Production Worker

Albertsons Companies•Bellevue, WA

22h•$26 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Safeway Ice Cream Plant located in Bellevue, Washington, has an opening for an Ice Cream Production Worker as well as Packer. Competitive Wages – The pay range is $26.21 to $34.95 per hour, but no less than the local minimum wage. Starting rates will vary based on things like location, experience, qualifications, and the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement. Additional premiums for swing and grave shifts are available. Dependent on length of service, hours worked and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay (accrued based on hours worked), PTO/Vacation pay (accrued based on hours worked), paid holidays (between 7-9 days annually), bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility). Primary job functions are to receive ice cream bars/popsicles from the machine chute and place either 6 or 12 bars (depending on packaging) on a moving conveyor and move 8 or 12 boxes of ice cream into a cardboard sleeve. Packers empty garbage and dispose of defective products, clean equipment at the end of the production run and rotate among packing positions. Shifts are currently 1pm to 9:30pm (subject to change due to seniority), Monday through Friday. Occasional OT as business needs required. The Safeway Ice Cream Plant located in Bellevue, Washington, has an opening for a Machine Operator/Boxer. Our 290,000 associates have a passion for great service and building lasting relationships with our customers. Through a companywide focus on innovation, we are continually enhancing our digital and product offerings, making it easy for customers to get what they need, wherever they are. ALBERTSONS SAFEWAY IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 1-888-255-2269. Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey! Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street. Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success. Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process. This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 1-888-255-2269(option #4). Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications and the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay (accrued based on hours worked), PTO/Vacation Pay (accrued based on hours worked) or Flexible Time Off, paid holidays (8-9 days annually), bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility). [If applicable:] Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus.

Requirements

Previous experience operating machines/production equipment preferred but not required
Ability to work overtime as needed
Good communication skills
Ability to work as part of a team
High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous experience in a food production or manufacturing environment preferred.
Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
Ability to follow recipes, measurements, and instructions accurately.
Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift/move heavy objects.
Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Flexibility to work in a fast-paced production environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Willingness to follow safety protocols and adhere to company policies and procedures.
Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends or overtime as needed

Responsibilities

receive ice cream bars/popsicles from the machine chute and place either 6 or 12 bars (depending on packaging) on a moving conveyor
move 8 or 12 boxes of ice cream into a cardboard sleeve
empty garbage and dispose of defective products
clean equipment at the end of the production run
rotate among packing positions
Work as a team member and share job duties with other Machine Operators.
Follow Operating Procedures and be responsible for Efficiency, Sanitation, 5'S, and GMP's, Good House Keeping and accurate record keeping.
Must be able to perform all jobs in a safe and productive manner.
Assist in pre-start up activities and general plant sanitation.
Adherence to all Safety, Quality and Sanitation standards.
Other plant-wide duties as directed by Supervision.