Nutrition General Labor

Leprino•Waverly, NY

16h•Onsite

About The Position

At Leprino Foods, the Nutrition General Labor position operates the whey bagging line safely and according to standard operating procedures while monitoring the quality of outgoing product. The role reports to the Whey Supervisor and has no direct reports. The stated schedule is Nights, 6:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m. The facility operates 24/7, so employees must be willing and able to work weekends, holidays, other shifts, and required overtime as needed. Pay is $26.17 per hour, with a $0.75 evening differential for each hour worked from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. and a $1.00 weekend differential for each hour worked Saturday or Sunday. The work takes place in a wet or slippery environment with loud noise and varying temperatures, including high heat and humidity. The role requires regular physical activity, including lifting up to 50 pounds hourly, climbing ladders, and regularly walking up and down stairs. Specific vision abilities may include close and distance vision, color and depth perception, and reading computer screens for extended periods. Leprino Foods describes its employees as part of a worldwide family dedicated to producing high-quality food and nutrition products. The company states that employee contributions are noticed and rewarded. It supports a drug-free workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must pass a physical abilities test assessing the ability to bend, reach, lift, pull, and climb stairs or ladders as required for the position.
Must be able to work Sunday through Saturday, off-shifts, weekends, holidays, and required overtime to support a 24-hour, 7-day operation.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds hourly, climb a ladder, and regularly walk up and down stairs.
Must be able to withstand high heat and humidity and work in wet or slippery conditions, loud noise, and varying temperatures.
Specific vision abilities may include close vision, distance vision, color and depth perception, and the ability to read computer screens for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
Background or aptitude in maintenance or mechanical functions.
Proficient computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office products.
Familiarity with or ability to learn SAP or a similar integrated manufacturing system.
Prior food industry experience.

Responsibilities

Operate bagger equipment efficiently according to standard operating procedures.
Monitor whey powder and packaged-product quality.
Conduct hourly scale checks and metal detector checks.
Reconcile bag and pallet weights.
Complete daily checklists.
Enter data into MES.
Complete paperwork accurately.
Communicate effectively.
Maintain a clean work area according to GMP practices.
Perform duties safely and comply with applicable safety policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Profit sharing.
401(k) plan.
Monthly safety/quality incentive bonus.
Matched retirement savings.
Paid vacation: 40 hours every six months, increasing with tenure.
Nine paid holidays.
56 hours of paid sick time annually.
Healthcare benefits beginning the first of the month following the hire date, including a wellness incentive program.
Educational assistance.
Discounts on Leprino Foods products.