Direct Production - T62C Packaging Specialist C

Made Better isn't just a claim; it's our Dare promise.

Dare has been a proudly Canadian, family-owned company since 1889. Throughout our long history, we've created some of the most loved Breton crackers, La Panzanella Artisanal Crackers, Lesley Stowe Raincoast Crisps, and Mary's Gone Crackers - enjoyed by consumers across North America. For over 130 years we had been located in the Kitchener area since the family's original store opened in 1892. Our Head Office is located in Cambridge Ontario Canada and we've expanded our roots far beyond the Canadian boarders to include manufacturing facilities in North Carolina, South Carolina, Washington and Nevada.

At Dare our dedicated team works passionately to uphold our tradition of excellence, innovation and quality in every aspect of our operations. Our state-of-the-art facilities utilize advanced technology to ensure consistency and quality while meeting the evolving needs of our consumers and customers.

Direct Production - T62C Packaging Specialist C

Job description:

Candidates will be contacted via email if moving forward to a interview.

• 3rd shift 9:00 pm - 5:30 am

Must be able to work weekends and holidays as needed.

We are looking for experienced Packers (Packaging Specialist) to work on packing crackers and cookies into containers, trays, boxes and cartons to prepare for retail distribution. May operate various packaging machines and technology to label, seal and wrap product.

Why join our team:

• $21.75 starting pay
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid Time Off - starting 11 days annually
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 401K with company match
• Medical Insurance - fully company paid option available!

Responsibilities:

• Work on a production line as a part of a team
• Package crackers and cookies in a food manufacturing environment on a production line
• Maintain compliance with all safety, food safety and quality management system rules, procedures, policies and guidelines.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Or relevant experience.
• Good hand eye coordination to break, weight, and package products in a repetitive fast pace environment.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to learn and apply approved quality standards to products on the production line.
• Desire to learn how to operate various packaging machines.
• Basic math and communication skills
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. Must be able to pass background check and drug test. Madrona Specialty Foods participates in the E-Verify program. Although Washington State has legalized marijuana for medicinal or recreational purposes, the Company is not required to allow the medicinal or recreational use of marijuana in the workplace. Marijuana use or being under the influence is strictly prohibited on company property and while conducting Company business

No phone calls please. Submit your resume if you are interested in applying for this position.

Madrona Specialty Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and / or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department

Seattle area-based La Panzanella Artisanal Foods Co. is part of the privately -owned company, Madrona Specialty Foods.  Our mission is to create uniquely crafted and always delicious artisan foods.  From our, non-GMO verified line of Italian Croccantini crackers to our European inspired Dolcetini artisan cookies, our products are made with recipes and traditions handed down through generations and preserved today.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Total Rewards Package: Our Total Rewards package reflects the investment we make in our employees to help them and their families achieve their well-being goals. Total Rewards at Dare Foods includes a competitive base salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits and retirement programs. In addition, we offer paid time off, career development opportunities as well as reward and recognition programs.

At Dare Foods Limited, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive, accessible, equal-opportunity environment that welcomes all individuals from all backgrounds because we know it will make our company a better place to work. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment.

We want to thank all candidates in advance for their interest; only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we cannot confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.