Production Worker

Albertsons • Merced, CA

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About The Position

The Production Worker performs food production tasks to meet operational, safety, and quality standards. The role involves operating equipment, following recipes and manufacturing orders, maintaining an organized workspace, verifying product specifications, documenting cook temperatures, loading and unloading ovens, and performing sanitation duties. The Production Worker also contributes to training, coordinates with team members, and may lead production activities when a supervisor is absent. Work follows standard operating procedures, food safety protocols, and production targets.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills and ability to read and follow instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and push or pull items weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments and perform physical tasks throughout the shift, including bending, lifting, climbing, standing, squatting, pulling, and pushing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in food production or manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with BRC standards and manufacturing operational systems.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Experience delivering training and guiding team performance.
• Ability to contribute to improvements in yield, labor efficiency, and product quality.

Responsibilities

• Verify product specifications according to manufacturing orders and recipes.
• Operate ovens, monitor cook cycles, and maintain smoke generators.
• Load and unload racks, move product into coolers, and ensure proper cool down.
• Set up, operate, and tear down equipment with minimal oversight.
• Perform packing, boxing, and product trimming tasks.
• Operate pallet jacks and hand jacks.
• Complete HACCP documentation and monitor product temperatures.
• Follow food safety protocols, participate in safety meetings, report food safety concerns, and maintain clean work areas.
• Inspect ovens and equipment for readiness and compliance.
• Train new team members using SOPs and communicate with peers and supervisors.
• Help establish routines and training plans aligned with department goals.
• Guide team members toward production expectations and may take charge of production activities in a supervisor’s absence.
• Maintain reliable attendance, communicate schedule changes in advance, respond to supervisory feedback, and follow company policies.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Access to up to 50% of earned wages before payday through a partnership with Stream.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Associate discounts.
• Training, career growth, and development support.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• Vacation and paid time off.
• Inclusive work culture built on belonging.

What This Job Offers

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