Pay: Starting at $23.92/hr  

Shift 1130Am-8pm- Monday to Friday with OT as needed

Overtime as needed AND Occasional Saturdays when production is running.
 

As a standing Forklift Operator, you are an essential team member responsible for operating power equipment to move, locate, relocate, stack, load, unload, pick, and count merchandise while holding accountability for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle.

Why would you want this job?

• Growth Opportunities (Career Progression)
  1. We believe in developing people and careers. Our approach? Enhancing personal and professional lives with our commitment to growth through encouragement, acknowledgement and a focus on promoting from within.
• Incredible benefits + attainable bonuses. Air conditioned & safe working environment.
• Our Health & Wellness platform continues to grow.

What will you get to do?

• Operating power equipment to move, locate, relocate, stack, load, unload, pick, and count merchandise.
• Work on a standing forklift operator and be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle.
• Unloading/loading trucks using dock stocker & pallet jacks.
• Shipping & receiving ingredients and finished goods.
• Stocking racks, push back racks and shuttle racks up to 25 feet high using dock stockers and reach trucks.
• Stocking & clearing the production lines
• Using RF guns to correctly complete inventory moves – one at a time.

Experience that will help you succeed

• Standing forklift experience
• Manufacturing/warehouse experience
• Food/beverage experience a bonus

What it’s like at Nature’s Bakery

• Safety. Safety is a top priority for us. We provide protective gear and training to ensure a safe work environment. 
• Surroundings. You’ll work around moving machines – mixers, conveyor belts, and forklifts.
• Activity. Some activities may require standing in one place for long periods, lifting up to 40 lbs, walking around, or climbing stairs.
• Temperature. We are climate controlled. When the weather outside is undesirable, the temperature inside our facility is controlled, so you stay safe and comfortable.
• Dress code. Relaxed, with a few rules to follow for safety. Comfortable, closed-toe shoes are required.
• Career growth. Most of our current Operations managers, supervisors and leads have risen through the ranks and been promoted from within. 

The Good Stuff – Benefits
Our team members' physical and mental health is important to a thriving workplace. That’s why we offer the following benefits to full-time employees:

• 401(k) plan with a company match that vest on day 1 of eligibility
• Paid vacation (40 hours)
• Paid time off (40 hours)
• Holiday pay (11 days)
• Paid short-term disability
• Paid life insurance
• Banfield Pet Insurance Discounts
• Wellness Benefits and Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program 

Compensation is $20.75 per hour

Details you want to know

Shift: Monday-Friday (with required overtime on weekends depending on business needs)

• 1st Shift: 6am-2:30pm (Mondays often start earlier to help with production startup)
• 2nd Shift: 2pm -10:30pm**(Shift differential available)
• 3rd Shift: 10pm-6:30am** (Shift differential available)

Experience that will help you succeed

Individuals who are eager to grow, demonstrate reliability, and perform their duties effectively will find success in this role. Those who consistently show dedication and commitment to their work will have opportunities to advance their careers and achieve greater professional growth

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent).
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment (preferred but not always required).
• Experience with packaging machinery or equipment is a plus.

Technical Skills:

• Ability to operate packaging machines (knowledge of machine setup, operation, and basic troubleshooting).
• Understanding of safety protocols in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for packaging processes.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull heavy objects (typically 30-50 lbs) as required by the role.
• Comfort with working in a fast-paced environment.

Attention to Detail:

• Strong focus on quality control to ensure that packaging meets standards and specifications.
• Ability to inspect finished product and make adjustments when necessary.

Communication & Teamwork:

• Effective communication skills to work with team members and supervisors.
• Ability to collaborate with others to meet production goals and deadlines.

Problem-Solving:

• Basic troubleshooting skills for equipment malfunctions or production issues.
• Ability to report issues promptly and help find solutions.

