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Ventura Foods
United States, Minnesota, Albert Lea
Aug 21, 2025

Location:Albert Lea
Shift:[[cust_ShiftThree
Department:Direct Labor
Pay Rate:$22.99 - $24.61 range

Position Summary:

Utility personnel will be utilized to fill routine vacancies created due to operational needs, sickness, or vacations.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:
  1. Provide necessary manpower in multiple areas and at various skill levels within operation.

  2. Perform proper documentation of area/job assigned to.

  3. Responsible for following all Food Safety policies, procedures and regulatory criterion including the current SQF code, Good Manufacturing Practices, and the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and associated Preventive Controls and safety programs.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Knowledge and Skills:

Individual must be able to operate a wide variety of equipment and able to physically perform jobs available within facility. Training will be provided as required to meet operation's needs.

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits:

  • Retirement savings options
  • Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs
  • On-the-job training
  • Hourly starting rate of $22.99 with opportunities for hourly rate increases and career progression. Positions on 2nd and 3rd shifts are eligible for a $0.25/hr shift differential.

Bidding Information:
For specific information on the bidding procedure, including bid eligibility requirements, please refer to the current Collective Bargaining Agreement. You may cancel or remove a bid by selecting "Withdraw Application" from the Actions dropdown, found on the Job Applications page under Careers within SuccessFactors. Please refer to the current Collective Bargaining Agreement to understand if/when this is contractually allowed. Positions may be posted internally after the bidding window has ended. This is not intended to extend the window for bidding. This is to allow employees to refer friends or family members not currently employed by Ventura Foods.

Physical Demands:
All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s)and typically also require at a minimum: intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required.Please see the job description for specific requirements.

Work Environment:
Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying.

Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day. Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required. Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements. In addition, certain jobs may require employees to:

  • Work outside and/or in adverse temperatures which could include extreme heat, cold, and humidity;
  • Be exposed to vibrations, chemicals used inoperations, fumes and food allergens (may include soy, dairy and other allergens); and
  • Be required to work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet.

Diversity & Inclusion:
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values. We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.

Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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