Production Trainee

Milo's Tea Company - Moore, SC

Full-time - Entry Level

Moore, SC

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Production Trainee at Milo's Tea Company is responsible for executing routine operations and operating equipment within the production plant. This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to quality standards while contributing to the company's mission of putting people and the planet first. The position involves hands-on work with production machinery and requires a commitment to maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate all production machinery including forklifts, pallet jacks, hoses, etc.
• Manually handle cased goods around the manufacturing area.
• Follow all safety rules and requirements and GMP guidelines.
• Weigh and prepare raw materials for processing.
• Provide coverage for line operators during assigned rest periods.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized work area.
• Work with fellow operators as a team to achieve safety, quality, and production goals.
• Assist maintenance with troubleshooting equipment problems.
• Perform general housekeeping and plant clean up as needed.
• Accurately document production activities and submit required paperwork.
• Work overtime and weekends as required.
• Uphold and participate in all Corporate Responsibility programming including recycling, social advocacy, and MMAD volunteering opportunities.

Requirements

• Ability to use hands to handle and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, or kneel for much of the assigned shift.
• Ability to stay at work station for three continuous hours.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable being exposed to moving mechanical parts and wet/humid conditions, occasionally exposed to extreme cold.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with bonus opportunities.
• 100% employer paid medical premiums for associates and their families.
• Free Mental Health, Financial Wellness, and Legal Counseling benefits.
• 401K with a company match.
• Company paid Life Insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement assistance.
• Continuous learning opportunities through various platforms and resources.
• Robust parental leave program.
• Care Relief Fund to help Associates in need.
• Associate Assistance Program.
• Paid volunteer time.