1st Shift Production Assocation (Dough Room)

Home Run Inn is looking for a hardworking and detail-oriented Production Associate to join our food production team.

Job Summary: In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring that our products meet quality and safety standards while maintaining a clean and efficient production environment. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced setting and has a strong commitment to teamwork and precision.

Location: Woodridge, IL

Shift Details: 1st Shift, Monday-Friday, 6am-3pm
Occasional Saturday shifts as needed.
Voluntary overtime may be available

Responsibilities:

Production Operations

• Operate, monitor, and maintain food processing equipment according to established procedures.
• Assist with assembly, packaging, and labeling of products to meet production goals.
• Follow recipes, measurements, and product specifications to ensure consistency.
• Follow proper training procedures when handling raw ingredients to ensure products meet designed specifications.
• Ensure that there is sufficient amount of material (boxes, totes, bags, raw materials, etc.) to perform tasks.
• Ensure that all equipment is operating correctly at respective position. Immediately report any equipment malfunction to Production Leader.

Quality Assurance

• Inspect raw materials and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Report any product inconsistencies or defects to the supervisor.

Safety and Sanitation

• Adhere to all safety guidelines, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety regulations.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and tools before, during, and after shifts.
• Use any down time to assist with cleaning the department or production line and area or other duties as assigned.

Team Collaboration

• Work cooperatively with team members to meet production deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and other departments to resolve issues.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in food processing, manufacturing, or a similar environment preferred.
  
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Basic math skills for measurements and production tracking
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
  
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to [insert weight, e.g., 50 lbs] for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in temperature-controlled environments (cold or warm).

Home Run Inn Pizza is a fourth-generation family business that competes in both the restaurant and frozen food industries. Ideally you have one of our frozen pizzas in your freezer right now. Our primary goal at Home Run Inn Pizza is to be more than a participant in these industries. Our goal is to be a leader. We currently dominate the Chicago frozen pizza landscape, and we know exactly why. Weve identified the key elements of our Chicago strategy and have decided it is time to become the leading tavern style pizza nationally!

What We Offer:

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  A Safe, Fun, and Vibrant Work Environment: We prioritize food quality and safety while fostering a safe, inclusive, and vibrant work environment, enhanced by a rewarding recognition program, company-wide events, and team celebrations.
• Career Growth and Learning Opportunities: Continuous learning and advancement.
• Flexible Hours and Schedules: Tailored to fit mutual needs.
• Free On-Demand Healthcare Coverage: Available to all teammates and their household members.
• Paid Sick and Personal Time: Available to all teammates.
• Employee Discounts: 50% off pizza, 25% off other menu items, and discounted Frozen Pizza.
• Value Menu During Shift: Restaurant teammates only.
• • Profit Sharing Program
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan
  • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Floating Holiday
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Employer-Paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Reimbursement Program
• Major Holidays Off
• Welcome Gift: $75 voucher.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on Safety Shoes, Travel, Entertainment, and More!
  
  
  • Based on eligibility.