Little Falls Raw Ingredient Receiver

Barrett Petfood•Little Falls, MN

3d•$22 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Barrett Petfood is hiring a full-time Raw Ingredient Receiver for an onsite role in Little Falls. The position is part of a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is responsible for receiving and inspecting incoming raw materials, ensuring they meet quality standards, and helping keep ingredient inventory accurate. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with a pay range of $22.00 to $25.50 per hour. The receiver coordinates with suppliers, monitors shipments, documents material condition and quantity, and promptly addresses discrepancies. The role uses safety practices and equipment to unload and store ingredients efficiently, maintains a clean and organized workspace, and communicates daily with production to align ingredient needs. The position supports a high-performance workplace focused on safety, quality, innovation, integrity, problem-solving, and customer-centricity. Physical work takes place in a manufacturing facility and includes handling materials and accessing elevated work areas.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail when inspecting and documenting incoming materials.
Excellent organizational skills to manage inventory and maintain an efficient workflow.
Strong communication skills for working with suppliers and team members.
Problem-solving mindset.
Commitment to following safety procedures.
Adaptability to changing priorities and ingredient demands.
Physical stamina for handling materials and performing manufacturing-environment tasks.
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 a manufacturing environment.
Ability to routinely and safely climb and descend stairs and ladders, including to access elevated work areas and equipment.
Ability to safely operate or work from a scissor lift.
Ability to maintain balance and stability on elevated platforms, stairs, ladders, and uneven or wet surfaces.
Ability to work in varying conditions, including hot, cold, wet, humid, noisy, or temperature-fluctuating areas.

Responsibilities

Receive and inspect incoming raw materials to ensure quality standards are met.
Coordinate with suppliers and monitor incoming shipments.
Maintain accurate inventory records and document the condition and quantity of materials.
Address discrepancies in shipments or materials promptly.
Use safety best practices while operating equipment to unload and store ingredients.
Collaborate with team members to maintain a clean and organized workspace.
Communicate with the production team about ingredient needs.
Access elevated equipment and production areas for inspection, verification, and environmental or sanitation sampling as needed.