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Food Production Food Prep Associates Days and Swing 841226

Salem, OR 97304

Posted: 10/09/2026 Job Category: Manufacturing and Production Job Number: 841226 Pay Rate: $16.50 - $17.25 per hour

Job Description


Exciting Food Prep Opportunity – Urgently hiring in Salem!

Job Title: Food Production Food Prep Associates DAYS AND SWING
Pay: $16.50/hr and $17.25/hr (.75 diff for swing)
Hours:
DAYS: M-F start btwn hours of 6am-8am  and work thru 5-6pm.  (Some Saturdays)
SWING: M-TH 5pm-3:30am (Some Fridays)
GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR OVERTIME!
Start Date: ASAP

Looking for a career boost and steady work? Join a thriving company as a Food Prep Associate in Salem, OR, and make an impact every day.

You'll work closely with the Production Supervisor to ensure all product is being processed correctly and efficiently.

What You'll Do
As a Food Production Food Prep Associate, you will be responsible for:

• Weighing ingredients accurately using scales and ensuring proper labeling and safety standards.
• Handling incoming and outgoing containers of ingredients with care and GMP compliance.
• Maintaining cleanliness in equipment rooms, prep areas, and workstations.
• Preparing ingredients for storage or production, including frozen, canned, and meat products.
• Mixing and cooking sauces, adjusting recipes for batch sizes, and operating equipment like ribbon blenders and kettles.
• Monitoring quality and safety to ensure everything meets company standards.
• Assisting with the assembly and preparation of food items for production runs.
• Following safety protocols and adhering to GMP guidelines at all times.
• Inspecting containers of ingredients for damage or improper labeling.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitized work environment.

What You'll Bring
The ideal candidate for this role will have:

• Ability to read and understand simple instructions, memos, and correspondence.
• Attention to detail to ensure quality and safety standards are met.
• Reliable work ethic and ability to follow directions precisely.
• Basic math skills for weighing and measuring ingredients.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us in Salem?

• Stable, long-term temporary assignment with potential for extension
• Opportunity to work within a collaborative and safety-focused team environment
• Clean, well-maintained on-site setting
• Be part of a company committed to operational excellence and growth

Location & ScheduleThis position is on-site in Salem, OR, and offers Monday-Friday (some Saturdays) between 6am-6pm for DAYS and Monday-Thursday  (some Fridays) from 5pm-3:30am for SWING

Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're eager to start a rewarding career as a Food Production Food Prep Associate in Salem, apply today or contact our recruiting team to learn more. Don't wait, we're hiring now!

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