Weekend 1st Shift Packaging Operator

Little Falls, MN
Full Time
Packaging
Mid Level


 

$1,000 Sign on Bonus!


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: Packaging Operator   

Packaging Operators will be responsible for ensuring that the packaging process goes smoothly and efficiently by closely monitoring and supporting their packaging team. Leading by example in all areas of Safety, Quality and Performance is a must.  

Attributes 

  • Problem Solving
  • Computer Skills
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Mechanically inclined
  • Detail Oriented  
  • Communication 
  • Organization & Time management  

Responsibilities:  

  • Set packaging line to machine centerlines and confirm setup is set to the correct product  

  • Set dog food bags to the correct centerlines 

  • Drive quality through monitoring and validating that the product is within standards, checking paperwork, and ensuring the product is correct 

  • Conduct & record metal, weight, seals, and lot code checks.  

  • Verify cleans are accurate by assigning duties to others on the line, filling out quality documents, and ensuring it is completed in a timely manner 

  • Manage and direct team members on the same line on their break times  

  • Communicate with material handlers on upcoming jobs so it is an easy transition 

  • Communicates packaging needs with packaging Supervisor as necessary  

  • Notifies Packaging Supervisor of any Safety, Quality, or Production escalation issues 

  • Support troubleshooting of equipment to ensure that daily throughput requirements are met 

  • Notify maintenance if the packaging line breaks 

Job Requirements:  

  • Prolonged periods of standing and walking through the factory.  
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times.  
  • Must be able to bend, Stoop, and reach

Hours: Weekend- Every, Saturday, and Sunday and 1 swing day during the week
             6am - 6pm

Compensation: $23.50 Per Hour

Benefits

  • Company Paid Medical   

  • Affordable Dental & Vision  

  • Life Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability  

  • 401k with Company Match   

  • 7 Paid Holidays  

  • Paid Time Off  

  • Wellness Program  

  • Parental Leave  

  • Free Pet Food  

  • Opportunities for Advancement! 

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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