Skilled Labor - Production Associates

Grecian Delight | Kronos • Elk Grove Village, IL

98d • $18 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Grecian Delight | Kronos Foods Corp is hiring Production Associates for its Elk Grove Village and Glendale Heights locations. Associates complete assigned tasks in their department, with training available for motivated workers. The role involves operating production equipment, moving and processing product, handling ingredients and raw materials, and maintaining product quality, sanitation, safety, and line performance. Work takes place in a manufacturing plant with varied temperatures, including hot, cold, and freezer areas.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a food manufacturing plant or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience operating machinery is desired.
• Ability to perform the physical demands described, including lifting up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a food manufacturing plant or equivalent.
• Experience operating machinery.

Responsibilities

• Work safely and follow all safety rules; report safety concerns.
• Maintain good housekeeping and follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Report issues with equipment, materials, or finished products, including foreign objects.
• Assemble, set up, break down, and inspect equipment in the assigned area.
• Operate equipment and machines and handle or move product through the manufacturing process.
• Measure, add, grind, and/or mix ingredients and other raw materials.
• Work independently with limited supervision.
• Maintain the quality, sanitation, and performance of the assigned production line.
• Perform quality checks, set up equipment, maintain operational parameters, and monitor equipment performance to produce quality products.
• Perform duties needed to meet third-party audit requirements and company standards, including SQF, HACCP, FSMA, USDA, and FDA requirements.
• Use tools and equipment required for assigned tasks, including a pallet jack.
• Track and report productivity using computers, iPads, or other technology.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision options for employees and their families.
• Safe-harbor 401(k) plan with generous matching and immediate vesting.
• Life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability programs.
• Health, dependent care, and commuter flexible spending accounts.
• Health Savings Account contributions.
• Additional voluntary benefit programs.
• Paid vacations and holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed