Meat room Laborer

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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.

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Join Barrett Petfood as a Full Time Raw Ingredient Associate in Little Falls, Minnesota, where your problem-solving skills will shine while working alongside a dedicated team in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This onsite role offers the excitement of contributing directly to our customer-centric mission and innovative product development. Salary range $21.00/hr - $24.50/hr

Available Schedules:

1st SHIFT MON - FRI 6AM - 230PM

2ND SHIFT MON - FRI 2PM-1030PM (+$1.50/HR SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL)

3RD SHIFT MON - FRI 10PM-630AM (+$3.00/HR SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL)

4TH SHIFT THURS, SAT, SUN 6AM-6PM (+$4.00/HR SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL)

Work in a high-performance culture that values integrity and encourages continuous improvement. Be part of a team that not only values your input but also makes a direct impact on the food we provide for pets. Take the next step in your career and apply today to become an essential part of the Barrett Petfood family!

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Chip frozen meat blocks apart
• Run Meat Blocks through meat processing equipment
• Mix ingredients together
• Add oils as needed per customer specifications
• Clean Meat Room equipment throughout shift and at the end of runs to ensure sanitation of equipment is up to standards
• Work with a team to ensure product is safely processed in a timely manner
• Use forklift to unload shipments into freezer and stage product for processing when needed

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.

Are you the Raw Ingredient Associate we're looking for?

To excel as a Raw Ingredient Associate at Barrett Petfood, you will need a strong foundation in attention to detail and organization. Being observant is crucial for inspecting raw materials and ensuring they meet quality standards. Effective communication skills are necessary to collaborate with team members and relay important information regarding ingredient status and any issues that may arise. A proactive attitude toward problem-solving will serve you well, as you will often need to think on your feet and suggest improvements to processes. Additionally, a commitment to safety practices and a willingness to learn about industry regulations will contribute to your success.

Physical stamina and the ability to work in a dynamic environment are essential, as you will be active throughout your shift, engaging in various tasks that support the production of high-quality pet food.

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If this sounds like the right job for you, don't wait - apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you!

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.