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Food Production - General Laborer

Caldwell, ID

Posted: 10/28/2025 Industry: FOOD PROCESSING Job Number: 9999 Pay Rate: $16.00/hr Day Shift - $19.00/hr Night Shift

Job Description

Date posted: October 28, 2025

Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Job description:

General Laborer - JR Simplot Idaho Plant

Location: Caldwell, ID

Employment Type: Project-Based (0-49 hours per week)

Shifts Available:

  • Day Shift: 6:15 AM - 6:30 PM | $16.00 per hour
  • Night Shift: 6:15 PM - 6:30 AM | $19.00 per hour

About Gem State Staffing-Caldwell

Gem State Staffing-Caldwell is a trusted partner in connecting top talent with rewarding opportunities in the Treasure Valley. We're proud to collaborate with industry leaders like JR Simplot to support their operations at the Idaho Plant in Caldwell, ID. If you're reliable, hardworking, and ready to contribute to a dynamic food production team, join us today!

Job Summary

We're seeking motivated General Laborers to join the JR Simplot Idaho Plant team on a project basis. In this entry-level role, you'll support potato production operations in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. Duties include product inspection, packaging assistance, and maintaining a clean workspace. This is an excellent opportunity for flexible, hands-on work with competitive pay and shift differentials for nights.

Key Responsibilities

  • Inspect potato products on conveyor belts for quality and defects.
  • Assist in packaging and preparing products for shipment.
  • Perform general housekeeping tasks to ensure a safe and sanitary production area.
  • Support other entry-level duties as assigned in a food production setting.
  • Follow all safety protocols and quality standards.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

  • Ability to lift up to 36 lbs repeatedly throughout the shift.
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
  • No prior experience required—training provided!
  • Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to work in a team.
  • Comfortable standing for extended periods in a cool, industrial environment.
  • Reliable transportation to the Caldwell, ID facility.

Why Join Us?

  • Flexible project-based scheduling to fit your lifestyle.
  • Competitive hourly rates with a night shift premium.
  • Opportunity to work with a leading agricultural company like JR Simplot.
  • Potential for ongoing assignments based on performance and availability.

Ready to start? Apply today through Gem State Staffing-Caldwell! Visit our website at www.gemstatestaffing.com or call/text (208) 455-3504 to speak with a recruiter. We look forward to hearing from you!

Gem State Staffing-Caldwell is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status

Meet Your Recruiter

Dustin Cureton
Owner - Caldwell

I began my journey with Gem State Staffing in the Boise location way back in 2005. We only had 3 branches at that time!  Over the years, I've managed Boise, Twin Falls-Burley, and back to Boise again. I was promoted to COO/District Manager for Idaho and our single location in Salt Lake City, and operated in that capacity for 8 years. We opened several new locations under my direction and increased our geographic footprint to cover all of Southern Idaho. Many of the employees currently employed by Gem State Staffing were hired and trained by me, a feat I am very proud of.

In early 2020 the ownership for Gem State Staffing offered me an opportunity to buy the Caldwell branch and operate the location under a franchise-like agreement. I'm happy to report that in January 2024, I completed my purchase of Gem State Staffing-Caldwell. 

 

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