General Labor

Spring Glen Fresh Foods in Ephrata, PA is now seeking 1st shift General Laborers . We are offering great benefits, stable work shifts, and a clean/ welcoming work environment. Work where you matter!

General laborers are responsible for performing production, sanitation, and other general duties as assigned in accordance with established safety and quality standards.

• Is aware of and complies with all GMP and OSHA requirements to perform the essential functions of the job safely.
• Performs basic duties such as placing labels on lids, placing lids on containers, removing containers from production lines, ensure containers are the correct size, reading scales, weigh out product, and placing them on racks.
• Inspects and removes defects or any extraneous materials from product.
• Reports any mechanical or safety problems.
• Adheres to all safety practices, including wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
• Keeps work area clean by sweeping, shoveling, dumping, or disposing of various materials.
• Adheres to all plant hygiene standards to ensure product integrity.
• Responsible for employee safety, food safety, legality, and quality within the scope of the job’s responsibilities.
• Must have a good attendance record

While the duties above generally describe the job content, not all duties are performed continually or regularly (i.e., daily, weekly, etc.). Duties performed are dependent upon the operation being supported.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 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 50 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.

The position requires ability to read, write and understand the English language, and have basic math skills in order to satisfactorily complete job requirements.

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.