[US-DC] Production Associate, Factor

HelloFresh
Aurora, IL
On-site

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have experience in manufacturing or food assembly environments.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with prior experience in food manufacturing or assembly lines and a strong track record of meeting productivity goals
    — “Respectfully support and follow direction from all managers, supervisors and leads about line performance.”
  • Individuals who thrive in physically demanding environments and can maintain focus under pressure
    — “Able to accurately perform repetitive tasks in a fast paced environment.”
  • Those who have worked in team-based settings where collaboration and attention to quality are key
    — “Able to work on a team to plate various meals into a bento.”

Things to consider

  • The role requires a high physical stamina due to extended hours and lifting requirements
    — “regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, reach and lift for a minimum of 10 to 12 hours.”
  • The work environment is physically demanding with exposure to cold temperatures and loud noise
    — “regularly exposed to cool and/or cold temperatures (10º - 35º). The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight prior experience with food safety standards and team-based meal assembly in your resume and interviews
    — “follow all safety, GMP and SQF policies/procedures, as well as adherence to PPE/hygiene policies.”
  • Emphasize your capacity to maintain productivity and meet deadlines without constant supervision
    — “Completes tasks as directed by with minimum supervision.”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · LowDecision Impact · IndividualLevel · Mid Level

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What success looks like

  • Meet production goals
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment
  • Support team in meeting deadlines
Typical background
Experience in manufacturing or assemblyBasic culinary skills

Skills & requirements

Required

ManufacturingAssemblyFood SafetyTeamworkTime Management

Preferred

LeadershipProblem-solving

Stack & domain

ManufacturingAssemblyFood PreparationPlate AssemblyBento Box PreparationQuality ControlSafety ProtocolsGMPSQFPpe/hygiene PoliciesTeamworkTime ManagementAttention To DetailProblem-solvingAdaptabilityCommunicationFood ProductionAssembly Line

About the role

Original posting from HelloFresh

Production Associate

Shifts-1st 5:00am to 3:30pm, 2nd 3:30pm to 2:00am

Production Associate works alongside and with the team to ensure maximum productivity.  The associate is responsible for following all safety, GMP and SQF policies/procedures, as well as adherence to PPE/hygiene policies, in cooperation with the supervisor. 

You will

Respectfully support and follow direction from all managers, supervisors and leads about line performance.

Able to accurately perform repetitive tasks in a fast paced environment

Able to work on a team to plate various meals into a bento

Abide by standard operating policies and procedures

Reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the Quality Assurance and/or Lead/Supervisor

Utilizes the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.

 Completes tasks as directed by with minimum supervision.

Occasionally required to prepare ingredients using tools such as food scales, measuring spoons and cups, etc., as needed

You have

Results Driven 

Team player

Maintaining momentum and remaining on task to meet goals and deadlines

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is in a manufacturing and assembly environment and is regularly exposed to cool and/or cold temperatures (10º - 35º). The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. 

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, reach and lift for a minimum of 10 to 12 hours with or without reasonable accommodation. The employee is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects and/or tools. The employee is required to talk or hear with or without reasonable accommodation. 

The employee must regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are varied according to shift.  There are occasions where overtime is required based upon production needs. The Production Associate is expected to work the hours it takes to finish production each day.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED.

One year of related experience is preferred.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be supplemented at any time with or without notice.

You’ll get…

Generous PTO and additional sick leave

Competitive hourly rate, 401k company match that vests immediately upon participation

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment

Up to 85% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_)  

Access to Employee Resource Groups that are open to all employees, including those pertaining to BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+

Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chain

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities. However, the Company reserves the right to adjust, modify, or reassign work tasks and responsibilities as needed to meet changing business needs, operational requirements, or other factors.

 Illinois Pay Range$19—$19 USD

Source: HelloFresh careers

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