Production: Pet Food Utility 2 (3rd Shift)

FARMERS UNION INDUSTRIES LLC•Waite Park, MN

2d•$25 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Northland Choice operates out of three locations including Waite Park, Long Prairie, and Redwood Falls, MN. We take fresh poultry from USDA-inspected facilities and convert it into frozen and fresh-chilled protein-based pet food ingredients. Our Waite Park, MN facility is currently seeking to add a team member 3rd shift crew! This opportunity provides the chance to work with a small, close-knit team and make in impact with a variety of responsibilities.

Requirements

Proficient in basic math skills; accurately and legibly record information
Accurately read and understand signs, labels, warnings, directions, and operator manuals
Ability to maintain composed and organized in a fast-paced environment
Work in a facility that processes poultry; facility may also process pork, if necessary
Willingness and ability to work extra hours as needed during the week or weekend
Must be 18 years of age or older for insurance purposes
Consistently lift up to 50 pounds from waist level to/from floor; occasionally lift up to 75 pounds
Consistently push and/or pull heavy objects
Consistently bend at the waist and/or knees
Stand up to 100% of the workday
Ability to work safely in wet/slippery conditions and hot/cold environments

Nice To Haves

Experience in food/feed production, a plus
Preventative maintenance and repair skills, desired
Experience in backing up trailers or operating a skid steer and forklift, preferred

Responsibilities

Operate production equipment to transform raw materials into a quality frozen pet food ingredient
Utilize overhead cranes to palletize frozen ingredient blocks and store them in freezer
Continuously inspect raw and finished materials using FOSS machines, and visual and olfactory senses to ensure product quality
Operate skid-steers or forklifts to move large materials and equipment
Accurately record data and complete necessary paperwork in a timely manner; determine and report inconsistencies
Clean, foam, use pressure hoses, and sanitize work area, equipment, tools, and totes
Squeegee excess water from the production floor and shovel waste materials into garbage
Perform minor preventative maintenance duties including switching out hydraulic lines, grinder blades, etc.; report major repair needs to maintenance and/or Complex Manager
Learn and follow all standard operating procedures for processing, sanitation, safety, and quality
Follow all company safety policies, practices, procedures, and improvement initiatives
Comply with all regulatory compliance requirements including environmental and food safety
Report any concerns, accidents, downtime, or cost-saving measures to Complex Manager, as needed
Maintain positive relationships with others and assist other production or maintenance personnel, as necessary
Perform general housekeeping to maintain a clean work environment, as needed
Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance