For over forty five years, GA Foods has been creating and delivering high quality nutritious and well-balanced meals to seniors, children, military and emergency response.
GA Foods sets ourselves apart with flavorful menus tailored to our client's palettes, a delivery service unmatched by the competition and a One Team attitude.
The GA Foods team is a diverse and energetic group.
We are based in beautiful St.
Petersburg, Florida, but can be found from California to New Jersey, Texas to Georgia.
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and even more locations as we have become one of the fastest growing companies in our industry.
We thrive on our "One Team" company culture and promote teamwork and leadership within the organization.
Looking for a job that will challenge you and motivate you to achieve your highest potential? You have come to the right place.
Great entry-level Packer - Food Production position available at our Center Hill, FL, location for a dedicated individual looking to work their way up at a growing company.
The individual in this role will be responsible for packing cold components as directed by Supervisors, including but not limited to packing meals, moving and lifting boxes, and more.
Packers Essential Functions:
Primary job duties are performed by hand packing cold/ wet components, grasping, folding, stocking, pressing and lifting.
Boxing, lifting and stocking items.
Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (food safety) guidelines and hygiene practices.
Operate all equipment in a safe and timely manner (our process is primarily manual with machine assistance).
Inspect the product at all stages to ensure customer requirements are met.
Participate in equipment and area cleaning in a safe and timely manner.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
on a regular basis throughout the shift
Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as machine operation, etc) most of the workday
Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves, but is not limited to: food debris, odors, constant equipment noise, temperature extremes, wet areas/water, or similar elements most of the workday
Must be able to stand, walk, climb, reach, lift, carry, pull, push, grasp, stoop, squat, bend and stretch as needed throughout the shift
Ability to perform repetitive motion tasks - primarily manual tasks - in a standing position for the entire shift
The position requires that an employee be capable of the following:
Meet the schedule requirements
Must be able to work with minimal supervision
Must be able to work well with others in a team atmosphere
Must be able to read, write, and understand instructions, warnings, labels, and postings effectively
Must be willing to participate in all tasks needed to get the job done - including end-of-shift clean-up/sanitation
Must be able to pass all pre-employment screens (including drug, background, and criminal checks)
Diversity and Inclusion:
We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to GA Foods.
We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Drug-Free Work Place / Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer