General Laborer - First Shift - New Oxford
Sandridge Crafted Foods•New Oxford, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
The General Laborer performs essential production and sanitation tasks required for the safe and efficient manufacture of food products. This position requires consistent adherence to food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards. The essential functions outlined below are fundamental to the position and must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
Requirements
- Ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instructions
- Ability to work effectively in a team-based production environment
- Ability to comply with food safety and sanitation requirements
- Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods (up to 8–12 hours per shift)
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
- Frequent bending, reaching, grasping, and repetitive hand motions
- Ability to use hands and fingers to handle tools, controls, and food products
- Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED
- Prior experience in food manufacturing, production, or industrial environments
Responsibilities
- Perform repetitive manual tasks involved in food preparation, processing, and packaging
- Operate basic production machinery and equipment in accordance with established procedures
- Handle raw materials, ingredients, and finished goods throughout the production process
- Maintain production pace to meet operational and quality standards
- Accurately follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions
- Adhere to all food safety regulations, including GMP, HACCP, and sanitation standards
- Monitor products for quality, defects, or contamination and take appropriate action
- Maintain proper labeling, handling, and storage of food products
- Follow allergen control and cross-contamination prevention protocols
- Clean and sanitize equipment, tools, and work areas according to required schedules
- Properly use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
- Comply with all workplace safety rules and immediately report hazards or incidents
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance
- Work assigned shifts, including overtime, weekends, or holidays as required by production needs
- Assist with inventory counts or material staging
- Support other production areas as needed
- Participate in continuous improvement or cross-training initiatives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
