Papillion Foods-Production-1st Shift

Hormel Foods•Papillion, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Papillion Foods is hiring for first-shift production positions. Start and end times vary by department. Pay grades and rates are: P1, General Production, $21.60; P2, Skilled General Production and Sanitation, $22.20; P3, Inspection and Operator, $22.75; P4, Machine Operator, Process Checkers, and Forklift Drivers, $23.20; and P5, Shipping Dock and Batching Operators, $23.95. Employees operate production or specialized equipment, monitor production and product quality, move materials through the facility, and support safe and efficient manufacturing operations. The role includes equipment setup and changeovers, basic troubleshooting, completing inspections and documentation, and following food safety, quality, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures. Work takes place in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, including refrigerated areas maintained at 32–42 degrees and areas around raw or processed meat.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer and must not now or in the future require employer sponsorship for a work visa.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be willing to work overtime and weekends.
One year of consistent production experience in a production and/or manufacturing environment.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the workday.
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and in refrigerated production areas (32–42 degrees), including around raw or processed meat.
Ability to safely lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Machine operating experience.
Forklift experience.
Food quality assurance experience.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, including reading, writing, and speaking.

Responsibilities

Operate production equipment, forklifts, or other specialized equipment safely and efficiently while following work instructions and standard operating procedures.
Monitor production processes, equipment performance, and product quality for safety, efficiency, and compliance with quality standards.
Perform quality inspections, verify product specifications, complete required documentation, and report quality concerns or production issues to supervision.
Safely move, stage, and transport materials, ingredients, finished products, and packaging throughout the facility as assigned.
Perform equipment setup, adjustments, product changeovers, and basic troubleshooting to support efficient production operations.
Comply with food safety, quality, and sanitation programs, including GMPs, HACCP, and company policies.
Follow safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment, powered industrial equipment, and safe work practices.
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area while supporting continuous improvement and production efficiency.
Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, and Food Safety & Quality teams to meet production goals.
Perform other duties as assigned.