Production Worker (Rotating Shifts)

Kingsford Manufacturing Production WorkerKingsford Manufacturing in Springfield, OR manufactures America's best-loved charcoal briquet for the West Coast, fulfilling our mission to provide sustainable and trusted grilling products that bring people together. Our team is composed of individuals who possess advanced technical skills, are dedicated to process improvement and have a passion for our product and our plant. Starting hourly rate - $23.61 per hour plus $1.25 per hour when working night shift. Work schedule (Briquetting/Process) – 12-hour shifts (6am – 6pm/6pm – 6am) 2-2-3 schedule 56-day rotation (8 weeks of day shift, followed by 8 weeks of night shift).In this role, you will:The Production Worker is responsible for the processing, manufacture, packaging, storage and distribution of charcoal briquettes.Plant department overview:Retort – In the Retort department we convert wood waste to char that goes into the charcoal briquettesBriquetting – In the Briquetting department we combine the char and other raw materials to create the charcoal briquettePackaging – In the Packaging department we operate machines that package finished charcoal briquettes into bagsWarehouse – In the Warehouse we store finished bags of charcoal briquettes for shipments to customers or other warehousesThe Production Worker principally works in briquetting (process) and duties may include:Unloading bulk raw materials from rail carsMovement of materials across the work siteHousekeeping and organization, both in the interior and exterior plant environmentFilling in for roles such as dryer tending, bulldozer, forklift driver, quality lab, packaging & shippingWhat we look for:In order to be considered for employment candidates must:Submit a resume in Word or PDF format (no images)Hold a high school diploma or equivalentOur values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That's why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive.Benefits we offer to help you be well and thrive:Competitive compensationGenerous 401(k) program in the US and similar programs in internationalHealth benefits and programs that support both your physical and mental well-beingFlexible work environment, depending on your roleMeaningful opportunities to keep learning and growingHalf-day Fridays, depending on your location