Full-Time

Production Associate

Posted on 1/23/2025

US Foods

US Foods

10,001+ employees

Food distribution for restaurants and healthcare

Food & Agriculture
Consulting

Compensation Overview

$13.21 - $14.21Hourly

Entry, Junior

Bellefontaine, OH, USA

Category
Production Planning & Scheduling
Quality Control & Compliance
Operations & Logistics

You match the following US Foods's candidate preferences

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Must be able to work continually in a refrigerated environment 35°F- 45°F
  • Must be able to work for periods of time in a freezer environment -10°F to +10°F with company provided apparel
  • High School graduate or GED preferred with basic reading, writing and math skills
  • Production, warehouse, food processing, manufacturing, food production or food service warehouse environments preferred
  • Able to work overtime as needed
Responsibilities
  • Work in a fast-paced environment preparing meat products to feed lines and/or prepare for the next stage of processing
  • Effectively utilize tools, processes, and materials to process and package meat products within planned schedules
  • Follow all Food Safety requirements and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
  • Perform visual inspection of meat products to meet certain specifications
  • Meet company standards and customer specifications
  • Assist in cleanliness of general work area
Desired Qualifications
  • High School graduate or GED preferred
  • Production, warehouse, food processing, manufacturing, food production or food service warehouse environments preferred

US Foods is a leading food distributor in America, providing a wide range of food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other food service operators. The company offers over 350,000 products, including fresh produce and culinary equipment, and operates by purchasing food in bulk and selling it to clients while also offering services like culinary expertise and business consulting. With a strong logistics network that ensures timely deliveries, US Foods also supports clients with solutions like the "Make It Now" platform during challenging times. Additionally, the company is committed to social responsibility, having donated over $32 million in food and supplies for hunger relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$340.5K

Headquarters

Rosemont, Illinois

Founded

1853

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Expansion in Buda, Texas, will create 165 new jobs by December 2026.
  • Flexible scheduling and seven-day delivery model enhance customer service.
  • Advancements in cold chain logistics improve perishable food distribution efficiency.

What critics are saying

  • Potential E. coli contamination from Taylor Farms onions could harm US Foods' reputation.
  • $500 million senior notes issuance increases financial risk if debt obligations aren't met.
  • Expansion in Buda involves significant capital investment, risking financial strain.

What makes US Foods unique

  • US Foods offers over 350,000 diverse products to meet varied customer needs.
  • The 'Make It Now' platform aids clients in recovery and reopening efforts.
  • US Foods provides value-added services like culinary expertise and business consulting.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

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