Dry Packaging Operator - Night Shift

KLN ENTERPRISES INC•Perham, MN

2d•$0 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

KLN Family Brands is seeking a Night Shift Dry Packaging Machine Operator to join their team. This role is responsible for operating and maintaining the general operation of a production line, ensuring continuous quality, efficiency, sanitation, and safety. The position reports to the night shift supervisor and assistant supervisor. KLN Family Brands is a 3rd generation, family-owned business founded in 1964, committed to a people-first vision built on trust, quality products, and community care.

Requirements

General mathematical ability and basic computer skills.
Must not be afraid of heights; ability to climb 150 feet.
Must be able to meet physical requirements necessary for this position.
Willing to work hours and shifts as required by the supervisor.
Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand English.
Ability to handle weights of up to 65lbs on a routine basis.
Willing to fill in on other shifts as required by supervisor.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain the general operation of a production line.
Ensure continuous quality, efficiency, sanitation, and safety of the line.
Start up and set up all required equipment for production.
Control packaging materials, code dates, expiration dates, stickers, and other product-specific items.
Monitor product quality, packaging quality, contamination, weight controls, and line efficiency.
Perform general maintenance and repairs on equipment and assist maintenance personnel.
Perform all equipment adjustments and changeovers and troubleshoot equipment problems.
Complete all daily reports legibly and undertake special projects as assigned.
Assist in controlling packaging from the warehouse and supervising line workers.
Assist other lines when needed and assist in training line workers.
Coordinate all record keeping and charting, including cleaning schedules, packaging yields, and efficiency.
Assist Supervisor and Foreman as needed to control the packaging area.
Communicate with Supervisor/Foreman on all production concerns.
Communicate with Extruder Operators on product times and bin space.
Gain general knowledge of daily extrusion and production reports.
Gain complete knowledge of bin, product distribution, product delivery, and blending systems.

Benefits

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Wellness program discounts (up to $150 discounted towards health insurance monthly)
104 Hours of PTO Accrued in First Year of Employment
7 Paid Holidays
KLN Clinic (Free doctor visits & more than 300 free prescriptions)
401k Match Opportunity
Opportunity to meet with onsite financial advisors
$10,000 Forgivable Home Grant Program
Tuition Assistance
Profit Sharing Eligibility