Stage 1 Production Team Member

Big Country Raw; Smithville; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Afternoon premium: $1/hour

Health and dental coverage

Company performance bonus

Safety boot allowance

Pet feeding program

Team events and perks

Job summary

Big Country Raw is seeking a Production Team Member for the Stage 1 - Grinding Department. You will contribute to producing premium raw dog food and support dogs across Canada. The role follows an afternoon schedule and requires reliable transport.

Starting wage is $21.50/hour with progression to $22.25 at 6 months and $23.00 at 12 months, plus group insurance, a company bonus, and other perks. You’ll work on a fast-paced line with safety-focused protocols.

Qualifications

• Mature and reliable candidate.
• Experience with heavy lifting and repetitive motion.
• Ability to work the afternoon shift and stand for long periods.
• Willingness to work in wet/cold conditions and near moving parts.
• Must have reliable transportation; not located near public transit.

Responsibilities

• Operate the grinding production line to process raw pet food.
• Follow production directions with minimal supervision.
• Transfer meat to the line and load into grinder.
• Check products for quality specifications and information accuracy.
• Keep work area and equipment clean by following procedures and safety rules.

Skills

Line work

Machinery operation

Quality checks

Heavy lifting

Safety awareness

Reliability

Team collaboration

Job description

Are you passionate about pets and looking for a hands-on role where your work directly supports the health and happiness of dogs across the country? Join our team as a Production Team Member in our Stage 1 - Grinding Department, where you’ll help prepare premium raw dog food that pet parents trust and dogs love.

This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with a close-knit team, and prefers an afternoon schedule.

Shift: Monday to Friday from 3:00pm-11:00pm.

This role is eligible for a wage progression: Starting rate is $21.50/hour, $22.25 at 6 months, $23 at 12 months and annual reviews thereafter. This role is also eligible for Group Insurance Benefits, a Company Performance Bonus, Discounted Pet Food, Employee Events, and more.

What You’ll Do:

Contribute to the production team by working on a production line to process raw pet food in an efficient, safety-minded manner. Follow directions closely to complete the required tasks with minimal supervision. This job requires reliable transportation and flexibility as we often require early start times, and it is not located near public transit.

The ideal candidate will be mature and reliable, and have the capacity for heavy lifting and repetitive motion. This work environment is fast-paced and sometimes includes wet/cold conditions, slippery surfaces, and moving mechanical parts.

What You Bring:

• Work at various stations on the line in the grinding stage of production
• Transfer meat to the line and load into grinder
• Operate and maintain machinery to grind meat according to precise recipes and directions
• Check products to ensure they meet quality specifications
• Check information on product for completeness and accuracy
• Keep equipment and work area clean by following cleaning processes and procedures
• Follow all Health and Safety rules, policies and procedures

Why People (and their pets) Love Working Here!

• Afternoon Premium Eligible: $1/ hour
• Benefits package including health and dental coverage
• Company Performance Bonus Program
• Safety Boot Allowance
• Pet Feeding Program (an employee favourite!)
• Fun team events and employee perks throughout the year, including Bagel Fridays