Production Associate

Vitakraft Sun Seed, Inc. has an immediate opening for a Production Associate at the Weston, OH location. The Production Associate is responsible for operating machinery and supporting production processes in a safe and efficient manner. This role requires the ability to work around heavy equipment and handle physical tasks, such as lifting and standing for extended periods. The employee must also demonstrate attention to safety and quality while maintaining productivity. This position plays a key role in maintaining smooth production operations in alignment with company standards.

Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment by always being alert and aware of surroundings. Work safely around heavy equipment, including conveyors, augers, automated machinery and forklifts.
• Perform physically demanding tasks that include standing for up to 10 hours (excluding breaks), lifting 35 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Operate and monitor machinery to ensure it functions properly and efficiently. Perform routine checks and adjustments to ensure optimal machine performance.
• Work at a pace consistent with production expectations while maintaining quality standards and adhering to safety guidelines.
• Participate in job rotation practice to enhance productivity and employee satisfaction across multiple production functions.
• Ensure products meet quality standards, follow specific production guidelines and complete required documentation.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and participate in routine cleaning and machine maintenance to uphold safety and quality standards.
• Regular attendance and adherence to schedule work hours, including overtime when required.
• Be available to work overtime as required to mee customer demands based on order receipts.
• Complete additional production- related tasks as needed to ensure smooth and continuous operation.
• Comply with company policy for pre-employment drug screening (including THC products) and annual random drug testing of 25% of employees.

Qualifications:

• Ability to consistently adhere to safety protocols and work effectively in environments with heavy equipment and potential allergens.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, lift and carry weights of up to 50 lbs and maintain a high level of productivity.
• Basic knowledge of operating, troubleshooting and adjusting machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and productivity standards.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment that includes exposure to noise, dust, varying temperatures, allergens and machinery.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with team members to meet production goals.
• Willingness to rotate through various job functions and adapt to changing production needs.
• Strong commitment to ensuring high-quality production output in alignment with company standards.
• Flexibility to work overtime as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior production or machine operation experience is a plus.

Starting Rate of $18.50/hr.