Production associate

Quaker Production AssociateQuaker Oats, a division of PepsiCo, is recruiting Production Associates for full-time opportunities at the Cedar Rapids plant.

Quaker is a progressive employer, utilizing high performance work systems (HPWS) focused on driving results through organizational skill development.

We are looking for individuals who will be 100% engaged as owners of our business, dedicated to safety, quality, teamwork and with the initiative to analyze key metrics and respond to gaps swiftly and effectively.

Production associates can expect to complete a variety of production duties typically found in a traditional manufacturing setting.

You will be assigned to a specific role once hired, responsibilities can be found below. A key component of PepsiCo's success, Quaker has been making and distributing the very best oatmeal for 150 years.

Although you will start out working for Quaker Oats, this job can open the door to career opportunities with our parent company, PepsiCo.

We are open 24 hours a day, which means you may not have a typical schedule. As a Full-Time team member, you would work on average between 40 and 50 hours per week and be eligible to receive full company benefits including health insurance, dental and vision, retirement savings benefits including 401(k) with company contribution, vacation days and much more.

It's a physical job! If you have never worked in a manufacturing environment before, you should understand that you will be on your feet for the entirety of your shift.

The worker ensures that the line is running efficiently and is prepared for scheduled production runs. The operator is responsible for overseeing pouch filling and packaging processes.

The employee performs preventative maintenance on equipment, and cleans the equipment and work area. Responsible for equipment and assets between multiple floors.

Troubleshoots and fixes equipment and machinery issues within his / her scope of work; assists sub-ordinate operators as necessary.

Responsible for the effective startup / shutdown of all palletizing, conveying, automatic label application, slip sheeting, and stretch wrapping equipment.

Moves production lines machine to machine to minimize packaging downtime. Provides Department Manager with written documentation of downtime issues.

Wears a pager to answer all downtime issues for area of responsibility. Interacts with all internal customers Responsible for operation of the equipment that is liable for the flaking of oats, barley, wheat, or related products.

Makes and records quality checks of rolled product as specified. Assumes leader responsibility for his entire shift. Duties assigned to this classification may be varied from time to time where required for effective plant operation Safely and efficiently operate forklift to move product and load tractor trailers with palletized product Daily housekeeping and cleaning processes for their lineSuccessful candidates will demonstrate the following minimum qualifications : High School Diploma / GED preferred plus one year of relevant work experience A relevant two year Associates / Technical degree is preferred Must work effectively in a team environment which requires continued development of new skills, continued drive for productivity and process improvements, self direction and the ability to communicate at all levels Must be able to work any shift in any department including an alternative,12 hour work schedule, weekends and holidays Must be able to meet the physical demands of working in a manufacturing environment including, but not limited to, extreme temperatures, humidity, hazardous / loud equipment, and slippery surfaces You can stand and walk for extended periods of time with or without a reasonable accommodation You can climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch for extended periods with or without a reasonable accommodation Must have the ability to lift moderately heavy weights Must be willing to comply with grooming / sanitation requirements Must satisfactorily pass pre-employment assessment testing, post offer drug / alcohol screen and background check Must be legally eligible to work in the United StatesThe wage rate schedule for new hires is : Starting rate $26.

00 1st Anniversary rate $30.30 2nd Anniversary rate $34.09 3rd Anniversary rate up to $43.01Phone calls, emails, resumes and applications will NOT be accepted at the plant.

Join the 2,500 Quaker associates that work hard to bring you the snacks you love by submitting your application today.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer : Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender IdentityOur Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance;

and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents.

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Last updated : 2024-05-01