Manufacturing Tech II- Warehouse Support, D-Crew Dry

AFB International•Aurora, MO

20h•Onsite

About The Position

For over 30 years, AFB International has been providing pet food solutions that enrich the lives of pets and their people. Our palatants are specially designed to make pet foods, treats and supplements taste better, ensuring pets receive the vital nutrients they need. Joining AFB means being part of a team dedicated to their mission, customers, and pets worldwide. The Manufacturing Technician II – Warehouse Support role involves safely operating forklifts, managing raw materials and finished products, inspecting for quality, assisting production, and participating in cycle count programs.

Requirements

Reliability with a strong work ethic and excellent attendance
Production or manufacturing experience
Counterbalance forklift experience required
Ability to regularly lift 55 lbs and stand for extended periods during a 12hr shift in a semi-dusty environment
High school diploma or equivalent or successful completion of a company administered basic skills assessment
Must pass preemployment screens including background and drug screen

Nice To Haves

Food processing, manufacturing, warehousing, construction, or farming experience

Responsibilities

Safely operating and becoming certified on a Counterbalance forklift
Accurately transferring all raw material for dry shop stage and properly binning and storing finished product and raw materials
Inspecting raw materials and finished goods for quality defects and staging raw materials for the next shift
Assisting dry blend production moving materials as needed
Participating in cycle count programs

Benefits

Above-market wages
Annual incentive/bonus program based on individual and company performance
“Pay for performance” annual merit increases
Unique 12-hour shift schedule: alternate weeks of 36 and 48 hours, giving you 3 to 4 days off each week
Shift schedule provides 8 hours of built in overtime on every paycheck
Additional opportunities to pick up extra overtime
401(k) with company matching—building your financial future together (Dollar for dollar company match up to 4.5% and $.50 match up to 6%)
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family’s well-being
Annual wellness credit of $600 -$1200 paid directly to employees for completing wellness activities throughout the year
Paid time off including vacation, 11 paid company holidays, and 2 floating holidays, plus accrued sick time
Company Paid Parental Leave for new parents. Birth parents receive 12 weeks paid leave and non-birth parents receive 6 weeks paid leave
Company paid short-term and long-term disability
Tuition reimbursement program
Employee uniforms and safety shoes provided—your safety and comfort are our priority