About this role
This entry-level position is responsible for performing a variety of general production and manual labor tasks in a manufacturing environment while maintaining a safe and efficient workplace. Working under direct supervision, employees may assist with production activities, including handling, loading, unloading, lifting, and moving materials, while following established safety, quality, and operational procedures.
Job Responsibilities
- This position is an individual contributor with no direct reports.
- Assist with production line and work area setup according to established procedures and specifications.
- Verify proper equipment setup and operation to support desired production results.
- Periodically inspect products throughout the shift to ensure quality specifications are met.
- Assist equipment operators with troubleshooting when necessary.
- Perform equipment operator duties when needed or when the assigned operator is unavailable.
- Notify management of production issues, equipment problems, or other operational concerns.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Follow established lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and other applicable safety requirements.
- Follow instructions and assist team members as needed to support production operations.
- Understand and follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and reinforce compliance with established procedures.
- Perform work safely and promptly report unsafe conditions to management.
- Understand and consistently follow applicable safety procedures, policies, regulations, standards, and laws through appropriate training, use of protective equipment, and safe work practices.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Experience, Skills & Education
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks associated with production operations.
- Ability to work at the pace required to support production line operations.
- Ability to understand and follow work instructions, safety procedures, and established production requirements.
Strongly Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to read and understand written English.
Preferred Qualifications
- 0–1 year of experience in manufacturing, production, or a related field.
- Previous experience working in a food manufacturing or production environment.
Work Environment
- Work is performed in a food manufacturing environment that may include elevated noise levels, extreme temperatures, moving equipment, conveyor systems, and pedestrian traffic, depending on the assigned production area.
- Working conditions are typical of a food manufacturing facility.
- This position does not require domestic travel.
- The position may require lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Physical activities may include frequent or occasional bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, stretching, reaching, and using hands and fingers to handle objects, tools, and equipment controls.
- The position may require speaking, hearing, and using the sense of touch while performing assigned duties.
- Employees may be required to stand or walk on concrete flooring for extended periods, potentially exceeding eight hours per shift.
Compensation
This role is eligible for overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 hours in a week and may also be eligible for additional hourly premiums for perfect attendance and/or working evening or night shifts. As part of a complete total rewards package, OSI also offers comprehensive paid time off (sick, vacation, holidays and other programs), 401k with matching company contributions, a full suite of benefit offerings (medical, dental, vision, life, disability and other voluntary coverages) for you and your family and educational assistance with opportunities for professional development.
