LF Packaging Laborer

Barrett Petfood; Little Falls (MN); On-site; USD 34,320 - 38,480; 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-sponsored events

Job summary

Barrett Petfood in Little Falls, Minnesota, is hiring a Full-Time Packager to join our onsite production team. You will help package pet food, ensure quality and safety, label correctly, and work with teammates to meet production goals.

The role offers a Monday–Friday schedule from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, a competitive pay range of $16.50–$18.50 per hour, and a benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail to inspect packaging and ensure quality.
• Excellent communication to collaborate with team.
• Safety-focused mindset to maintain a secure workplace.

Responsibilities

• Packager duties: package pet food products to meet safety and quality standards.
• Inspect packaging for errors and properly label products.
• Collaborate with team to maintain production schedules.
• Keep the packaging line clean.
• Assist in clearing jams and supporting operator in packaging functions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Communication

Job description

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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 the Barrett Petfood team as a Full-Time Packager in Little Falls, Minnesota, where you’ll play a crucial role in delivering high-quality pet food that enhances the lives of pets and their owners. Working onsite, you’ll not only contribute to a product that reflects our values of integrity and customer-centricity but also become part of a fun and high-performance culture. With a competitive pay range of $16.50 - $18.50 per hour, you will find that your hard work is recognized and rewarded. Embrace the opportunity to innovate and problem-solve in a dynamic environment while being surrounded by passionate team members. If you have a knack for ensuring safety and quality, this position is your chance to make a direct impact in an industry that celebrates creativity and customer satisfaction.

Your day to day as a Packager

As a new Packager at Barrett Petfood, you can expect a dynamic day-to-day experience focused on quality and efficiency. Your primary responsibilities will include carefully packaging pet food products, ensuring that all items meet safety and quality standards. Attention to detail is essential, as you\'ll be required to inspect packaging for errors and properly label products. You’ll collaborate closely with team members, promoting a customer-centric approach while adhering to production schedules. Safety protocols will be at the forefront of your daily routine, ensuring a secure work environment.

• Working with a team to ensure pet food is packaged in an efficient, timely, and quality manner
• Support operator by filling & sealing bags and watching machine run and alerting operator if issues arise
• Keep the packaging line clean
• Assist in clearing jams from the bundler
• Assist operator in all packaging functions
• Assist in conducting & recording metal, weight, seals, and lot code checks as needed

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking through the factory.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times.

Your expected work schedule will be Monday through Friday, from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, providing you with a consistent routine while allowing you to enjoy your evenings and weekends. Embrace the opportunity to grow in a supportive, high-performance culture that values teamwork and innovation.

What Matters Most

To thrive as a Packager at Barrett Petfood, several key skills will set you up for success in this fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail is crucial, as you\'ll be responsible for inspecting packaging and ensuring that all products meet our high-quality standards. Excellent communication skills will facilitate collaboration with your team, emphasizing our core value of customer-centricity.

Problem-solving abilities are also important, as you may encounter packaging challenges that require quick and effective solutions. A focus on safety will help you maintain a secure workspace, fostering a culture of care and integrity. Additionally, a strong work ethic and the ability to perform well under pressure will enable you to meet production goals efficiently.

By embodying these skills, you\'ll contribute to our innovative team and help deliver exceptional pet food products.

Our team needs you!

We believe in taking care of our team, both on and off the job.

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: $16.50 - $18.50 per hour

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