Production Associate

US Foods•Aurora, IL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Associate works in a fast-paced meat-processing environment, preparing products to feed production lines or move to the next processing stage. The role uses tools, processes, and materials to process and package meat products according to planned schedules, food-safety requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices, company standards, and customer specifications. Duties may include receiving and selecting product, packaging, sorting, re-boxing, marination, further processing, facility sanitation, visual inspection, and maintaining a clean work area. The position is based at the Chicago Stock Yards in Aurora, Illinois. It is full-time, first shift, Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Overtime and Saturday work may be required, with or without notice; the workday ends when work is completed. The role requires continual work in refrigerated conditions of 35°F–45°F and periods in a freezer at approximately -10°F to +10°F, with company-provided apparel for freezer work.

Requirements

Able to work continually in a refrigerated environment of 35°F–45°F.
Able to work for periods in a freezer environment of approximately -10°F to +10°F; company-provided apparel is available for freezer work.
Able to work overtime as needed, potentially with or without notice, and work Saturdays as needed.
Able to perform the physical activities described, including continuous standing; frequent lifting of 10–20 lbs., 25–50 lbs., and 50–100 lbs.; and frequent pushing/pulling, climbing/balancing, stooping/squatting, kneeling, bending, and manipulating objects.
Basic reading, writing, and math skills.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or GED.
Experience in production, warehouse, food processing, manufacturing, food production, or food-service warehouse environments.

Responsibilities

Prepare meat products to feed production lines or to prepare them for the next stage of processing.
Use tools, processes, and materials to process and package meat products within planned schedules.
Follow food-safety requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices, company manufacturing requirements, and safety regulations.
Visually inspect meat products to ensure they meet specifications.
Meet company standards and customer specifications.
Assist with maintaining cleanliness in the general work area and facility.
Perform product receiving and selection, packaging, sorting, re-boxing, marination, and further processing as needed.
Complete miscellaneous duties and other tasks as assigned.