Production/Packaging Associates 2nd Shift

Dessert Holdings Inc.
  • Smyrna, Georgia
  • $15–$16 Per Hour
  • Instant Apply
1 day ago

Job Description

Dessert Holdings is the leading premium dessert company in the world. We craft artisanal, scratch-made desserts at scale, combining culinary innovation with the finest real ingredients. With a rich heritage spanning seven distinctive brands, we bring unmatched expertise and tailored solutions to our Retail and Foodservice partners.

Kenny's Great Pies, a Dessert Holdings Company located in Smyrna Georgia is looking foraProduction/PackagingAssociateto be a part of our organization!

Key Responsibilities:

  • Apply crust into pie pans

  • Mix ingredients following recipes and production standards

  • Operate production equipment, such as the juice machine

  • Perform visual inspections to ensure product quality

  • Ensure product weights to meet specifications

  • Follow all safety and food-handling guidelines

  • Maintain a clean and organized work area

  • Support team members and assist with other production duties as needed

Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in food production or manufacturing

  • Attention to detail and strong work ethic

  • Dependable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team

  • Willingness to follow instructions and company procedures

  • Must be able to work until production is complete

(May also pack product to support the distribution).

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Must be able to work until production is complete

Physical Requirements:

  • Perform repetitive motions throughout the shift

  • Pull, push, lift, load, and unload racks and containers as needed

  • Stand for extended periods of time

  • Lift and carry up to 40 lbs safely

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*Must be able to work safely with products containing allergens (wheat & dairy, as well as eggs and a variety of tree nuts) *

Job Type: Full-time

Pay:

$15.00 - $16.00 per hour on 2nd shift (2:30pm- 11:30pm)

Expected hours: 40 45 per week

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • 8-hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Dessert Holdings is a collection of premium dessert companies and brands: The Original Cakerie, Lawler's Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, Steven Charles, Dianne's Fine Desserts, Kenny's Great Pies, and Willamette Valley Pie Company. Dessert Holdings is owned by Bain Capital, is headquartered in St. Paul, MN, employs more than 3,500 people across ten manufacturing facilities, and is continuing its journey of rapid growth.

EEO Statement

Dessert Holdings and its related entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristics protected by law.

As aGeneral Production Worker, you'll help make, move, and prepare products in a factory or warehouse setting. Your main tasks will include:
  • Using machines and equipment to help prepare products
  • Checking to make sure everything looks right and works right
  • Moving items in and out of coolers, freezers, or other areas
  • Helping load and unload items
  • Keeping your work areaclean and safe at all times

Why You'll Love Working Here

  • Work with purpose you help deliver the desserts people celebrate with.
  • Supportive team environment where your contributions matter.
  • Growth opportunities across multiple departments.
  • Training provided including certifications!
  • Whether you're building your career or looking for a fresh start, we'll help you grow.

Dessert Holdings offers benefits such as a choice of comprehensive medical plans, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and retirement contribution to all eligible employees.

What You'll Do Every Day

  • Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to keep everything safe and clean
  • Build desserts according to clear instructions
  • Meet production goals within the required time
  • Maintain a tidy and clean organizedwork area
  • Follow dress code & personal hygiene rules
  • Report waste or any time you step off the line
  • Protect food quality and safety throughout your shift
  • Learn safety systems like SQF, HACCP, and GMP (training provided!)
  • Follow company policies and assist with other tasks as needed

What We're Looking For:

  • Reliable transportation and ability to work flexible hours
  • Willing to work overtime and weekends when needed
  • Able to read or write inEnglish or Spanish
  • Able to stay focused in a fast-paced, loud environment
  • Strong communication skills and team-oriented mindset
  • Able to follow strict safety rules 100% of the time

About Dessert Holdings

Dessert Holdings is a collection of premium dessert companies and brands: The Original Cakerie, Lawler's Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, Steven Charles, Dianne's Fine Desserts, Kenny's Great Pies, and Willamette Valley Pie Company. Dessert Holdings is owned by Bain Capital, is headquartered in St. Paul, MN, employs more than 3,500 people across ten manufacturing facilities, and is continuing its journey of rapid growth.

We pride ourselves on the best ingredients, chef-inspired recipes, and a culture rooted in teamwork, respect, and quality.

EEO Statement

Dessert Holdings and its related entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Numbers & Facts

LocationSmyrna, Georgia
Salary$15–$16 Per Hour

Skills

  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Food Productionunmatched
  • GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)unmatched
  • Health Insuranceunmatched
  • Life Insuranceunmatched
  • Lift/Move 40 Poundsunmatched
  • Loading/Unloadingunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Order Picking/Packingunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Product Supportunmatched
  • Retailunmatched
  • Safety Systemsunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Scratch Programming Languageunmatched
  • Spanish Languageunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched
  • Warehousingunmatched

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