Production Associate

South Mountain Creamery • Chambersburg, PA

13d • $17 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

South Mountain Creamery is a dairy farm family that bottles its own milk and makes its own butter, yogurt, and ice cream. They brought the milkman back in 2001 and have been making home deliveries to the DMV area for 24 years. They have grown to be the largest and most efficient home delivery business in the area. They are currently hiring a Production Associate for their plant in Chambersburg, PA. The Production Team is vital to creating high-quality farm-fresh products that are distributed to home delivery and wholesale customers alike. This position reports to the Production Manager and is anticipated to work M-F, 5:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m., with some flexibility to help on other shifts as requested by management.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or equivalent
• The motivation to work in a team environment - safely
• A detail-oriented mindset
• Basic math, computation, and paperwork completion skills
• The ability to lift roughly 40lbs from ground level to waist high, using proper lifting techniques.
• Work is performed in warehouse and refrigerated settings; you must be able to work in a fast-paced environment while working safely and efficiently.
• Bending and other physical tasks are required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Interpret daily production schedules
• Read, comprehend, and follow standard operating procedures
• Safely operate and monitor processing equipment
• Ensure the Production area is clean, free of hazards, and running smoothly
• Machine operation and product packaging
• Ensure that the correct label is placed on the correct product
• Ensure that the correct product is placed in the correct box
• Make sure that the printer is set up correctly with the right date code and product description
• Help with tearing down and cleaning the work area
• Complete end-of-day sanitation making sure the area is clean & prepped for the next day’s production
• May assist with documentation, recordkeeping, and reporting as required by law and/or regulatory agencies (i.e., FDA, OSHA, USDA, etc.)
• Assist in other departments as necessary, and any other duties assigned by management

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Opportunities for growth
• Health, dental, and vision options
• A great 401(k) plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED