Production Associate (12H Days)
Date: Aug 21, 2025
Location: Norton Shores, MI
Company: Chobani
JOB OVERVIEW:
The Production Associate performs general and specific duties related to their assigned work area in the canning plant. Workers may be assigned to one or more areas throughout the plant and work with other production associates, machine operators, and support teams to ensure RTD (Ready-to-Drink) finished goods are safely and efficiently produced in accordance with quality specifications.
Job Schedule: 2-2-3, 12-hour rotation; 5:00am-5:30pm
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Ensure the proper packaging materials are used for each product being produced.
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Visually inspect cans, bottles, boxes, cartons, and other materials for printing defects, quality defects, food safety defects, etc.
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Work at varying stations on automated production lines to ultimately move finished goods from the production line to finished good skids, including stacking finished good cases on skids.
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Communicate any changes immediately in product flow, equipment malfunctions, shortages, or deviations from quality or food-safety specifications to operators, Team Lead, Supervisor, or Maintenance as necessary.
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Ensure that the packaging rate guidelines are followed to meet productivity/metrics.
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Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) to maintain a clean and safe work area.
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Responsible for food safety pre-requisite training programs related to designated area(s).
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Complete other tasks as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
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High School Diploma or GED preferred; or one to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
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Experience within the food and beverage industry preferred.
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Work in a wet environment with some exposure to cleaning chemicals and allergens.
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Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends, and holidays.
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Thrive in a fast-paced team environment.
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Effective verbal and written communication skills.
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Must be able to abide by all required Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
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Must be able to pass all pre-employment screens (including drug, background).
ABOUT US:
La Colombe is a leading coffee roaster in pursuit of excellent coffee for all since its inception in 1994. Through ethical trade with growers, advocating for equity, and empowering their communities, La Colombe continues to be a pioneer and raises the standards for outstanding quality coffee. The brand is known for providing beloved signature blends, exceptional single-origin coffees, and the world's first-ever textured canned cold latte. La Colombe operates 32 cafés across Philadelphia, New York, Chicago, Boston, Los Angeles, Austin, and Washington, D.C. La Colombe's celebrated coffees are also available in cafés, hotels, restaurants and retailers worldwide. In 2023, La Colombe was acquired by Chobani, a next-generation food and beverage company on a mission to make nutritious food accessible to all.
For more information on La Colombe, visit www.lacolombe.com.
Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Chobani provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, disability insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement. To help save for the future, all employees are eligible for a 401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay. To support growing families, we provide fertility and childcare assistance, and 12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment. In addition, we provide wellness resources which include an employee assistance program, fitness discounts, a wellness reimbursement, on-site gym access (certain locations) and a monthly wellness newsletter to connect you with resources and timely information. We offer various types of paid and flexible time off based on start date and tenure and 11 holidays each year.
Compensation Range: $21.00 - $26.00, plus bonus.
Nearest Major Market: Muskegon
Nearest Secondary Market: Grand Rapids