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Hanover Foods Corporation located in Hanover PA is currently seeking a Heavy Laborer. This position is primarily responsible for performing general, non-mechanical laborer duties throughout the Plant.

1. Sight inspects and removes defects or any extraneous material from product
2. Performs general, non-mechanical, labor duties throughout the plant.
3. Prepares raw materials for production
4. Deposits fatback into cans by hand or meat depositor
5. Responsible for physically lifting up to 100 pounds as required
6. Responsible for container inspections to include seam inspections, proper lid placements, and proper fill levels in containers
7. Responsible for keeping work area clean to include sweeping, dumping, and/or disposing of materials used in production
8. Responsible for understanding how certain equipment operates and how to stop equipment if the automatic function fails
9. Should not leave assigned work area unless given permission by the Supervisor and/or Leadperson
10. Responsible for reporting any mechanical and/or safety problems immediately to the Supervisor and/or Leadperson
11. Adheres to common safety practices/guidelines, including the wearing of protective clothing and equipment as required
12. Adheres to plant hygiene standards to ensure high product integrity
13. Responsible for following food safety, legality and quality policies and procedures within the scope of the job responsibilities such as but not limited to: GMP’s, HACCP, safety, product quality, food security, plant security, etc
14. Assists in loading and unloading kettles in the retorts
15. Must be able to operate a forklift, electric pallet jack, bobcat and hoist when needed
16. Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor and/or Leadperson

• Basic math skills
• Ability to record data onto a spreadsheet
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate with management and co-workers
• Must be able to work overtime as required
• Must maintain a good attendance record
• Safe work habits

As a Hanover Foods employee you will enjoy the following benefits:

• Group Insurance Medical plans including dental and vision.
• Paid short term disability plan.
• Paid life insurance.
• 401K savings plan
• Pension Plan savings plan.
• 9 paid holidays
• PTO (Paid time off)
• Referral bonuses
• Retention bonus
• Employee discounts

our future is one of great potential and continued success. We are constantly looking for talented creative people to carry on the standard of excellence and quality that has represented Hanover Foods since 1924. Join our team!

Hanover Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.