Little Falls Packaging Laborer

Barrett Petfood; Little Falls (MN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Seven paid holidays

Employee discounts

Company-sponsored events

Job summary

Barrett Petfood in Little Falls, Minnesota, is hiring a Full-Time Packager to join our on-site production team. You will pack pet food products, ensure safety and quality, and help keep the packaging line efficient. Competitive hourly pay and a supportive, high-energy culture await.

Shift options include 2nd and 3rd with differential pay; physical work and teamwork are essential as you help deliver high-quality products that our customers and pets love.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and work in a manufacturing setting.
• Shifts available: 2nd and 3rd with differential pay.

Responsibilities

• Pack and seal pet food products with accuracy and efficiency.
• Inspect packaging for quality and correct labeling.
• Collaborate with team to meet production schedules and safety standards.
• Support line maintenance by clearing jams and keeping area clean.
• Record checks on weight, seals, and lot codes as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Packaging operations

Job description

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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 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 $17.50 - $21.00 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

Shifts Available

• 2ND SHIFT Monday - Friday, 2PM to 1030 PM (+$1.50/HR SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL)
• 3RD SHIFT Monday -Friday, 10PM - 630AM (+$3.00/HR SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL)

Physical requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the manufacturing facility.
• Must be able 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.
• Climb and descend stairs and ladders safely and routinely, including accessing elevated work areas and equipment.
• Ability to safely operate or work from a scissor lift to access elevated equipment and production areas for inspection, verification, and environmental or sanitation sampling
• Maintain balance and stability while working on elevated platforms, stairs, ladders, and uneven or wet surfaces, as applicable.
• Work in varying environmental conditions, including areas that may be hot, cold, wet, humid, noisy, or subject to temperature fluctuations.

Our team needs you!

We believe in taking care of our team, both on and off the job. That's why we offer a mobile-friendly application process.

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: $17.50 - $21.00 per hour