3rd Shift Production Laborer

3rd Shift Position - 3pm - 11pm

Hanover Foods Corporation, Centre Hall, PA is currently seeking General Laborers.  This position is responsible for performing general, non-mechanical duties throughout the plant.  The position prepares raw materials for production, inspects and removes defects from product, responsible for container inspections to include seam inspections, proper lid placements and proper fill levels, keeping work areas clean including sweeping, dumping and disposing of materials used in production.  Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.  This position is available on 1st shift schedule 7a - 5p

Duties Include:

1) Stacks boxes of products on pallets and shrink wraps for storage.

2) Inspects finished product for quality and proper labeling. 

3) Packs finished product into boxes or totes, inspects pallets, boxes, and totes for defective units not to be used; places poly liners in totes; assures proper weights; and stacks and shrink wraps for storage as needed.

4) Learns the line flow and sets up production of various products for the Production Department.

5) Cleans machinery as applicable.

6) Ensures the work areas are clean and in accordance with good housekeeping practices.

7) Performs various checks and does paperwork throughout the shift ensuring accuracy and legible handwriting.

8) Responsible for following food safety, legality and quality polices and procedures within the scope of the job responsibilities such as but not limited to:  GMP’s, HACCP, food safety, product quality, food security, plant security, etc.

9) Adheres to common safety practices and procedures, including the wearing of proper PPE’s when necessary.

10) Reports safety issues immediately to Supervisor and/or Lead.

11) Adheres to plant hygiene standards to ensure high product integrity.

12) Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor and/or Lead

Hanover Foods offers a competitive rate of pay and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and prescription drug, and 401(k).

Hanover Foods Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• The ability to attend work predictably and regularly and to be punctual.
• The ability to read and understand documents, drawings, and instructions (whether presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form).
• The ability to work with mathematical concepts and to apply concepts to practical situations.
• The ability to work cooperatively with others.
• The ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and coworkers.
• The ability to perform several tasks at once.
• The ability to follow direction or instruction.
• The ability to use a computer to communicate, create, and access information.
• The ability to lift and move 80 pounds.
• The ability to sit/stand/bend/stretch, etc.
• The ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with the hands and arms.