Pet Food Lead (3rd Shift)

Performance Pet Products

Long Prairie (MN)

On-site

USD 31,000 - 44,000

Full time

27 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
401(k) match

Job summary

Performance Pet Products in Minnesota is seeking a Pet Food Lead for the 3rd shift. You will lead production teams, monitor material quality, and ensure adherence to SOPs and safety standards across all activities.

The role requires 1–3 years in feed/food manufacturing with leadership experience; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus. Competitive wage with differential and comprehensive benefits is offered.

Qualifications

  • 1–3 years’ experience in feed/food manufacturing; leadership experience preferred.
  • Advanced written and verbal communication; bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
  • Possess or ability to attain a First Class B Boiler License.
  • Strong initiative and problem-solving with the ability to manage time with little supervision.
  • Ability to read and comprehend SOPs and maintain data records.
  • Experience safely operating equipment such as forklifts and skid steers; certifications preferred.
  • Willingness to work varying shifts or extra hours on short notice.
  • Ability to obtain/maintain a general driver’s license and pass MVR.
  • Ability to work in a facility processing multiple species (cows, pigs, poultry).

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership, direction, and monitor the work activities of all assigned personnel to meet daily production objectives safely.
  • Monitor and evaluate incoming raw material to ensure product quality.
  • Provide training to new/existing employees and ensure equipment SOPs are followed.
  • Troubleshoot basic issues and report incidents or downtime to leadership.
  • Ensure paperwork is completed according to SOPs and deadlines.
  • Coordinate maintenance integration into the production schedule.
  • Maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas throughout shift.
  • Perform any required duties in assigned department as needed.
  • Adhere to safety/environmental policies and maintain regular on-site attendance.
  • Be flexible to take on additional tasks or hours as needed.

Skills

Leadership experience
Bilingual English/Spanish
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Time management

Tools

Forklift operation
Skid steer operation
SOP literacy

Job description

Spanish Translation Available Below / Traducción al Español Disponible Más Abajo*

Spanish Translation Available Below / Traducción al Español Disponible Más Abajo*

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at fuillc.com to learn more!

Our Northland Choice facility in Waite Park, MN is one of three locations that manufactures frozen and fresh-chilled poultry protein-based pet food ingredients. Learn more about us here: Northland Choice - Farmers Union Industries

We are currently accepting applications for Pet Food Lead on 3rd shift! We offer a competitive starting wage of $27.13 along with a $1/Hr. night shift and a $2/Hr. weekend shift differential, and regular pay increases. We offer a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match and more!

Schedule

3rd Shift: Monday-Friday, 11:00pm - 7:00am

Additional hours may be possible on a required or voluntary basis during the week or weekend

Areas of Accountability

All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork

  • Production Efficiencies
  • Mentorship & Training
  • Safety & Quality Compliance
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership, direction, and monitor the work activities of all assigned personnel to meet daily production objectives in a safe and timely manner
  • Monitor and evaluate incoming raw material to ensure product quality
  • Provide training to new/existing employees and ensure all facility equipment is operated correctly based on machine-specific SOPs
  • Perform basic troubleshooting and communicate any accidents, threats, or downtime to leadership
  • Ensure all necessary paperwork is completed and being used according to SOPs
  • Assist in coordinating maintenance into the production schedule
  • Ensure all areas are safe, clean, and organized throughout shift to maintain safety and product quality
  • Perform any given job in assigned department, when necessary
  • Work safely, comply and enforce all company and regulatory safety/environmental policies, practices, and procedures
  • Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance

Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.

Qualifications
  • 1-3 years’ experience in feed/food manufacturing; prior leadership experience, highly preferred
  • Advanced written and verbal communication; bilingual skills (English & Spanish), a plus
  • High level of professionalism, confidentiality, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail
  • Possess or ability to attain a First Class B Boiler License
  • Strong sense of initiative and problem-solving with the ability to manage time and deadlines with little supervision
  • Ability to accurately count and complete basic math operations
  • Read and comprehend signs, labels, warnings, and company SOPs; legibly record data and write reports and correspondence
  • Experience safely operating equipment such as skid steers and forklifts, preferred; ability to pass in-house certifications
  • Understanding and operate basic computer technology
  • Willingness to work varying shifts or extra hours on short notice to fill in for an absent co-worker, accommodate a heavier than normal workload, or to assist with special projects
  • Ability to attain and/or maintain a general driver’s license and pass an MVR to drive a company vehicle
  • Ability to work in a facility that processes multiple species including cows, pigs, and poultry
Physical Requirements
  • Stand up to 100% of the workday
  • Consistently lift up to 30 pounds from waist level to/from floor; occasionally lift up to 75 pounds
  • Consistently push and/or pull heavy objects
  • Consistently bend at the waist and/or knees
  • Frequently climb stairs and/or ladders, up to 40 ft
  • Ability to work safely in wet/slippery conditions and hold/cold environments
Spanish Translation/Traducción al Espanol

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, también conocida como FUI, es una empresa líder en la fabricación de productos agrícolas con sede en Redwood Falls, Minnesota. Nuestras operaciones actuales incluyen Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors y Performance Pet Products. ¡Visite nuestro sitio web en fuillc.com para obtener más información!

