Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future! At HP Hood, we celebrate our differences. Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences, thoughts and perspectives are fostered to create an inclusive work environment. We are at our best when we respect and value each other - One Team, One Company! Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. There are a variety of benefits offered to our union employees either through the union or through HP Hood. The program may vary based on where you work, but all employees are offered a competitive benefits package that include health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discount programs, retirement program, advancement opportunities and more. Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat, Hershey's Milk & Milkshakes and more. For candidates based in Connecticut, this position starts at $27.34, up to $29.78 per hour. Under direction of the Receiving/Processing Supervisor and/or Production Manager, will follow all established procedures and policies, while producing a product that meets or exceeds available standards while prioritizing safety, quality and efficiency to meet the goals of the company. Job Responsibilities: * Knowledgeable of all areas in the production department, including but not limited to Receiving, Processing, and all filling lines. * Knowledgeable with CIP's, chemical safety and use. Be flexible in their work hour to adjust to the changing need of the production department. * Capable of changing job function daily / hourly as needs change. * Follow all Hood, State and Federal guidelines to produce a high quality product. * Fill out all required documents for what area they are working in. * Other duties as assigned. Education and Experience: * GED or High School Diploma. * Prior experience in a manufacturing setting preferred * Basic Computer Skill preferred * Ability to work well with people. * Communication skills are a must. * Multi-tasked Individual. * Ability to work independently and in a team based atmosphere. * Factory environment * Varying noise and heat levels. * Responsibilities allow occasional opportunity for varying work routine Employees must be able to: * Lift up to 60lbs. repetitively but not for entire shift. * Walk, bend, lift, twist, reach, lean over, pull, push, stoop and stand on concrete floor on a regular basis and for long periods of time. * Tolerate wet, hot, steamy work environment and loud noise. SQF Requirements/Responsibilities: * Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner. * Support biosecurity and GMP measures. * Report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action. * Back Up: Other Utility Operators and or Leads