Flexibility & Willingness to Learn:

• Open to training on different machines and processes.
• Willingness to work overtime or weekends as needed

What we offer you

Our team members' physical and mental health is important to a thriving workplace. That’s why we offer the following benefits to full-time employees:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with a company match that vest on day 1 of eligibility
• Paid vacation (40 hours)
• Paid time off (40 hours)
• Holiday pay (11 days)
• Paid short-term disability
• Paid life insurance
• Banfield Pet Insurance Discounts
• Wellness Benefits and Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program 

Who we are:

We are Nature’s Bakery, one of the fastest growing snack brands in the category and have recently joined KIND and the Mars family of companies, to accelerate the growth of our healthier snacking platform. We have a bright future ahead of us. Come bake with us and create a world of snacking that is both good, and good for you.

You'll be interested in this role if you are looking for Manufacturing Operator, Processing Operator, Packaging Associate, Front Line Manufacturing, Assembly Line Associate

Details you want to know

Typical Shifts: Monday - Friday (weekend overtime has been mandatory due to business needs)

• 1st Shift: 6am -2:30pm (Mondays shift start early to help with Facility Start Up)
• 2nd Shift: 2pm - 10:30pm **(Shift differential available) 
• 3rd Shift: 10pm -6:30am**(Shift differential available)

 Pay:

• Starting at $21.50/HR

Being a  Processing Operator means being at the heart of how we make our products. It’s a hands-on, fast-paced role where you’ll learn how to run equipment, troubleshoot issues, and help keep our production lines moving smoothly.  This is a great opportunity to build valuable skills, take on more responsibility, and be part of a team that makes a real impact every day. Plus, if you’re someone who enjoys solving problems, working with machines, and seeing the results of your work, this role is for you.

Our processing area is where we prepare, mix, extrude, cut, and oversee the production of the fig-bars across our production lines. We have four lines onsite. Here’s a simple overview of what each part does:

Ideal candidates: Experience with inventory management, SAP or similar systems, data tracking, and processing. Forklift experience. Those comfortable with physical work, machine operation, and quick task management. Attention to detail, focus, experience with older or less mobile workers, self-starters.

Physical demands: Heavy lifting, repetitive tasks, operating machinery. (must have ability to lift 50 lbs.)

Main Processing Areas & Their Roles

Pre-Scale:  

• Creating batch records in SAP  
• Gathering raw ingredients like sugar and measuring them precisely following recipes  
• Building batches or kits for the mixers  
• Creating labels in SAP/Checking inventory 

Mixing:  

• Moving kits from pre-scale to the mixer (using a forklift)  
• Loading ingredients into the mixer using proper tools (like sifters and box cutters)  
• Following batch recipes carefully, especially timing (e.g., jam every 40 minutes)  
• Managing time efficiently to produce more batches

Extruders:  

• Loading dough and jam into hoppers that combine into our fig bars  
• Using forklifts to move materials to hoppers  
• Maintaining oven temperatures and entering data into our system 
• Troubleshooting jams and cleaning equipment

Note: Hoppers lead to the oven, and attention to detail is key.

Guillotine:  

• Cutting bars into the correct sizes  
• Removing any defective products (burned, misshapen, holes)  
• Communicating with the extruders about jams or issues

Floater/Material Manager:  

• Supporting different areas as needed  
• Moving simple tasks out of other departments  
• Operating forklifts and managing materials efficiently

What we offer you

Our team members' physical and mental health is important to a thriving workplace. That’s why we offer the following benefits to full-time employees:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with a company match that vest on day 1 of eligibility
• Paid vacation (40 hours)
• Paid time off (40 hours)
• Holiday pay (11 days)
• Paid short-term disability
• Paid life insurance
• Banfield Pet Insurance Discounts
• Wellness Benefits and Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program 

Who we are:

We are Nature’s Bakery, one of the fastest growing snack brands in the category and have recently joined KIND, a healthy snacking leader, and the Mars family of companies, to accelerate the growth of our healthier snacking platform. We have a bright future ahead of us. Come bake with us and create a world of snacking that is both good, and good for you.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty

satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMMUNICATION:

· Must be able to effectively deliver and receive verbal communication.

