Production Associate - 1st/2nd/3rd Shift

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover. Swanson, and V8. 

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

LOCATION: Downers Grove, Illinois

BASE RATE PER HOUR: $21.00 - $23.00

SHIFT: 8hr schedule based on openings 
1st shift  6am - 2pm or 7am - 3pm
2nd shift 2pm - 10pm or 3pm - 11pm
3rd shift 10pm - 6am or 11pm - 7am

Work week Monday - Friday with weekends scheduled on an as need basis

Overtime and weekend work as needed. Starting times and hours may vary depending on coverage due to report-offs and the production schedule especially during holidays. Good attendance and punctuality required.

JOB SUMMARY:  

Dough Prep & Handling :Set up and monitor dough divider, moulder, and flour systems. Adjust cut-weights, straighten dough in pans, and remove defects. Feed pans and dough; lift up to 20 lbs.

Slicing & Bagging: Operate slicers, wrappers, and Kwik-lok machines. Monitor bread quality, slice count, and packaging clarity. Conduct metal detector checks.

Packaging & Coding: Set up coding machines, autocasers, and tape equipment. Ensure correct wrap and labeling. Record checkweigher and metal detector data.

Material Handling: Organize and supply packaging materials using forklift/pallet jack. Position flour bins (up to 600 lbs) and fill sifters.

Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Perform basic maintenance (blade changes, lubrication). Report equipment issues and write work notifications. Assist with preventive maintenance.

General Support: Clean work areas, assist other line roles, and follow all safety, GMP, HACCP, CTS, and SQF protocols.

Compensation and Benefits:

The starting rate for this full-time, hourly position is $21.00.

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.