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Wells Enterprises Production Worker in Le Mars, Iowa
Under general supervision packages finished product coming off of production line. Performs simple visual quality inspection during packing process as well as verifying own work. Trained on several lines.
Primary responsibilities include:
Performs work in compliance with standard operating procedures and rotates through various stations on the lines, where needed, to ensure production needs are met.
Perform and complete accurate and timely quality check sheets as defined on machine checklist and understand noncompliant product holds and make corrective actions as needed.
Perform to machine standard run rates, along increasing efficiency and reducing shrink by playing an active role with the team members to meet company goals.
Maintains an organized, clean and safe work environment.
Complies with safety policies, participates in the plant's safety program and is proactive with Safety concerns.
Work environment includes, but is not limited to, the following known allergens – dairy, peanuts, tree nuts, coconut, wheat, soy, and egg.
Pay: $21.56/hr. Night shift will receive an additional $1.50/hr for night shift differential.
Shift/Hours: Approximate day shift start times are between 2:50 AM - 7:50 AM with normal shift lengths of 10 -12 hours. Approximate night shift start times are between 2:50 PM - 9:50 PM with normal shift lengths of 10 -12 hours. There may be times when the assigned main line may not be running and will require this position to work another line with a closely similar shift time. Schedules are done two weeks in advance. All lines require a degree of scheduling flexibility.
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package available after sixty days of employment and the following first of the month. Benefits include Medical/Dental/Vision/Flex, PTO, and Holiday Pay, 401k, Tuition Assistance, ST/LT Disability and more!
Wells Enterprises, Inc. is the largest privately held ice cream manufacturer in the United States. Founded in 1913 by Fred H. Wells and run by the Wells family for generations, the company is an independent operating company of the Ferrero Group, one of the global leaders in sweet, packaged foods.
Wells produces more than 200 million gallons of ice cream per year and distributes products in all 50 states. Wells manufactures its signature brand Blue Bunny®, lower-calorie Halo Top®, the iconic Bomb Pop®, and Blue Ribbon Classics®.
Wells employs nearly 4,000 ice cream aficionados across the country. The company is headquartered in Le Mars, Iowa, where Wells has made Le Mars the “Ice Cream Capital of the World” as the largest manufacturer of ice cream in one location. Wells operates two manufacturing plants in Le Mars, Iowa, a manufacturing plant in Dunkirk, New York, and a manufacturing facility in Henderson, Nevada. Learn more at www.wellsenterprisesinc.com .
What We Offer
At Wells, we’re proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual incentive bonus based on Company performance. Learn more about our benefits here (https://wellsenterprisesinc.com/news/benefits) .
Requisition ID : 2208071