Food Production Associate-1st Shift

E.A. Sween•Eden Prairie, MN

12d

About The Position

E.A. Sween is seeking a reliable, quality-focused Food Production Associate to support food production and packaging while upholding food safety, product quality, and workplace safety standards. The role rotates through production positions every 30 minutes and follows standard operating procedures for box making, boxing, and racking. Work hours are Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with Friday overtime when needed. The hourly pay is $19.00. The associate follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), safety protocols, company policies, and applicable food safety and quality requirements. The role involves working continuously in cool conditions of 35–45 degrees, standing and performing repetitive movements during shifts of 10–12.5 hours, and lifting up to 30 pounds. Overtime may be required to meet customer demands, and the associate must be able to work flexible hours, including occasional Saturdays.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous assembly-line experience in a high-speed packaging environment.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Basic math skills to count and verify products accurately.
Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety and quality standards.
Teamwork-oriented mindset and effective communication with others.
Reliable attendance record.
Ability to keep the work area clean, safe, and organized.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds continuously during a 10–12.5-hour shift, based on the production schedule.
Willingness to work overtime as needed to meet customer demands.
Ability to work in cool conditions of 35–45 degrees continuously.
Ability to stand, bend, turn, push, pull, reach overhead, and keep up with manufacturing speeds continuously during a 10–12.5-hour shift.

Nice To Haves

Food-related experience.

Responsibilities

Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), standard work, safety practices, and company policies and procedures.
Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas and follow safety protocols.
Complete additional tasks as assigned by a Supervisor or Lead.
Collaborate and communicate effectively with team members and contribute to a friendly, positive work environment.
Maintain excellent and reliable attendance and adapt to work schedule changes as needed.
Carry out food safety, quality, and continuous improvement activities to meet SQF 2000, regulatory, and customer standards.
Report non-compliance to the Pack-off Lead or Support Supervisor.
Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area and complete required quarterly safety training.
Store and transport pallets, racks, and dollies safely.
Rotate through production positions every 30 minutes.
As a Box Maker, place labels correctly on boxes and fold box flaps for the boxing team.
As a Boxer, check product labels for accurate prices and date codes, verify face and ingredient labels, and place products in boxes or bun trays in the designated format.
As a Racker, load completed trays into metal racks or finish cases onto pallets as required, and check that case and tray date codes are accurate and legible.
Complete required paperwork and submit it to the Pack-off Lead after each shift.
Operate and maintain production equipment and tools as needed.