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Entry Level Post Cereal Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Production Operator

Meadville, PA · On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

Post also provides private label solutions to customers in pet food, cereal, nut butters and ... Ability to problem solve entry-level problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations ...

Production Operator

Meadville, PA

$14.75 - $18/hr

Post also provides private label solutions to customers in pet food, cereal, nut butters and ... Ability to problem solve entry-level problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations ...

Entry Level Post Cereal information

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How much do entry level post cereal jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level post cereal in the United States is $17.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Post Cereal vs Entry Level Food Packaging Associate?

AspectEntry Level Post CerealEntry Level Food Packaging Associate
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; basic food safety knowledgeHigh school diploma or equivalent; familiarity with packaging equipment
Work EnvironmentFood manufacturing facility, assembly linesFood packaging plant, assembly and labeling stations
Industry UsageFood production, cereal manufacturingFood packaging and distribution
Common Search/ComparisonEntry Level Post Cereal vs Entry Level Food Packaging Associate

While both roles are entry-level positions within the food industry, Entry Level Post Cereal focuses on cereal production processes, whereas Entry Level Food Packaging Associate involves packaging and preparing food products for distribution. Both require basic food safety knowledge and work in manufacturing environments, but their specific duties and focus areas differ.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Post Cereal job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 91% Full Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,327 per year, or $17.5 per hour.
Packaging Operator (J - Night Shift)

Packaging Operator (J - Night Shift)

Post Consumer Brands

Asheboro, NC • On-site

$15.50 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


Post Consumer Brands rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

75th of 380 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

Business Unit Overview
Headquartered in Lakeville, Minn., Post Consumer Brands, a business unit of Post Holdings, Inc., is dedicated to providing people and their pets with delicious food choices for every taste and budget. The company's portfolio includes beloved brands such as Honey Bunches of Oats™, PEBBLES™, Grape-Nuts™ and Malt-O-Meal™ cereal and Peter Pan™ peanut butter, as well as Rachael Ray® Nutrish™, Kibbles 'n Bits™ and 9Lives™ dog and cat food. Post also provides private label solutions to customers in pet food, cereal, nut butters and granola. As a company committed to high standards of quality and to our values, we are driven by one idea: To make lives better by making delicious food accessible for all. For more information about our brands, visit www.postconsumerbrands.com and follow us on LinkedIn or Facebook for the latest news.
Location Description
The Post Consumer Brands plant in Asheboro, NC, features some of the most modern cereal production technology in the industry and the facility has quadrupled in size since it opened in 2007. Asheboro's 200+ team members produce some of our newest and most innovative cereals, like Oreo Puff's cereal! While there is plenty to do right in Asheboro, the town is only a few hours from the Atlantic Ocean in one direction and the Blue Ridge Mountains in the other direction.
Responsibilities
Why You Want to Work at Post
• 3 weeks PTO for new hires
• Target 7.5% annual bonus
• Clean and highly automated facility
• Air-conditioned plant
• Free take-home cereal
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness program with quarterly cash payout
• PPE provided or reimbursed by the company
• Uniforms provided and cleaned by the company
• 401(k) with 6% match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability benefits
Responsibilities
This role is responsible for operating and monitoring production and packaging equipment, supporting materials and product flow, and maintaining a safe, efficient work environment. The position requires strong mechanical skills and good decision-making to identify and correct routine upset conditions while following all quality, safety, and sanitation standards.
  • J Shift: 5:30pm-5:50am, 2-2-3 rotating schedule

• Operate and monitor production and packaging equipment to ensure safe, efficient performance and minimize downtime.
• Perform equipment changeovers, basic repairs, and preventive maintenance on all related equipment.
• Conduct reliability tests such as metal detector and scale checks for food safety and quality assurance.
• Perform quality checks on raw ingredients, in-process materials, finished products, and packaging materials.
• Accurately collect and record production data, samples, waste, downtime, and other required information.
• Maintain clean, sanitary, and orderly work areas; conduct sanitation audits and develop action plans for issues.
• Identify and correct routine or repetitive upset conditions in a safe and timely manner.
• Support shipping, receiving, storage, staging, and material/supply replenishment.
• Coordinate and support shift activities and communicate key information between team members and shifts.
• Assist in other production or plant areas and participate in training, team activities, and special projects.
• Perform required audits and support compliance with SOPs and regulatory and safety requirements.
• Review and understand production reports to plan ahead and help maximize team and equipment efficiency.
Qualifications
Qualifications & Competencies:
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 6 months to 1 year of manufacturing or related experience is a plus.
• Mechanically inclined with the ability to learn and operate all related production equipment.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions or work direction.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to use basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to work within a team environment and build positive professional relationships.
• Ability to effectively communicate in both written and verbal form in English.
• Ability to problem-solve entry-level problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where standardizations/alternatives exist.
• Ability to work scheduled shifts; standing, kneeling, climbing, and walking for extended periods; repetitive gripping, pinching, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds; repeated twisting, bending, and reaching; exposure to hot/humid environments, heights up to 30 ft., ladders, and confined spaces.
• Good work history and acceptable attendance.
Competencies:
Communication Skills: Writing & Listening Skills, Training Skills
Execution Skills: Results Oriented, Problem Solving
People Skills: Team Building
Personal Behaviors: Flexibility & Initiative

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