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Production Worker
Description:
**Position Title:**
**Production Worker**
**Pay Rate:** $21.42
**Category/Shift:**
Hourly Full-Time (1st Shift openings)
**Physical Location:**
980 Cobb Place Blvd #250
Kennesaw, GA 30144
**The Job You Will Perform:**
We are looking for motivated individuals who are capable of performing a multitude of functions in a flexible, fast-paced production environment. As a Production Worker in any position, we will train you on all aspects of your job and you can look forward to opportunities for advancement in your future.
**JOB DUTIES:**
**Primary duties of a Production Worker in any position include, but are not limited to:**
+ Following all safety rules and practices, including the lockout/tagout program on each piece of machinery they are qualified to operate
+ Operating production machinery
+ Operating touch screen controls to monitor the production process, and interfacing with a computer to enter data into various software platforms (such as work orders or other plant metrics)
+ Reading factory work orders, product spec sheets, and other documents to learn customer requirements
+ Consistent quality and count inspection of a product, which includes identifying and segregating nonconforming (reject/scrap) products and materials, and documenting and reporting all quality assurance checks as instructed
+ Safety operating a forklift to load/unload production lines, to transport and stage materials as needed (pallets, endclosures, PVA), or to assist with shipping as needed
+ Accurately completing time sheets reports, lists, and other records
+ Regularly perform scheduled operator preventative maintenance and general housekeeping responsibilities
**The Skills You Will Bring:**
**Ideal candidates will have the following qualifications:**
+ High school degree or GED (or equivalent experience) preferred
+ Prior experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred
+ Prior experience in the corrugated manufacturing industry or food manufacturing industry _highly preferred_
+ Stable work history and good attendance record
+ Must be willing to work a five day work-week shift schedule and weekend overtime as required (sometimes with short notice)
**We are looking for the following knowledge, skills, and abilities in a successful candidate:**
+ Proven track record on safety and quality
+ Solid mechanical aptitude
+ Attention to detail and a focus on producing quality product
+ The ability to work with others in a team environment with minimal supervision
+ Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
+ Willingness to learn, including cross-training and filling in other positions as needed
+ Professional attitude and good communication skills
**The Benefits You Will Enjoy:**
International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term Disability, 401(k) and/or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.
**The Career You Will Build:**
+ Promotional opportunities
**The Impact You Will Make:**
We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you'll see why our team members say they're **Proud to be IP** .
**The Culture You Will Experience:**
International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.
**The Company You Will Join:**
International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were $21.2 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.
**_International Paper 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._**
**_International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact or ._**
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Location:
Kennesaw, GA, US, 30144
Category: Hourly Job
Date: Oct 7, 2025
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Job Description

Job Description

Position Responsibilities:

1 Perform manual labor along a production line, operate production line machinery, and may perform minor repairs to parts as necessary.

2 Perform basic and detailed assembly tasks and/or perform many manual / assembly duties.

3 Perform repetitious and previously performed work without supervisory and technical assistance.

4 multi-tasking that requires focused concentration is expected to be learned – must be willing to cross train.

5 Work from verbal or written instructions, work specifications, etc.; use basic math.

6 Utilize production tools including hand tools and precision devices.

7 Assist in providing on-the-job training to new employees.

8 Comply with general work rules -- responsible for quality of own work, housekeeping of own work area, and to work safely.

9 Follow all applicable TS 16949 and ISO 14001 policies, procedures, and work instructions.

10 Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by supervision.

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Warehouse / Production Worker performs independent and production line jobs associated with a variety of basic assembly, sorting, and filling operations. The Production Worker performs job functions as described by organizational needs, operating the specified equipment, or following production procedures as instructed. They will also perform assigned tasks and functions in accordance with established safety procedures.

Ability to work as a floater on any project, may use hand tools, hammers, screwdrivers, air tools, and other power tools, etc.; understands moderate to complex directions and works productively and meets quality standards. Displays self-initiative. Understand & follows security requirements/controls.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Understand verbal and written production orders to perform task assigned. Performs light assembly, packaging, and material handling duties in a warehouse environment. May require use of pallet jack after proper training.
• Under the direction of the Supervisor, assists with participant training, quality control of products, and setup/tear down of jobs. Moves materials and/or products to/from work area to complete job assignments.
• Utilize stretch wrap and sealing machines.
• Utilizes various hand tools.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds.
• Able to stand for extended periods of time.
• General Warehouse duties.
• Must meet established standards of quality and productivity with/without supervision.
• Must be able to work with diverse groups of people and often in a teamwork setting.
• May be rotated into different jobs after several weeks.
• Must be able to maintain a good attendance record.

Qualifications:

Must pass drug screen and background check.
Eligibility to work in the United States.

Education:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience.

Other Qualifications:

• Flexibility and ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Persons with disabilities or barriers to employment are encouraged to apply and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Core Competencies:

Interpersonal:

• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.

Written Communications:

• Ability to write and read in English.

Analytical:

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two step instructions.

Oral Communications:

• Ability to read a limited number of two and three syllable words and recognize similarities and differences between words and between a series of numbers. Speak simple sentences in English.

Organizational:

• Ability to prioritize.

Problem-Solving

• Ability to meet production standards and prescribed deadlines.

Equipment

• Willingness to wear the necessary Personal Protection equipment.

