Service

Russell Stover•Abilene, KS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Service Employee at Russell Stover, you will support the chocolate production process by packaging, inspecting, and palletizing products to meet company quality standards. You will operate equipment and tools safely, handle raw and finished products, and perform assigned production and cleanup tasks. You will work collaboratively with team members, maintain a clean and safe work environment, and participate in cross-functional training. The role also requires adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and completion of Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) training and programs. Employees are expected to report potential food safety hazards, process deviations, or non-conformities to the designated plant supervisor and contribute to the company’s food safety culture.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Communicate effectively and speak, read, and write English fluently, with or without accommodation.
Be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Be able to routinely and frequently stand, stoop, bend, and lift overhead.
Be able to stand on hard surfaces for the duration of the shift.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Two or more years of experience in a manufacturing facility.
Ability to read and understand rulers, tape measures, scales, and thermometers.
Ability to understand product specifications established by Russell Stover Chocolates and recognize deviations from those specifications.
Experience operating a scan gun.
Willingness to learn new processes and adapt to a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Operate equipment and tools safely and proficiently according to company standards and guidelines.
Inspect, receive, deliver, secure, and maintain raw or finished products in accordance with Russell Stover Chocolates guidelines.
Inspect finished candy as it exits cooling tunnels, transfer candy from conveyor belts to trays, and place trays in steels.
Monitor candy weight, seal and secure boxes, and transfer them to pallets.
Maintain records and perform activities required of other members of the area, line, or team.
Perform assigned cleanup activities.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure product quality and comply with food safety standards.
Complete and follow FSQA training and programs to meet regulatory requirements, protect consumers, and support plant food safety and quality objectives.
Promptly report and take appropriate action regarding observed or potential food safety hazards, process deviations, or non-conformities by notifying the designated plant supervisor.
Contribute to continuous improvement of the company’s food safety culture.
Collaborate with fellow team members and participate in cross-functional training.