Raw Ingredient Laborer

Barrett Petfood•Brainerd, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Barrett Petfood family as a Full Time Raw Ingredient Receiver in Brainerd, Minnesota. This onsite position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment that values problem-solving and customer-centricity. With a competitive pay range of $21.00 - $24.50 per hour (+ $1.50 shift differential), you will be rewarded for your contributions while enjoying a fun and high-performance company culture. Surrounded by a team of passionate individuals, you will help uphold our commitment to safety and integrity every day. Apply now to be part of a company that continuously seeks to push boundaries and redefine the pet food industry!

Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the manufacturing facility.
Must be able 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 a manufacturing environment.
Climb and descend stairs and ladders safely and routinely, including accessing elevated work areas and equipment.
Ability to safely operate or work from a scissor lift to access elevated equipment and production areas for inspection, verification, and environmental or sanitation sampling.
Maintain balance and stability while working on elevated platforms, stairs, ladders, and uneven or wet surfaces, as applicable.
Work in varying environmental conditions, including areas that may be hot, cold, wet, humid, noisy, or subject to temperature fluctuations.

Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day operation of the Meat room.
Train staff in proper workflow and sanitation procedures.
Enter batch information into Plex Software and manage inventory on a daily basis to ensure product is in stock and accurately counted.
Mix ingredients together and grind blocks of meat into meat grinder.
Add oils as needed per customer specifications.
Receive in Trucks and enter inventory into computer.
Unload frozen meat pallets into freezer for storage using forklift.
Clean meat room equipment throughout the day and at the end of runs to ensure sanitation of equipment is up to standards.
Work with a team to ensure products are safely processed in a timely manner.
Inspect incoming shipments of raw ingredients, ensuring they meet our quality standards.
Utilize equipment to unload trucks and accurately record ingredient specifications.
Maintain an organized inventory and perform regular checks on the storage areas to ensure freshness and compliance with safety regulations.