Production Operator

Laborup•Sevierville, TN

21d

About The Position

Production Associates support a fast-paced food and consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturing environment. This is a clean, safety-first operation where quality, teamwork, and consistency matter every day. The company emphasizes family values, invests in training, and offers a path for advancement; many Production Supervisors and Area Managers began in production. The role is suited to someone with a positive attitude who is reliable and coachable, with opportunities to grow over time. Compensation is listed as $23 per hour, comprising a $21.75 base rate and a $1.25 per-hour shift differential. Shift options are 2nd shift, 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., and 3rd shift, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. On-the-job training is provided. Benefits include potential for $0-premium medical coverage, an annual Health Risk Assessment, company-paid life insurance, a 401(k), a company pension, variable compensation when the business performs well, annual safety shoe and uniform allotments, a quarterly gym membership allotment, and weekly pay.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Manufacturing experience is helpful but not required; on-the-job training is provided.
Willingness to learn new stations, accept feedback, and grow into more advanced roles over time.
Positive, dependable, and respectful attitude, with the ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Assist with operating and monitoring automated machine lines, following standard work instructions to keep production running smoothly and safely.
Load and unload raw materials and packaging components, stage materials at the line, and maintain consistent material flow to prevent downtime.
Perform periodic in-process checks and basic measurements to confirm products meet quality standards, and document checks as required.
Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized workspace, following GMP and food-safety expectations throughout the shift.
Work collaboratively with teammates and supervisors, communicate issues, support changeovers, and learn additional stations as training progresses.