Jobs at TruRoots Company (Now Hiring) — 5 open

We put the CARE in career!

Are you looking for longevity in a company? Do you enjoy working with your hands and being physically active? Do you have attention to detail? Do you enjoy problem solving? If you answered yes, this job is for you.

​Why TruRoots Company?

• A collaborative, team-first culture where “that’s not my job” is never the mindset. Instead, team members and leaders alike step up to ask, “How can I help?” Managers work alongside their teams, providing hands-on support, sharing accountability, and creating an environment where everyone succeeds together.
• Set Schedule - 12 hour shifts and NO WEEKENDS! 2nd shift: M-Th 5:00 p.m. to 5:15 a.m. 
• Stability - rooted in the community for over 40 years and continuing to grow. We are formerly Smuckers Natural Foods. The average employee tenure is seven years.
• Growth opportunities - pay for skill program
• Conveniently located in Havre de Grace right off Pulaski Highway
• Excellent Safety Culture
• Excellent Benefits - medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, sick leave, vacation, and paid holidays.
• Starting pay is $22.00/hr with $1.00 shift differential.  Eligibility for monthly bonuses and annual merit increases

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot production equipment
• Conduct and record periodic quality control checks.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, adjust, and perform minor maintenance to equipment as needed.
• Perform change-over/set up for new products.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Participate in sanitation and maintenance efforts when needed.
• Follow all Safety and Quality procedures.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, and interpret standard operating procedures and documents
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• 1-3 years of forklift experience a plus
• Experience with heavy equipment preferred
• Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of basic hand tools
• Basic math skills (measurement, fractions, reading gauges)
• Able to understand and operate highly automated equipment with computer interfaces.
• Able to climb, twist, and bend at the knees and back, maneuver in tight spaces, lift objects up to 50 pounds regularly and push/pull objects up to 75 pounds occasionally, differentiate between colors, work in non- temperature-controlled conditions (hot or cold), and able to stand and walk a minimum of 70% of the time.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TruRoots is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, natural origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

In compliance with federal and state employment laws, TruRoots prohibits discrimination against employees and applicants based on these protective characteristics. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer compensation, benefits, training, and termination.

We are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. Our commitment to diversity extends beyond compliance with the law. It is integral to our culture and central to our success as an organization.