2nd Shift Dryer Operator

Brainerd, MN
Full Time
Mid Level

About Barrett 
Located in the heart of central Minnesota, Barrett Petfood develops super premium pet food diets from emerging brands to market leaders in the industry. Our family-owned, nimble execution and continuous innovation takes pet food manufacturing, packaging and distribution to differentiating levels. With a relationship focus and a family feel, we offer many career opportunities throughout our process.  

Purpose: Dryer Operator
This position is responsible for operating dryers used to bake kibble, conducting quality testing, and applying troubleshooting to ensure product meets customer specifications.

Attributes:
  • Organization & Time Management 
  • Attention to Detail
  • Communication
  • Forward Planning & Strategic Thinking
  • Problem Solving 
Responsibilities:
  • Start Dryer, verify airlocks & switches are on and vibe bed is plugged in
  • Test kibble every 15 minutes using the Foss Machine (grinds the kibble down to a powder) to take samples and record results 
  • Conduct paperwork for moisture, temp, & lot information in Plex (ERP system)
  • Make dryer adjustments if the kibble is not in spec
  • Aerate totes if moisture is out of range & notify cooling room 
  • Communicate often with maintenance, quality, and extruder operators
  • Conduct cleaning daily
Hours:
Monday - Friday 2:00pm - 10:30pm


Salary: 
$20.50 per hour


Benefits: 
  • Company Paid Medical Insurance
  • Affordable Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • 401K with a Company Match up to 4%
  • Paid Time Off
  • 7 Paid Holidays
  • Free Petfood
Disclaimer 
This job description is not a complete description of responsibility, but reflects the general qualifications, duties and/or responsibilities necessary to perform this position. Barrett reserves the right to revise the job description as circumstances warrant.

 
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