Food Production Associate
About The Position
Fresh Mark is hiring Production Team Members at its Canton, Ohio facility. This is stable, full-time work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, with paid training, competitive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. Starting pay is $14.50 to $19.00 per hour, based on position, experience, and shift assignment. Second- and third-shift positions receive an additional $1.50 per hour shift differential. Employees may bid on higher-paying positions after six months. Typical schedules run Monday through Saturday. First shift is 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, and second shift is 2:30 PM to 12:00 AM. Overtime and weekend work may be required based on production needs. The role involves producing, packaging, labeling, and inspecting food products; operating production equipment; and following food safety, quality, and company procedures. Work is performed in a refrigerated manufacturing environment and requires extended standing and walking, repetitive movements, and frequent handling of products weighing 25–35 pounds, with occasional handling of items up to 50 pounds. Fresh Mark describes its culture as focused on employee care, teamwork, safety, and supporting employees’ knowledge and career growth. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored authorization and must pass a pre-employment drug screen. Fresh Mark is a drug-free workplace.
Requirements
- Ability to work in a refrigerated manufacturing environment.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Frequently lift, push, pull, and move products weighing 25–35 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to bend, twist, reach, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift.
- Dependable attendance and ability to work scheduled overtime and weekends as needed.
- Commitment to workplace safety and food safety standards.
- Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.
Responsibilities
- Produce, package, label, and inspect food products in a manufacturing environment.
- Follow food safety, quality, and company policies and procedures.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Operate production equipment safely and efficiently.
- Work as part of a team to meet daily production goals.
- Follow safety requirements and use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Assist with other production-related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Stable, full-time employment
- Biweekly pay
- Paid training
- Overtime opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with low premiums and deductibles
- Company-paid life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Supportive team environment
- Paid vacations
- Employee assistance programs
- Health reimbursement/savings accounts
- Pensions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
