For over forty five years, GA Foods has been creating and delivering high quality nutritious and well-balanced meals to seniors, children, military and emergency response. GA Foods sets ourselves apart with flavorful menus tailored to our client's palettes, a delivery service unmatched by the competition and a One Team attitude.

The GA Foods team is a diverse and energetic group. We are based in beautiful St. Petersburg, Florida, but can be found from California to New Jersey, Texas to Georgia...and even more locations as we have become one of the fastest growing companies in our industry. We thrive on our "One Team" company culture and promote teamwork and leadership within the organization. Looking for a job that will challenge you and motivate you to achieve your highest potential? You have come to the right place.

Great entry-level Packer - Food Production position available at our Hamilton Ohio location for a dedicated individual looking to work their way up at a growing company. The individual in this role will be responsible for packing cold components as directed by Supervisors, including but not limited to packing meals, moving and lifting boxes, and more.

Packers Essential Functions:

• Primary job duties are performed by hand packing cold/ wet components, grasping, folding, stocking, pressing and lifting.

• Boxing, lifting and stocking items.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (food safety) guidelines and hygiene practices.
• Operate all equipment in a safe and timely manner (our process is primarily manual with machine assistance).
• Inspect the product at all stages to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Participate in equipment and area cleaning in a safe and timely manner.

• Participate in operator-based machine maintenance and care.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. on a regular basis throughout the shift
• Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as machine operation, etc) most of the workday
• Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves, but is not limited to: food debris, odors, constant equipment noise, temperature extremes, wet areas/water, or similar elements most of the workday

• Must be able to stand, walk, climb, reach, lift, carry, pull, push, grasp, stoop, squat, bend and stretch as needed throughout the shift
• Ability to perform repetitive motion tasks - primarily manual tasks - in a standing position for the entire shift

The position requires that an employee be capable of the following:

• Meet the schedule requirements
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision

• Must be able to work well with others in a team atmosphere
• Must be able to read, write, and understand instructions, warnings, labels, and postings in English effectively
• Must be willing to participate in all tasks needed to get the job done - including end-of-shift clean-up/sanitation
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screens (including drug, background, and criminal checks)

Drug-Free Work Place / Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer