2nd Shift Mill Assistant Operator

Barrett Petfood; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mill Operator to join their dynamic team in Minnesota. This role involves monitoring equipment, ensuring ingredient accuracy, and facilitating effective communication across shifts. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong attention to detail, organization, and interpersonal skills. With a focus on innovation and quality, this company offers a supportive work culture and a range of benefits, including company-paid medical and a generous hire-on bonus. If you're ready to contribute to a family-owned business that values its employees, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Company Paid Medical

Affordable Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability

401k with Company Match

7 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Free Pet Food

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and facilitate shift communication.
• Must be proficient in computer skills and work in varying environments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor equipment controls and communicate ingredient needs.
• Use the Mill computer for loading formulas and verifying blends.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Organization & Time Management

Delegation

Computer competency

Interpersonal Skills

Tools

Forklift

Boom Lift

Mill Computer

Job description

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About Barrett

Located in the heart of central Minnesota, Barrett Petfood develops super premium pet food diets from emerging brands to market leaders in the industry. Our family-owned, nimble execution and continuous innovation take pet food manufacturing, packaging, and distribution to differentiating levels. With a relationship focus and a family feel, we offer many career opportunities throughout our process.

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Purpose: Mill Operator

The Mill Operator is responsible for monitoring equipment controls that grind raw materials into flour and communicating with others on the team to ensure all ingredients are correct and ready for use.

Attributes

• Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Organization & Time Management
• Delegation
• Computer competency
• Interpersonal Skills

Responsibilities

• Use the Mill computer to load formulas, input recipes, and verify blend sheets
• Communicate with Bulk Material Handler when ingredients are needed
• Communicate with the Setup Specialist on micro bin set up
• Monitor overhead bins based on the schedule
• Check and verify mill schedule and contact the Mill Supervisor or Mill Coordinator if issues arise
• Track overhead level
• Will be the designated person to contact Quality, Maintenance, Supervisor or Coordinator when issues occur
• Plan upcoming runs by looking ahead on the schedule so we have ingredients prepared
• Assist with toting out, filling micro bins, material handling, and hand adds
• Receive prior shift pass down and relay that information to current shift

Job Requirements:

• Willing and able to lift up to 75 lbs
• Ability to efficiently facilitate shift to shift communication
• Able to work with a team and independently
• Must be able to use forklift and boom lift
• CDL is a plus
• Proficient in computer skills including email
• Work in an uncontrolled cold/hot dusty environment

Hours:

• Monday - Thursday
• 5pm - 4am

Compensation:

• 2nd Shift: $26.50 per hour

Benefits

• Company Paid Medical
• Affordable Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability
• 401k with Company Match
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Program
• Free Pet Food

Disclaimer

This job description is not a complete description of responsibility, but reflects the general qualifications, duties and/or responsibilities necessary to perform this position. Barrett reserves the right to revise the job description as circumstances warrant.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Internet Publishing