· Must be able to read machine operating instructions and manuals as needed.

· Ability to read and interpret quality documents, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

PRODUCTION KNOWLEDGE:

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands or feel and reach.

· The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

· Working knowledge of the manufacturing process, typically resulting from a minimum of one year experience in related jobs, preferred.

· Ability to work in cold and warm environments.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll find this job exciting if you are looking for jobs like this:

• Warehouse lead, general labor supervisor, manufacturing lead, manufacturing assistant, batching operator, machine operator, production operator, team leader, assembly line, packaging, mixer, material handler, production, distribution associate, manufacturing leadership.

SUMMARY

Night Shift @ 6p - 6a, 2-2-3 schedule

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Manufacturing Maintenance Lead to oversee daily the maintenance of equipment and machinery on the production floor. This hands-on leadership role will involve supervising and mentoring a team of maintenance technicians, ensuring the efficient execution of manufacturing processes, high-quality standards, and the proper functioning of all equipment. The Manufacturing Maintenance Lead will also be responsible for troubleshooting, conducting preventative maintenance, and implementing process improvements to ensure production goals are met while maintaining a safe and productive environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise, guide, and motivate a team of production workers and maintenance technicians to meet productivity and quality targets while adhering to safety protocols.
• Monitor and coordinate production activities to ensure daily goals are met, addressing delays or issues promptly. Actively participate in production processes to ensure quality standards are maintained.
• Oversee regular maintenance schedules, ensuring that machinery and production equipment are well-maintained and functional. Troubleshoot and repair equipment failures to minimize downtime.
• Train new employees on proper procedures, equipment usage, and safety standards. Provide ongoing coaching and support to existing team members to improve skills and performance.
• Enforce and promote safety guidelines, ensuring that all team members follow safety regulations and report unsafe conditions or hazards on the production floor.
• Identify opportunities to improve production processes, equipment efficiency, and workflows to increase productivity, reduce waste, and enhance quality.
• Quickly identify production or equipment issues, troubleshoot, and work with the maintenance team to resolve problems, minimizing disruptions to production.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, work orders, and employee performance. Communicate any challenges, delays, or maintenance issues to management.
• Assist w/management of the inventory of maintenance supplies to ensure availability and avoid operational disruptions.
• And other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical certifications (e.g., HVAC, electrical, mechanical) or relevant training preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or lead role.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, machinery, equipment, and facility maintenance.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage workflows, and motivate employees to achieve production and maintenance goals.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to address equipment malfunctions and production issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and with team members at all levels.
• Familiarity with safety regulations, industry standards, and maintenance best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and work orders.
• Ability to lift and move materials and equipment as required (typically up to 50 pounds).

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, bend, and walk for long periods, as well as work in various environmental conditions (e.g., noise, temperature variations).

What We Offer:
Our team members' physical and mental health is essential to creating a thriving workplace. That’s why we offer the following benefits to full-time employees:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match (vesting begins on day 1 of eligibility).
• Paid vacation, paid time off, and holiday pay (11 days).
• Paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Banfield Pet Insurance Discounts.
• Wellness benefits and discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Maintenance Planner Job Description

1st shift @ 7:30A -3:30pm (some overtime and weekends may be required)

