Production Stacker - 1st and 2nd shifts

Stratas Foods • Nashville, TN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Stacker safely stacks, inspects, and prepares finished products for movement throughout the production area. The role ensures products are stacked according to specifications, maintains continuous product flow, and transports finished product using a manual or electric pallet jack while following food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards.

This is an entry-level manufacturing-floor position. Employees must be able to perform a variety of assigned tasks and work any shift, overtime, and weekends as required. The listed shifts are 1st shift, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., and 2nd shift, 3:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to safely operate a manual or electric pallet jack.
• Ability to operate production equipment safely and effectively.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and production schedules.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to identify quality concerns and report them promptly.
• Basic math and counting skills.
• Ability to work independently after training.
• Must be able to work any shift, overtime, and weekends as required.
• Must be able to walk throughout the plant, including climbing stairs and portable or fixed ladders.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Must have sensory acuity sufficient to identify and react to normal, abnormal, and alarm conditions.
• Must be able to work through and break down complex problems and processes and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Previous relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Stack finished products according to established specifications and stacking patterns.
• Inspect finished products for defects, damaged packaging, incorrect labeling, and other quality concerns.
• Remove non-conforming product from the production line and notify appropriate personnel.
• Maintain continuous product flow to prevent production interruptions.
• Operate a manual or electric pallet jack to transport finished product, materials, and empty pallets throughout the production area.
• Stage completed product in designated areas for pickup by warehouse personnel.
• Supply empty pallets and other materials to production lines as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Follow food safety, quality, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Immediately report equipment malfunctions, product defects, or unsafe conditions.
• Assist with line changeovers, sanitation, and general housekeeping as assigned.
• Complete required production and quality documentation accurately.
• Assist other production team members as needed to meet production goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on the first day of employment.
• Voluntary benefits beginning on the first day of employment.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Fitness reimbursement.
• College tuition reimbursement.
• 401(k) match up to 5%.
• Vacation pay.
• Holiday pay.
• Bereavement pay.
• Jury duty pay.

What This Job Offers

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