Brainerd Mill QA Tech Multiple shifts available

Barrett Petfood; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

7 paid holidays

Employee discounts

Complimentary pet food

Company events

Job summary

Barrett Petfood is seeking a Full-Time Quality Mill Tech in Brainerd, MN. Onsite role with competitive hourly pay and shift differentials. You will inspect grains, verify specs, and perform lab tests to ensure product quality and safety.

The position emphasizes teamwork, meticulous record-keeping, and adherence to GMPs across departments. Openings on Mon–Fri across 2 shifts with differential pay. Company benefits include medical (company paid), dental, vision, 401(k) match, life insurance and

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in basic math, biology and chemistry to assess product quality.
• Keen attention to detail to identify deviations from GMPs and safety protocols.
• Effective teamwork and communication across departments to uphold quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and sample incoming grains and raw materials for quality and contamination risks.
• Verify flour grind specifications.
• Perform analytical testing (GA analysis, mycotoxin screening).
• Maintain lab equipment and cleanliness.
• Monitor CCPs and preventive controls.
• Document and review production records for accuracy and compliance.
• Investigate non-conformances and support corrective actions.

Skills

Basic math

Biology

Chemistry

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

MEDICAL INSURANCE 100% ON US!
Great careers start with great benefits!

Join the Barrett Petfood family and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical (company paid), dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) with company match; life insurance; health savings account; paid time off; seven paid holidays; employee discounts; complimentary pet food; and fun, company-sponsored events.
Join Barrett Petfood as a Full-Time Quality Mill Tech and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to producing top-tier pet food products. Located in the scenic Brainerd, MN, this onsite position offers the opportunity to work in a lively environment where innovation and safety are prioritized. Your expertise will play a crucial role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards, and you'll be part of a culture that values problem-solving and customer-centricity. With a competitive pay range of $21.50 - $25.00 per hour, depending on experience and shift differential. Each day presents new challenges, allowing you to showcase your skills and grow in an exciting industry.

Openings Available Mon - Fri On 2 Shifts

• 2ND SHIFT: 2PM - 1030PM (+$1.50/hr shift differential)
• 3RD SHIFT: 10PM - 630AM (+$3.00/hr shift differential)

Are you the Quality Mill Tech we're looking for?

To excel as a Quality Mill Technician at Barrett Petfood, you'll need a strong foundation in basic math, biology, and chemistry to accurately assess and analyze product quality. A keen attention to detail is essential for identifying deviations from our strict GMPs and safety protocols, ensuring that every ingredient and finished product adheres to our high standards. Effective teamwork and communication skills are crucial, as you'll collaborate with various departments to promote a culture of quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and sample incoming grains and raw materials for quality and contamination risks
• Verify flour grind specifications
• Sample collection and testing. Perform analytical testing (GA analysis, mycotoxin screening)
• Maintain lab equipment and cleanliness
• Monitor critical control points (CCPs) and preventive controls
• Document and review production records for accuracy and compliance
• Investigate non-conformances and support corrective actions
• Ensures and verifies that plant departments and employees are adhering to the quality standards and guidelines of the company.
• Actively monitors, and enforces company GMP's
• Prepare and maintain departmental forms and documents. Monitor the completion of paperwork by other departments.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking through the factory.
• Ability to safely climb and descend stairs and ladders as required to perform essential job functions.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times.

NOTICE - BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

Barrett Petfood is committed to a safe workplace for all of our employees.
In connection with your employment with the Company, notice is hereby given that a consumer report and/or investigative consumer report may be obtained from a consumer reporting agency for employment purposes. These reports may contain information about your character, general reputation, personal characteristics and mode of living, whichever are applicable. They may involve personal interviews with sources such as your neighbors, friends or associates. The reports may also contain information about you relating to your criminal history, credit history, driving and/or motor vehicle records, education or employment history or other background checks.
You have the right, upon written request made within a reasonable time after the receipt of this notice, to request disclosure of the nature and scope of any investigative consumer report. The scope of this notice and authorization is not limited to the present and, if you are hired, will continue throughout the course of your employment and allow the Company to conduct future screenings for retention, promotion or reassignment, as permitted by law unless revoked by you in writing.

Salary: $21.50 - $25.00 per hour