Position Summary
The Maintenance Planner is responsible for planning, estimating, and coordinating maintenance work to improve workforce productivity, equipment reliability, and maintenance efficiency. This role develops detailed job plans, ensures parts/material availability, and supports execution through effective scheduling using CMMS systems such as Maintenance Connection/SAP/Maximo/ECT...
The Planner works closely with Maintenance, Production, and MRO to ensure planned work is ready for execution, minimizing downtime and reactive maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Work Planning & Scheduling
• Develop detailed job plans including estimated labor, materials, tools, permits, and safety requirements
• Build and maintain a prioritized backlog of maintenance work
• Plan and schedule preventive maintenance (PM), predictive maintenance (PdM), and corrective work
• Coordinate weekly scheduling with Maintenance and Production teams
• Improve planned vs. unplanned work ratio
• CMMS & Data Management
• Serve as system champion for CMMS (e.g., Maintenance Connection)
• Create, update, and optimize PMs, job plans, and asset hierarchies
• Ensure accurate work order history, failure codes, and asset data
• Drive continuous improvement of work order quality and standardization
• Materials & Inventory Coordination
• Identify and reserve parts required for planned work
• Coordinate with storeroom to ensure material availability prior to scheduling
• Support spare parts optimization and critical spares identification
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory accuracy initiatives
• Vendor & Contractor Coordination
• Plan and coordinate external contractor work
• Develop scopes of work and ensure compliance with site requirements
• Track contractor performance and documentation
• Reliability & Continuous Improvement
• Support reliability initiatives such as: Asset criticality analysis, PM optimization, Root cause analysis (RCA)
• Working Knowledge on Predictive and condition-based Technologies
• Drive improvements in: Schedule compliance, Wrench time, Equipment uptime, Cross-Functional Communication
• Act as liaison between Maintenance, Production, and Purchasing
• Ensure alignment on priorities, downtime windows, and resource allocation 

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of industrial maintenance practices in manufacturing
• Experience with CMMS platforms (e.g., Maintenance Connection, SAP PM, Maximo, etc.)
• Ability to read technical manuals, equipment drawings, and schematics 
• Strong organizational, planning, and communication skills 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required/word/Power BI) 
• Desired Certifications: CMRP (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional) – Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals or CRL (Certified Reliability Leader) – Association for Asset Management Professionals or CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management) – APICS or Lean / Six Sigma (Green Belt preferred) or other industry recognized Maintenance planning Certifications

Education & Experience
High School Diploma or GED required
Associate’s or Technical Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering Technology, or related field 
3–5+ years of experience in: Maintenance planning or Industrial maintenance 
Knowledge of Manufacturing/Maintenance/Reliability operations Key Performance Indicators 

This is a 3rd shift (overnight) role to support our manufacturing teams.

Processing side- Raw materials ( Batch Making, Mixing)

Come join Nature's Bakery Manufacturing Facility 

This position is responsible for the supervision of team members in the value stream, the quality and safety of food products produced, the safety of team members, housekeeping within the value stream, adherence to the production schedule, minimizing scrap (food waste), and optimizing line efficiencies under the guidance of the Value Stream Manager and/or the Operations Manager during production. This role will partner with Production, Quality, Safety, Maintenance, Warehouse, Sanitation, Human Resources, Finance, and IT teams and function as a senior leader across groups. Actively engages in root cause analysis and continuous improvement exercises providing solutions to issues and how to optimize results. Maximizes the use of team members through ongoing training, coaching and regular daily feedback.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conversion - Manage the efforts of team members of a line, area, or technology on one shift in efficiently converting materials into quality products safely, securely, and sanitarily within the product design specifications.
• Change Agent - Implement changes in methods, equipment, systems, and organization, as needed, to ensure that the objectives of the line/area are met and give input and recommendations for such changes by using a continuous improvement mindset.
• Value Stream Ownership – Collaborate with the rest of the Value Stream Team (Value Stream Manager, Continuous Improvement teams, Maintenance teams, Sanitation teams, etc.) to create and execute the reliability strategy for the area of responsibility.
• Coaching – Coach team members to build their functional and leadership capabilities and to drive accountability in safety, Quality and Food Safety, Autonomous Maintenance, and team engagement.
• Line Operations - Coordinate materials, staffing and resources to support line operation and changeovers.
• Standard Work Implementation and Adherence – Ensure standard work is implemented on shift and in areas of responsibility through effective communication, change management, consistent reinforcement, and coaching, guidance, and accountability measures.
• Team Member Safety – Ensure safe working conditions, behaviors, and mindsets through the direct implementation of safety programs and driving a relentless focus among a team members.
• Food Safety and Product Quality – Ensure the ongoing production of safe and defect-free products consistent with the principles of Nature’s Bakery. Own ongoing training and championing of quality goals and improvements.
• Team Member Advocacy - Manage team member relations issues and guide and direct the hiring, training, retraining, development, and motivation of team members following self-managed, team-working principles with a minimum degree of guidance from the Value Stream Manager.
• Engagement - Responsible for facilitating and driving an environment of high team member engagement on the team.
• Goal Setting and Measurement - With the general guidance of the Value Stream Manager and/or the support of the Continuous Improvement, establish line and individual performance standards and goals, and measure, control, take corrective action, and report results as appropriate.
• Troubleshooting – Utilize the technical resources on shift for the preventive maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of process/packaging equipment problems, to effectively use these resources to achieve desired performance levels.
• Escalations - Proactively identify risks and opportunities and reactively lead on-shift incident resolution when operators require additional support. Prioritize, assign resources against escalated issues, and make decisions to resolve escalated issues.
• Operations Strategy - Participate in implementing improvement strategies to help the line perform more effectively in the near term.
• Recruiting and Onboarding – Responsible for partnering with Talent Acquisition to recruit and select team members for approved vacancies, and responsible for onboarding team members effectively.
• Team Member Development – Develop team members by mentoring and supporting their development plans and helping them grow in functional capability and long-term career.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following list is representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required:

• Adherence to safety, GMP and efficiency standards.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must have solid math skills with the ability to interpret results.
• Sound mechanical aptitude to “see” issues causing quality or throughput issues and assign resources to repair.
• Keen attention to detail, ensuring all quality standards are met at all times.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and sense of urgency understanding that each minute of downtime results in negative business outcomes.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Industrial Management, Business Management or equivalent work experience.
• 3-5 years related work experience in Food Manufacturing.
• 3-5 years of experience in a Supervisory role. Experience in a bakery with high-speed wrapping and cartoning equipment is a plus.

The Good Stuff – Benefits
Our team members' physical and mental health is important to a thriving workplace. That’s why we offer the following benefits to full-time employees:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with a company match that vest on day 1 of eligibility
• Paid vacation 
• Paid time off 
• Holiday pay (11 days)
• Paid short-term disability
• Paid life insurance
• Banfield Pet Insurance Discounts
• Wellness Benefits and Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program 

SUMMARY 

*Night Shift @ 6p - 6a, 2-2-3 schedule

The primary role of the Maintenance Technician is to provide competent & effective Electrical and Mechanical Maintenance support to the Plant and Facility operations in a safe manner. The Maintenance Mechanic will be responsible for maintaining, adjusting and repairing of plant machinery to meet industry standards while ensuring compliance with all regulatory agencies, including but not limited to USDA, OSHA, FDA, EPA and Local Government. The position will require a flexible schedule focusing on preventive maintenance and timely repairs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Installed, and/or troubleshoot and repair Manufacturing equipment such as: assembly, conveyors, forming, mixing (Oven operations is a plus).
• Follows work instructions and OSHA safety rules, including the use of all PPE and other safety equipment in an industrial environment.
• Diagnose problems, replace and repair parts, detect and replace defective items, test and make final adjustments for high-speed production equipment.
• Diagnose and repair all electrical functions.
• Must be able to prioritize and triage in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must be able to maintain equipment in accordance with diagrams and manufactures specifications while following preventative maintenance work orders and scheduled PM’S.
• Generate work orders, and parts request.
• Be able to use some machine shop, and other related machines as required to repair parts or fabricate modifications.
• Complete work orders and PMs and the documentation for that work
• Ability to use mechanical and pneumatic processes: including cylinders and glue machines, date coders.
• Operate equipment such as forklifts, scissors lifts, and other appropriate equipment
• Maintain current GMP, Safety, Food Safety, & technical knowledge by actively participating in training.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The following list that follows is representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required:

