Production Associate Job at River Valley Foods, Syracuse, NY

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  • River Valley Foods
  • Syracuse, NY

Job Description

River Valley Holdings is a family-owned distribution company based in Syracuse, NY, serving retail customers across the northeastern United States. The River Valley family of companies: River Valley Foods, Cavallaro Foods and Garden Spot Foods, distributes a wide range of specialty dry and frozen grocery items and consumable products out of warehouses in Syracuse, NY and New Holland, PA.

Overview
We’re looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Production Associate to join our team! In this role, you’ll support daily production, packaging, and material-handling activities while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. This position involves working with food ingredients—including major allergens such as sesame, tree nuts, soy, and wheat—and requires adherence to all company and regulatory standards.

Schedule:


  • Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:45pm


Wages:




  • $21.00 - $23.00 per hour, depending on experience



Key Responsibilities




  • Follow all company SOPs, GMPs, HACCP, and OSHA safety standards.


  • Operate production and packaging equipment, scales, forklifts, and hand jacks (training provided).


  • Complete production and quality documentation accurately and on time.


  • Inspect containers, labels, and date codes for accuracy and consistency.


  • Set up, adjust, and clean equipment according to SOPs and food safety guidelines.


  • Maintain clean, organized, and audit-ready work areas.


  • Report equipment, process, or quality issues to the supervisor or lead.


  • Support training, sanitation, and continuous improvement efforts.


  • Work collaboratively with team members to meet production goals.


  • Use personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly and consistently.


  • Perform other duties as assigned.


Work Environment




  • Fast-paced, team-oriented food production setting.


  • Temperature and humidity may vary based on product and process.


  • Frequent standing, walking, lifting, bending, and handling raw food ingredients.


Qualifications




  • High school diploma or GED required.


  • 1–2 years of experience in food manufacturing or packaging preferred (training provided).


  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.


  • Reliable, organized, and adaptable to shifting priorities.


  • Effective communication and teamwork skills.


  • Basic math, computer, and measurement abilities.


  • Consistent attendance and punctuality.


Career Path
Team members who demonstrate strong performance, skill growth, and reliability may advance into a Production Lead role.


If you’re committed to safety, quality, and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today to join our growing production team.



Benefits: 


We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes: 




  • Flexible Paid Time Off 


  • Company paid holidays 


  • Health, prescription, and dental insurance 


  • Life and disability insurance


  • Supplemental insurances 


  • 401 (k) with company match


  • Employee assistant program


  • Employee purchase program 


River Valley Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Shift work,

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