Food Production Associate

Springborn Staffing is assisting a local food and beverage manufacturer in the Greater Portland area to fill an open Production Associate position. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity where you will be involved in processing, handling, and packaging high-quality perishable products. This position focuses heavily on safe manufacturing practices and requires strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing Duties: Assist in batching and handling raw ingredients while strictly following written recipes and production protocols.
• Sanitation: Thoroughly clean and sanitize production equipment, vats, molds, and workspaces.
• Packaging and Orders: Cut, wrap, and pack finished goods and help fulfill customer orders.
• Quality Control: Monitor product quality and maintain accurate batch and inventory logs.

Job Requirements

• Physical Demands: Ability to stand for long shifts and safely lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work Environment: Comfortable working in varying temperatures, from warm production rooms to cold walk-in coolers.
• Safety Standards: Willingness to wear all required personal protective equipment, including rubber boots, hairnets, and gloves.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail, a dependable work ethic, and the ability to strictly follow safety rules.

About Springborn Staffing

Springborn Staffing connects talent with employers across Maine. As your administrative partner throughout the temp-to-hire process, we ensure a smooth transition as you establish your career with local opportunities.