• 2+ years of experience working in the food manufacturing industry.
• 4 years of experience working as an experienced level maintenance mechanic.
• PLC experience is a plus
• Able to work rotation 12-hour shift including weekends and some overtime and occasionally.
• Ability to follow manufacturing specifications and schematics.
• Knowledge of food grade aluminum and stainless-steel welding techniques.
• Complete knowledge of fabrication techniques.
• Electrical knowledge and packing machinery experience a plus.
• Possess a full complement of the necessary hand and power tools to support an industrial manufacturing plant.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize items and be self-motivated.
• Complete knowledge of all tools required for industrial maintenance, including those used to broach, mill, and lathe.
• Must be able to communicate and understand safety issues, including reading the information on safety equipment and relaying relevant information to coworkers.
• Have a basic knowledge of control power and main power.
• Be able to identify and understand all different lubricants and their use for a chain lube to a high-performance synthetic lube.
• Knowledge of welding techniques (MIG, TIG, Acetylene).
• Understand pneumatic and water systems.
• Must be able to use soldering techniques
• Must be able to read electrical schematics.
• Must be able to identify appropriate motor frame, power load, and amp draw.
• Must have their own set of professional electrical tools, including voltmeter and amp meter.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

A high school diploma or its equivalent is required. Complete working knowledge of the manufacturing process, typically resulting from a minimum of five years’ experience in related jobs.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret quality documents, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50-75 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, and energized equipment.  The noise level in the work environment varies depending on tasks.

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 at any time with or without notice.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a Full Time Non-Exempt position 40 hour per week, and it may require working additional hours depending on business need requirements.

The Good Stuff – Benefits
Our team members' physical and mental health is important to a thriving workplace. That’s why we offer the following benefits to full-time employees:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with a company match that vest on day 1 of eligibility
• Paid vacation (40 hours)
• Paid time off (40 hours)
• Holiday pay (11 days)
• Paid short-term disability
• Paid life insurance
• Banfield Pet Insurance Discounts
• Wellness Benefits and Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program 

This is a contract position currently on going

Compensation is $20.75 per hour

Details you want to know

Shift: Monday-Friday (with required overtime on weekends depending on business needs)

• 1st Shift: 6am-2:30pm (Mondays often start earlier to help with production startup)
• 2nd Shift: 2pm -10:30pm**(Shift differential available)
• 3rd Shift: 10pm-6:30am** (Shift differential available)

Experience that will help you succeed

Individuals who are eager to grow, demonstrate reliability, and perform their duties effectively will find success in this role. Those who consistently show dedication and commitment to their work will have opportunities to advance their careers and achieve greater professional growth

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent).
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment (preferred but not always required).
• Experience with packaging machinery or equipment is a plus.

Technical Skills:

• Ability to operate packaging machines (knowledge of machine setup, operation, and basic troubleshooting).
• Understanding of safety protocols in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for packaging processes.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull heavy objects (typically 30-50 lbs) as required by the role.
• Comfort with working in a fast-paced environment.

Attention to Detail:

• Strong focus on quality control to ensure that packaging meets standards and specifications.
• Ability to inspect finished product and make adjustments when necessary.

Communication & Teamwork:

• Effective communication skills to work with team members and supervisors.
• Ability to collaborate with others to meet production goals and deadlines.

Problem-Solving:

• Basic troubleshooting skills for equipment malfunctions or production issues.
• Ability to report issues promptly and help find solutions.

Flexibility & Willingness to Learn:

• Open to training on different machines and processes.
• Willingness to work overtime or weekends as needed

What we offer you

Our team members' physical and mental health is important to a thriving workplace. That’s why we offer the following benefits to full-time employees:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with a company match that vest on day 1 of eligibility
• Paid vacation (40 hours)
• Paid time off (40 hours)
• Holiday pay (11 days)
• Paid short-term disability
• Paid life insurance
• Banfield Pet Insurance Discounts
• Wellness Benefits and Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program 

Who we are:

We are Nature’s Bakery, one of the fastest growing snack brands in the category and have recently joined KIND and the Mars family of companies, to accelerate the growth of our healthier snacking platform. We have a bright future ahead of us. Come bake with us and create a world of snacking that is both good, and good for you.

