Production Worker - Inspector

Primal Pet Foods, Inc; Montrose (CO); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

8 Paid Company Holidays Per Year

Low-Cost Medical Insurance

Career Growth Opportunities & Ongoing 

Job summary

Primal Pet Foods, Inc. is seeking a reliable Production Worker - Inspector to set up, operate, and maintain industrial band saw equipment while ensuring product quality.

The role demands mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and safety-minded work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position requires standing for long periods, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and working in cold temperatures (30-40 degrees).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required, with at least 3 months of related experience or training.
• Ability to read a limited number of simple words and to perform basic arithmetic related to weights and quantities.
• Comfortable working in a cold environment and standing for long periods; ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain industrial band saw equipment.
• Inspect bones for metal fragments, defects, odors, and color variations.
• Ensure products meet cut specifications and temperature requirements.
• Document and report findings; perform housekeeping and equipment cleaning.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Punctuality

Reading basic words

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Industrial band saw

Job description

Company Overview

Primal Pet Foods is a leading manufacturer of fully prepared, human-grade raw foods, treats, and supplements for dogs and cats. Founded on the belief that pets deserve the same high-quality nutrition as their owners, we are committed to enhancing the health, happiness, and overall well-being of pets through wholesome, raw diets that closely mimic what animals thrive on in the wild.

Discover what makes Primal Pet Foods unique and why our team loves what we do - come see what we’re all about!

Job Summary

We are seeking a reliable, safety-focused, and motivated Production Worker - Inspector to join our production team. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining industrial band saw equipment while ensuring products meet quality and production standards. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and committed to workplace safety. This position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, perform physically demanding tasks, and work in cold-temperature conditions. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong work ethic, dependability, and a commitment to producing high-quality results while supporting overall team and production goals.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Handling/Sorting frozen bones
• Inspect for metal fragments, out of spec, odors and off-color bones
• Make sure bones are meeting cut specifications
• Check temperature on product
• Reporting and recordkeeping
• Clean machinery, tools, production tables
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Able to lift/weigh 50 lbs.
• Other duties as assigned
• Punctual and Regular Attendance Required
• Employee Must Handle to work cold Temperatures (30-40 Degrees)

Qualifications and Skills

• Less than high school education; at least 3 months related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
• Ability to add and subtract numbers and to multiply and divide and understand percentages. Ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement and quantity measurements.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequent use of hands and arms for handling materials, operating equipment, and performing machine adjustments.
• Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to lift or move items exceeding 50 pounds with assistance.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts, cold temperatures, wet conditions, vibration, and elevated noise levels.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment where hearing protection and other PPE may be required.

Preferred

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Compensation

$16.00 per hour

Schedule

Shift 1
Monday – Friday
6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Candidates must be flexible and available to work daily overtime as needed.

Why Join the Pure Treats Primal Pet Foods Team?

We take care of our employees with competitive benefits and rewarding perks, including:

• 401(k) with Company Match — up to 4%
• Attendance Incentives
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• 8 Paid Company Holidays Per Year
• Low-Cost Medical Insurance
• Competitive Dental, Vision & Supplemental Coverage
• Career Growth Opportunities & Ongoing Training
• Supportive Team Environment & Much More!

Join a company that values hard work, collaboration, and the people behind our success.