Listing at Kelly Services in Hicksville, NY (Job ID 10129421)

Description

Job Title: Production Associate
Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour
Shift: Monday – Friday, 3:30 PM - 1:00 AM
Note: Weekend shifts may be required based on business needs.

Transportation Requirement:
Reliable transportation is essential for this position.

Safety Gear:

• Steel-toed shoes are required. Composite safety shoe covers may be provided if necessary.

Application Requirements:
Candidates must include answers to the following questions on the top of their resume:

1. Are you able to stand for up to 10 hours a day?
2. Are you comfortable working in a cold environment (38°F) and transitioning in and out of the chiller room during your shift? (You may wear your own jacket or receive one from the company.)
3. Are you comfortable wearing earplugs/hearing protection due to the noisy production environment?
4. The required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) includes a white lab jacket, protective glasses, helmet, and shoe covers. Are you comfortable wearing this gear?
5. Are you able to lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) with assistance?
6. Are you comfortable transferring 2- and 4-pound carts of product in and out of chillers and flipping trays as necessary?
7. Can you perform additional duties as assigned, including transferring to the kitchen area?
8. Are you bilingual in Spanish? (This is a plus but not required.)
9. Do you have prior experience in the food industry?

Summary/Objective:
The Production Associate plays a crucial role in assisting supervisors to meet production demands while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Essential Job Functions:

• Work independently and accurately under limited supervision.
• Transfer product from filler to chiller.
• Report any discrepancies in product information to supervisors or leads.
• Manage the orderly transfer of production carts in and out of chillers and organize them in the Work-in-Progress (WIP) area.
• Ensure proper product alignment in the Garvey table area.
• Flip trays in chillers as required.
• Rework products that do not meet specifications.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace following the “5S” program.
• Promote a safe work environment at all times.
• Adhere to HACCP principles and Good Manufacturing Practices while complying with food and safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including transfer to the kitchen area.

Competencies:

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend instructions, both verbal and written.
• Basic mathematical skills are required.

Minimum General Requirements:

• Frequent movement, including walking, standing, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work while wearing personal protective equipment.
• Comfortable working in noisy environments and across different temperature zones, including cold and hot conditions.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Travel Required:

• None

Other Duties:

• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

 

 

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