Pre-Assembly Worker, ON, Fresh Kitchen - Lakeland (Manufacturing)

• performing set-up and start-up activities on all equipment in the department


• opening packages, placing product in tubs or racking product, and transporting to appropriate  area


• documenting equipment inspections and reporting unsafe conditions or damage to product, equipment or facility


• documenting lot numbers and code dates


• labeling and ensuring accurate inventory of products


• reading and comprehending production paperwork and documents


• auditing materials for Quality Assurance


• assisting operators with daily production tasks


• accurately completing all paperwork required by the position


• other duties as assigned

• must be at least 18 years old


• must demonstrate excellent work habits in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)


• must demonstrate safe working habits


• must be able to push or pull pallets in excess of 1500 lbs.


• must be able to lift in excess of 50 lbs. frequently


• must be able to learn and perform all positions


• must be able to work in a fast-paced environment


• must have good human relations skills (the ability to work well with others and be a team player)


• must be able to work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours


• must have excellent attendance and punctuality


• must be willing to assist other team members in other areas


• must be able to perform steady and productive work for an extended period of time                                          


• must be able to work efficiently with little or no supervision


• must understand Lockout/Tagout compliance requirements


• must be dependable and possess good follow up skills


• good verbal and written communication skills


• must be able to follow detailed written and verbal instructions


• must possess basic math skills


• must be able to communicate effectively


• must show enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work


• a commitment to Publix and our mission

• Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost


• An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock


• 401(k) retirement savings plan


• Group health plan (with prescription benefits)


• Group dental plan


• Group vision plan


• Sick pay


• Paid Parental Leave


• Long-term disability insurance


• Company-paid life insurance (with accidental death & dismemberment benefits)


• Tuition reimbursement


• Vacation pay


• Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria


• Paycheck direct deposit


• Credit union


• Access to over 50 discount offers including discounts on computer, vehicle and wireless purchases


• 6 paid holidays (associates can exchange the following holidays with their manager's approval: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day).