General Labor

Job Details: Job Location: Spring Glen Plant - Ephrata, PA, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: Day, The General Laborer is responsible for performing a wide range of cleaning, material handling, and general labor tasks within the Production and Entrée Departments. This role supports efficient production operations by learning line flow, assisting with product setup, and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment. Work may occur across multiple shifts based on operational needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are representative of the types of responsibilities required for the role. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed to meet the needs of the organization:

Stacks boxes of finished products onto pallets and applies shrink wrap for safe storage and transport.
Inspects finished products to ensure proper labeling, quality standards, and compliance with company specifications.
Packs finished products into boxes or totes; inspects pallets, boxes, and totes for defects; places poly liners in totes; verifies product weights; and prepares items for storage, including stacking and shrink wrapping.
Learns and supports the setup and line flow of various products within the Production Department.
Cleans and sanitizes machinery and equipment as required.
Maintains clean, organized, and safe work areas in accordance with good housekeeping practices.
Completes required checks, documentation, and production paperwork accurately and legibly throughout the shift.
Follows all food safety, legality, and quality policies and procedures, including but not limited to GMPs, HACCP, food safety, product quality, food security, and plant security requirements.
Adheres to all safety procedures and uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
Immediately reports any safety concerns, hazards, or incidents to the Production Supervisor and/or Lead.
Maintains plant hygiene standards to ensure the highest level of product integrity.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor and/or Lead.

Spring Glen Fresh Foods offers a competitive rate of pay; a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, prescription drug; paid holidays; paid time off; paid short term disability; paid life insurance; and a 401(k) Retirement plan.

Spring Glen fresh foods is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Qualifications:
0–1 year of experience in an industrial food manufacturing environment preferred.
Ability to perform general labor tasks and meet job requirements with consistency and reliability.
Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work effectively with employees at all levels, including management.
High attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate records and follow written procedures.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing production needs.
Basic understanding of safety and food handling practices is a plus.