Line Feeder - 1st shift

Richelieu Foods•Wheeling, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a leading national private label and contract packing food manufacturer focused on frozen pizza. We have two manufacturing facilities located in IL, and WI. We provide products to many national retailers, wholesalers, distributors, club and mass stores, as well as industrial accounts including other food manufacturers. This position is based out of our Wheeling, IL location. The Line Feeder ensures seamless production operations by supplying materials to assembly lines. This role involves maintaining an inventory of necessary items and coordinating with production staff to keep the line running efficiently. Efficiency and attention to detail are crucial for line feeders, as proper alignment and positioning of items on the line maximize overall efficiency. The Line Feeder works closely with machine operators, assists in operating machinery, communicates with production supervisors about any issues, and helps avoid mechanical damage to products. Adherence to safety protocols is essential to ensure a safe working environment, and the role contributes to maintaining quality standards throughout the production process. Responsibilities include unloading boxes, stacking materials, and ensuring all necessary items are ready for assembly. Line feeders take care to avoid mechanical damage to products during handling and transportation, and maintain a clean and organized work area. Experience handling electric pallet jacks is required.

Requirements

Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Alert management about potential hazards or equipment malfunctions.
Proven experience as a Line Feeder, Production Worker, or in a similar role.
A keen eye for precision and quality.
Commitment to following health and safety regulations.
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
Perform tasks efficiently to meet production targets.
Experience handling electric pallet jacks.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
Bilingual (English & Spanish) is a plus.
Ability to work cooperatively and maintain a professional working relationship with employees.
Good interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written required.
Good organizational skills required.
Flexibility.

Responsibilities

Ensure seamless production operations by supplying materials to assembly lines.
Maintain an inventory of necessary items and coordinate with production staff to keep the line running efficiently.
Proper alignment and positioning of items on the line maximize overall efficiency.
Work closely with machine operators.
Assist in operating machinery.
Communicate with production supervisors about any issues.
Help avoid mechanical damage to products.
Adhere to safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment.
Contribute to maintaining quality standards throughout the production process.
Unload boxes, stack materials, and ensure all necessary items are ready for assembly.
Take care to avoid mechanical damage to products during handling and transportation.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Handle electric pallet jacks.