Candy Production Associate

Associate Department: Candy Department

Location: Corporate HQ / Hayes Plant

Reports To: Candy Department Supervisor Scope of Position Candy Associates play a critical role in the production and packaging of confections and brittle. They are responsible for crafting high-quality peanut- and tree nut-based candy products through both manual and automated processes. This role requires a strong understanding of confectionery handling, food safety and quality practices, and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities: -Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment - Understand and adhere to all food safety, quality and company standards - Represent and reflect a culture of food safety - Prepare and hand-dip peanut and tree nut clusters using traditional confectionery methods. - Ensure consistent quality, portioning, and appearance of finished products. - Monitor automated dipping operations to ensure the machine produces consistent, high-quality clusters. - Make adjustments or notify maintenance if inconsistencies or issues arise. - Accurately weigh ingredients and packages to ensure correct portions and compliance with labeling requirements - Safely operate a pallet jack - Perform designated sanitary operating procedures - Notifying the Department Supervisor and/or Management of any issues that cannot be properly addressed - May perform tasks for other departments, as needed Working Conditions - Standing 100% of the time - Ability to lift up to 25lbs. for short and long distances and 50 lbs. with assistance - Compliance with personal protective equipment (PPE) - No jewelry allowed in production areas Minimum Qualifications - Previous manufacturing experience is preferable