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Papillion Foods-Production-1st Shift

Papillion, NE, United StatesPosted Oct 26, 2026

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Hiring for 1st Shift positions and start and end times vary based on department P1 $21.60-General Production P2 $22.20-Skilled General Production and Sanitation P3 $22.75 Inspection and Operator P4 $23.20 Machine Operator, Process Checkers, Forklift Drivers P5 $23.95 Shipping Dock and Batching Operators Benefits Information: Papillion Foods, LLC benefits packages include a comprehensive health insurance plan, prescription drug plan, dental and vision plan, flex spending account, 401(k) with company matching, pay-for-performance bonuses, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, paid time off and holiday pay, and educational assistance.

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Operate production equipment, forklifts, or other specialized equipment safely and efficiently while following established work instructions and standard operating procedures. Monitor production processes, equipment performance, and product quality to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance with quality standards.

Perform quality inspections, verify product specifications, complete required documentation, and report quality concerns or production issues to supervision. Safely move, stage, and transport materials, ingredients, finished products, and packaging throughout the facility as assigned. Perform equipment setup, adjustments, product changeovers, and basic troubleshooting to support efficient production operations.

Maintain compliance with food safety, quality, and sanitation programs, including GMPs, HACCP, and company policies. Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), powered industrial equipment, and safe work practices. Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area while supporting continuous improvement and production efficiency.

Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, and Food Safety & Quality teams to meet production goals and perform other duties as assigned. Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the workday Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Ability to work in refrigerated production areas(32-42 degrees) and around raw or processed meat Ability to safely lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds Requirements: Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. Must be 18 years of age or older (all plant positions) Must be willing to work overtime and weekends. One year of consistent production experience in a production and/or manufacturing environment Preferred Requirements: Machine operating experience Forklift experience Food quality assurance experience Ability to effectively communication in English, reading, writing, speaking Questions about the application process?

Email: [email protected] Phone: 531-239-3620 Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.

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