Nuestra planta de Northland Choice en Waite Park, Minnesota, es una de las tres ubicaciones que fabrican ingredientes para alimentos para mascotas a base de proteína de ave, tanto congelados como refrigerados. Conozca más sobre nosotros aquí: Northland Choice - Farmers Union Industries

¡Actualmente estamos aceptando solicitudes para el puesto de lider de comida para mascotas en el tercero turno! Ofrecemos un salario inicial competitivo de $27.13, además de un diferencial de $1/hora por turno nocturno y $2/hora por turno de fin de semana, y aumentos salariales regulares. Ofrecemos un paquete de beneficios que incluye seguro médico, dental y de la vista, tiempo libre remunerado, días festivos pagados, un excelente plan de jubilación 401(k) con aportación de la empresa y mucho más.

Cronograma

3er Turno: Lunes a Viernes, de 11:00pm - 7:00am

Se pueden solicitar horas adicionales de forma obligatoria o voluntaria durante la semana o el fin de semana.

Áreas de Responsabilidad

Todas las áreas de responsabilidad se deben cumplir con GRIT: nuestros valores de Generosidad, Relaciones, Integridad y Trabajo en Equipo.

Eficiencia de Producción, Tutoría y Capacitación, Seguridad y Calidad, Cumplimiento.

Deberes y Responsabilidades Esenciales
  • Liderar, dirigir y supervisar las actividades laborales de todo el personal asignado para cumplir con los objetivos diarios de producción de forma segura y oportuna
  • Supervisar y evaluar la materia prima entrante para garantizar la calidad del producto
  • Impartir formación a los empleados nuevos y existentes y garantizar que todos los equipos de las instalaciones funcionen correctamente según los POE específicos de cada máquina
  • Realizar la resolución de problemas básicos y comunicar cualquier accidente, amenaza o tiempo de inactividad a la dirección
  • Asegurarse de que toda la documentación necesaria se complete y se utilice de acuerdo con los POE
  • Asistir a la coordinación del mantenimiento en el programa de producción
  • Asegurarse de que todas las áreas estén seguras, limpias y organizadas durante todo el turno para mantener la seguridad y la calidad del producto
  • Realizar cualquier trabajo en el departamento asignado, cuando sea necesario
  • Trabajar de forma segura, cumplir y hacer cumplir todas las políticas, prácticas y procedimientos de seguridad/ambientales, tanto reglamentarios como de la empresa
  • Mantener una asistencia regular y predecible en el lugar de trabajo

Pueden surgir situaciones que requieran que los empleados asuman temporal o permanentemente la responsabilidad de tareas no descritas específicamente en esta descripción del puesto. Se les puede solicitar a los empleados que trabajen horas adicionales o que se adapten a una carga de trabajo superior a la normal.

Calificaciones
  • De 1 a 3 años de experiencia en la fabricación de alimentos y piensos; se valorará la experiencia previa en liderazgo
  • Se valorará la comunicación oral y escrita avanzada; se valorará el bilingüismo, Inglés y Español
  • Se valorará un alto nivel de profesionalismo, confidencialidad, habilidades interpersonales y atención al detalle
  • Se requiere o se requiere la capacidad de obtener una Licencia de Caldera de Primera Clase B
  • Se valorará un fuerte sentido de iniciativa y capacidad para resolver problemas, con capacidad para gestionar el tiempo y los plazos con poca supervisión
  • Se valorará la capacidad de contar con precisión y realizar operaciones matemáticas básicas
  • Se valorará la lectura y comprensión de señales, etiquetas, advertencias y procedimientos operativos estándar (POE) de la empresa; se valorará el registro legible de datos y la redacción de informes y correspondencia
  • Se valorará la experiencia en la operación segura de equipos como minicargadoras y montacargas. Capacidad para aprobar certificaciones internas
  • Comprender y operar tecnología informática básica
  • Disposición a trabajar en turnos variables u horas extras con poca antelación para reemplazar a un compañero ausente, adaptarse a una carga de trabajo mayor de lo normal o ayudar con proyectos especiales
  • Capacidad para obtener o mantener una licencia de conducir general y aprobar un MVR para conducir un vehículo de la empresa
  • Capacidad para trabajar en una instalación que procesa de varias especies, incluyendo vacas, cerdos y aves de corral
Requisitos Físicos
  • Permanecer de pie el 100% de la jornada laboral
  • Levantar constantemente hasta 13.6 kg desde la altura de la cintura hasta el suelo; ocasionalmente levantar hasta 34 kg
  • Empujar o jalar objetos pesados constantemente
  • Doblar constantemente la cintura o las rodillas
  • Subir escaleras o escalas de hasta 12 m con frecuencia
  • Capacidad para trabajar de forma segura en condiciones húmedas o resbaladizas y en entornos fríos o húmedos
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