Production Utility - Brainerd 3rd
About The Position
Barrett Petfood is hiring an onsite Production Utility team member in Brainerd, Minnesota, to support its pet food manufacturing process. The role includes hands-on work across production, with a focus on product quality, safe operations, and maintaining a clean workspace. The listed hourly pay is $22.50 to $25.50, plus a $3.00 shift differential. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM. Team members operate and clean production equipment, inspect products against specifications, and work with the Plant Production team. The role requires routine physical activity in a manufacturing facility and work in varying environmental conditions.
Requirements
- Strong attention to detail.
- Problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with teammates and supervisors.
- A proactive attitude toward safety.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn and switch between tasks.
- A customer-centric mindset focused on delivering high-quality products.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to bend, reach, climb stairs, stoop, kneel, and perform other physical activities required in manufacturing.
- Ability to routinely and safely climb and descend stairs and ladders, including accessing elevated work areas and equipment.
- Ability to safely operate or work from a scissor lift to access elevated equipment and production areas.
- Ability to maintain balance and stability on elevated platforms, stairs, ladders, and uneven or wet surfaces.
Responsibilities
- Operate the plant and assist across production areas.
- Work with the Plant Production team to ensure products meet specifications.
- Set up, operate, and clean the extruder used for pet food production.
- Inspect products to ensure they meet customer specifications for density and size.
- Operate the dryer and test kibble.
- Operate the Vertical Cooler and mix and add palatants to kibble.
- Troubleshoot equipment to help ensure products remain within specifications.
- Clean under and around plant machinery.
- Follow safety protocols and help maintain a clean and safe workspace.
Benefits
- Company-paid medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Life insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Seven paid holidays
- Employee discounts
- Complimentary pet food
- Company-sponsored events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
