General Laborer 1st shift

Chicago, IL•Chicago, IL

2d•$19 - $23

About The Position

The General Laborer supports production and packaging operations, including dumping ingredients, bagging products, and stacking finished goods. The role helps ensure product quality, accurate labeling, and an efficient workflow across packaging lines while maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant work environment. Team members may rotate among positions and perform additional duties as assigned by the shift supervisor or department manager. The position involves operating or assisting with packaging equipment, verifying ingredients and batch information, helping with blending, checking product seals and labels, monitoring metal detection, stacking palletized goods, completing documentation, and supporting inventory control. Employees must follow safety rules, food safety standards, Good Manufacturing Practices, company policies, and required lockout/tagout procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
Previous experience in a food manufacturing or packaging environment preferred.
Ability to operate or learn packaging and warehouse equipment, such as scales, label printers, and forklifts.
Forklift certification may be required; training may be provided.
Basic math and reading skills for verifying products, labels, and batch information.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull between 25–55+ lbs. on a continuous basis.
Frequent bending, crouching, twisting, and standing for extended periods.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced production environment.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without assistance or support from Newly Weds Foods.
Employment offer is conditional upon successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Previous experience in a food manufacturing or packaging environment.

Responsibilities

Operate and assist with packaging equipment, including bagging machines, scales, and label printers.
Dump and verify ingredients according to batch tickets to ensure recipe accuracy.
Load materials into hoppers and assist with blending processes as required.
Ensure products are properly filled, weighed, sealed, and labeled.
Verify that batch numbers, product codes, and labels match the product being processed.
Monitor metal detection systems and ensure products pass inspection.
Stack finished bags neatly on pallets according to specifications, including correct pallet configuration or color.
Assist across production lines with bagging, dumping, and stacking as needed.
Maintain product integrity and packaging standards throughout production.
Complete required paperwork and documentation accurately.
Assist with inventory control and cycle counts.
Identify and report equipment malfunctions, such as issues with metal detectors, conveyors, or rollers, to supervisors.
Maintain clean work areas and equipment, and follow proper lockout/tagout procedures when required.
Follow safety rules, food safety standards, Good Manufacturing Practices, and company policies.
Report shortages, inconsistencies, or quality concerns to the lead operator or supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.