You'll be interested in this role if you are looking for Manufacturing Operator, Processing Operator, Packaging Associate, Front Line Manufacturing, Assembly Line Associate

This is a contract position currently on-going 

Details you want to know

Typical Shifts: Monday - Friday (weekend overtime has been mandatory due to business needs)

• 1st Shift: 6am -2:30pm (Mondays shift start early to help with Facility Start Up)
• 2nd Shift: 2pm - 10:30pm **(Shift differential available) 
• 3rd Shift: 10pm -6:30am**(Shift differential available)

 Pay:

• Compensation - $21.50 per hour 

Being a  Processing Operator means being at the heart of how we make our products. It’s a hands-on, fast-paced role where you’ll learn how to run equipment, troubleshoot issues, and help keep our production lines moving smoothly.  This is a great opportunity to build valuable skills, take on more responsibility, and be part of a team that makes a real impact every day. Plus, if you’re someone who enjoys solving problems, working with machines, and seeing the results of your work, this role is for you.

Our processing area is where we prepare, mix, extrude, cut, and oversee the production of the fig-bars across our production lines. We have four lines onsite. Here’s a simple overview of what each part does:

Ideal candidates: Experience with inventory management, SAP or similar systems, data tracking, and processing. Forklift experience. Those comfortable with physical work, machine operation, and quick task management. Attention to detail, focus, experience with older or less mobile workers, self-starters.

Physical demands: Heavy lifting, repetitive tasks, operating machinery. (must have ability to lift 50 lbs.)

Main Processing Areas & Their Roles

Pre-Scale:  

• Creating batch records in SAP  
• Gathering raw ingredients like sugar and measuring them precisely following recipes  
• Building batches or kits for the mixers  
• Creating labels in SAP/Checking inventory 

Mixing:  

• Moving kits from pre-scale to the mixer (using a forklift)  
• Loading ingredients into the mixer using proper tools (like sifters and box cutters)  
• Following batch recipes carefully, especially timing (e.g., jam every 40 minutes)  
• Managing time efficiently to produce more batches

Extruders:  

• Loading dough and jam into hoppers that combine into our fig bars  
• Using forklifts to move materials to hoppers  
• Maintaining oven temperatures and entering data into our system 
• Troubleshooting jams and cleaning equipment

Note: Hoppers lead to the oven, and attention to detail is key.

Guillotine:  

• Cutting bars into the correct sizes  
• Removing any defective products (burned, misshapen, holes)  
• Communicating with the extruders about jams or issues

Floater/Material Manager:  

• Supporting different areas as needed  
• Moving simple tasks out of other departments  
• Operating forklifts and managing materials efficiently

What we offer you

Our team members' physical and mental health is important to a thriving workplace. That’s why we offer the following benefits to full-time employees:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with a company match that vest on day 1 of eligibility
• Paid vacation (40 hours)
• Paid time off (40 hours)
• Holiday pay (11 days)
• Paid short-term disability
• Paid life insurance
• Banfield Pet Insurance Discounts
• Wellness Benefits and Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program 

Who we are:

We are Nature’s Bakery, one of the fastest growing snack brands in the category and have recently joined KIND, a healthy snacking leader, and the Mars family of companies, to accelerate the growth of our healthier snacking platform. We have a bright future ahead of us. Come bake with us and create a world of snacking that is both good, and good for you.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty

satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMMUNICATION:

· Must be able to effectively deliver and receive verbal communication.

· Must be able to read machine operating instructions and manuals as needed.

· Ability to read and interpret quality documents, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

PRODUCTION KNOWLEDGE:

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands or feel and reach.

· The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

· Working knowledge of the manufacturing process, typically resulting from a minimum of one year experience in related jobs, preferred.

· Ability to work in cold and warm environments.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll find this job exciting if you are looking for jobs like this:

• Warehouse lead, general labor supervisor, manufacturing lead, manufacturing assistant, batching operator, machine operator, production operator, team leader, assembly line, packaging, mixer, material handler, production, distribution associate, manufacturing leadership.