General Labor- Gatekeeper

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Downers Grove, IL we are a world-class contract manufacturer producing wholesome baked goods, snacks and packaged foods for many of the world's leading food companies. As one of the largest and fastest growing food co-manufacturing companies in the US, we are the proud owner and operator of over 35 facilities globally. Our nearly 10,000 employee-strong organization is leading the way and setting new standards for quality, safety, flexibility and efficiency while feeding families around the globe.
Hearthside's exceptional growth stems from its ability to address real-world problems for customers of all shapes and sizes, and by our resolute commitment to our belief that there are no great companies without great culture. Our culture of personal empowerment enables growth, learning, and continuous improvement every day!
We are steadfast in our ambition to be the indispensable and most trusted partner to our customers and need your help to do it! Join Hearthside and enjoy a competitive package, outstanding benefits and a diverse work environment.
Who We Are:
With over 11,000 employees at over 40 facilities across US & Europe, Hearthside Food Solutions is one of the fastest growing food companies and the industry's largest contract manufacturer. Our secret to success? Our people. We know an investment in our people is an investment in our company. We strive to understand our team members and support them however we can. By empowering employees through skill development and career advancement opportunities, we emphasize a culture of continuous improvement - both for the business and our people. We want team members that will support us in owning safety together - speaking up when they see a problem. When we focus on our people and safety, it ensures we all are driving better performance as well as on time delivery to our customers!
What We Want to Give to You:
We offer a competitive wage and wide array of benefits including: • health/dental/vision insurance • flex spending accounts • short & long-term disability • paid holidays and vacation • bonuses opportunities (referral, production, etc.).
GENERAL SUMMARY
Works in production/assembly area placing product on the line and assembling product components. May work with simple equipment and conduct operational checks. Responsible for verifying product against shop order, tracking components through inventory production usage process in fast pace production area.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES
• Works on assembly, production, and packaging line in various capacities according to specifications.
• Works in Operational sanitation.
• Documents products that are going to the line
• Physically moves product to and from the production line
• Responsible for alerting operators, leads or supervisors of any quality or safety issue.
• Responsible for in process quality checks
• Responsible for working safely at all times.
• Standing 100% of shift
• On the floor 100% of shift.
• Other duties as needed by line.
• Must be able to work a 10-hour schedule.
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.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and operate tools or controls. The employee is required to sit, walk, stoop or crouch. In addition, some facilities are multi-level and may require ascending or descending stairs. The employee will be lifting up to 50 pounds regulary, use pallet-jack or cart. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Able to communicate and take direction from the Group Lead and/or the Production Supervisor.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Preferred one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred scan gun inventory system experience and entry level math skills. (Add, Subtract, Multiple, Divide)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Multi-shift production operations will be in cold refrigerated environment.
DISCLAIMER
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Federal law obligates us to provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of employees, unless to do so would pose an undue hardship. Please let us know as soon as possible if you need an accommodation to complete these listed essential functions.
Hearthside Food Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Hearthside is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Other details

• Job Family Unskilled Labor
• Pay Type Hourly