Other Qualifications or Requirements:

Mental Effort:

• Ability to operate the pallet jacks, heat sealing and shrink wrap machines and capability of making judgments effectively and safely. Listens and learns repetitive tasks quickly and meets set standards without further supervision.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time; ability to lift and move items up to 25 pounds without assistance in loading and unloading the truck.
• Have a full range of motion in upper and lower body.
• Be able to reach overhead.
• Be able to work in various positions, including, but not limited to, stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling, and squatting for extended periods of time.
• Be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks.
• Good hand dexterity.
• Good eyesight.

Safety:
Follows all prescribed safety regulations to diminish accidents.

• Understanding of OSHA safety requirements.
• Knowledge of evacuation procedures and the whereabouts of exits and fire extinguishers.
• Immediately report circumstances you consider may present a hazard to yourself and others.
• Report any accident whether minor or major.

Declaration:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. They may be subject to change at any time.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Job Description

Job Description

Are you ready to elevate your career in manufacturing operations and be a part of creating the world's best desserts? Dessert Holdings partners with some of North America's most iconic chains to bring people together to celebrate life's sweetest moments!

Please apply to be considered foropen interviews!

Perks!

• Starting at $13 per hour

• Work Location: Kenny's Great Pies, 5200 Highlands Pkwy SE, Smyrna, GA 30082

  Schedule:1st Shift (5:00AM - 2:00PM)

  2nd Shift (2:30PM - 11:00PM)

  *Occasional mandatory Saturday Shifts

• Full-time employment with benefits (probation period)
• Weekly Paychecks!
• GrowthOpportunities

What's the job?

You will be responsible for operating and maintaining equipment in a factory or warehouse and preparing items for distribution. Thisinvolves assembling and checking product quality ensuring that all machinery runs smoothly, and assisting in the shipment of items.

RepetitiveMotions include:

• Pulling/pushing/lifting/loading/unloading rack & containers
• Travelin and out of freezers & coolers
• Must be able to work safely with products containing allergens (wheat & dairy, as well as, eggs and a variety of tree nuts)

Does this job sound like a perfect match for your personality, skills and/or previous experience? Join our winning team today!

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Handling food products in a sanitary environment, maintaining the highest standards of personal hygiene and work-space sanitation, food safety, personal safety and attention to quality and production standards established by management.

WORKSKILLS: Ability to follow directions and work efficiently at manual tasks in a food production environment.

EXPERIENCE: Entry level production work. Familiarity with food production GMPs is a plus.

QUALIFICATIONS: Punctuality and a willingness to work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Certain assignments may require the ability to lift up to 40lbs with reasonable accommodations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Food production environment.

Experience: Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

About Dessert Holdings

Dessert Holdings is North America's fastest-growing premium dessert company, bringing unparalleled dessert experiences to both retail and foodservice customers. The company, headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a collection of premium dessert companies and brands: Steven Charles, The Original Cakerie, Lawler's Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, Dianne's Fine Desserts, and Kenny's Great Pies. Dessert Holdings is owned by Bain Capital, employing more than 3,200 people across nine North American manufacturing facilities.

EEO Statement

Dessert Holdings and its related entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Job Description

Job Description

Position Responsibilities:

1 Perform manual labor along a production line, operate production line machinery, and may perform minor repairs to parts as necessary.

2 Perform basic and detailed assembly tasks and/or perform many manual / assembly duties.

3 Perform repetitious and previously performed work without supervisory and technical assistance.

4 multi-tasking that requires focused concentration is expected to be learned – must be willing to cross train.

5 Work from verbal or written instructions, work specifications, etc.; use basic math.

6 Utilize production tools including hand tools and precision devices.

7 Assist in providing on-the-job training to new employees.

8 Comply with general work rules -- responsible for quality of own work, housekeeping of own work area, and to work safely.

9 Follow all applicable TS 16949 and ISO 14001 policies, procedures, and work instructions.

10 Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by supervision.

Job Description

Job Description

Looking for a sweet career, or tempted by our amazing desserts? Get in touch with us!

Atlanta Cheesecake Company, a Dessert Holdings company,is a leading supplier of high-quality, versatile prepackaged desserts for retail, in-store bakeries and frozen categories in North America and beyond. Featuring a full product portfolio that includes premium cheesecakes in a variety of formats, flavors and sizes, we can also customize to meet your needs for seasonal offerings and events. Atlanta Cheesecake Company is located in Kennesaw, Georgia and is one of eight facilities located in Massachusetts, Colorado, North Carolina, Texas, Minnesota, & Canada.

What in it for you?

• Starting at $15/hour plus $2 shift differentialfor working nights
• Full-time employment: 4Day schedules; 12 hours per day. WEEKENDS OFF!
• Health, dental, vision insurance and more
• 401k- Company match!
• Paid time-off
• Weekly Paychecks!

Opportunities are open in both morning and night shifts. No prior experience is required We train you.

Location : 1300 Shiloh Rd NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144

What's the job?

The Food Processing worker often works on different duties depending on experience. Thisinvolves assembling, checking product quality as part of visual inspection, mixing, records production data, checks product weight. May also pack product to support the distribution.

Fast pace, attention to detail, understanding and following instruction is critical to be successful in a production environment.

RepetitiveMotions include: Pulling/pushing/lifting/loading/unloading rack & containers. Travelin and out of freezers & coolers. Must be able to work safely with products containing allergens (wheat & dairy, as well as eggs and a variety of tree nuts)

What you bring:

Must passdrug screen and background check!

Be attentive to detail and interested in learning and capable of following a process accurately.

Does this job sound like a perfect match for you? If so, we want to meet you. Apply!