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North Freeze Dry · 3 weeks ago

PACKAGING UTILITY OPERATOR - 2ND SHIFT

Little Falls, MN

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$18/hr - $21/hr

0+ years exp

North Freeze Dry is a U.S.-based co-manufacturer specializing in freeze-dried companion animal food and treats. The Packaging Utility Operator is responsible for supporting and backing up operators in the packaging process, ensuring compliance with quality standards and operational manuals.

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Responsibilities

Produces the required quantity of batched recipes within established specifications and tolerances and according to production plan

Inspects dry ingredient materials and other raw materials, as well as in process materials as necessary ensuring compliance with function, quality, and recipe specifications

Maintains logs and records of units produced including a record of errors resulting in rejected/discarded materials

Perform pre-operational equipment, preventative maintenance tasks, and process inspections

Perform quality and sanitation functions per Quality Program and Master Sanitation Schedule

Report maintenance and quality opportunities with shift supervisors and/or managers

Interface with plant ERP system to assure inventory control, lot traceability, and tracking

Maintains a clean, safe, orderly work area

Supports Packaging Operator, learning their role and providing a variety of tasks both mechanical and manual in nature

Back-up Packaging Operator and perform Packaging Operator tasks

Responsible for case filling, manual palletization, packaging, bagging, case labeling, bag lot coding, case check weighing, sanitation and supporting operators

Operate all equipment both manual and automatic associated with packaging, including palletization, case filling, packaging, conveyors/scales, etc

Responsible for housekeeping of the packaging machine(s), and plant area. (e.g., sweeping, removing trash, cleaning the machine at the end of the shift, preparing for next shift's production)

Check for the cleanliness of equipment

Finalize any paperwork during shift in an accurate, clear, and concise manner

Utilize ERP System for moving in-process materials and products into and out of inventory

Follow all quality guidelines, Master Sanitation Schedules, and maintain a food-safe, sanitary environment

Support other lines, as necessary

Dispose of waste materials and other items as required

Operate forklift as necessary

Support other process functions as necessary during the day to maximize efficiency of plant

Execute the North Freeze Dry Vision, Mission, and Values (VMV’s) at all times

Promote a positive, proactive environment where input from team members is valued and encouraged

Provide back-up support for other roles, as necessary

Available for overtime on a scheduled or call-in/call-back basis, as necessary

Other duties as assigned by the manager/supervisor

Qualification

Forklift operationFood safety proceduresManufacturing experienceMechanical inclinationFollowing instructionsTeamworkAdaptability

Required

High School diploma or equivalent

Ability to follow proper food safety, quality and workplace safety procedures and requirements

Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instruction

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a team environment

Ability to lift to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods of time

Work well in a team environment

Mechanically inclined, drive yourself to continually grow and develop your role

Ability to adapt and accommodate change

Preferred

(6) months working experience in a manufacturing/production facility

Forklift certification preferred, or willing to obtain

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance including employees, child(ren), spouse and family coverage.

Ancillary benefits include Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage.

401(K) Program available with a company match up to 4%.

Paid Time Off accruing on your first day and Paid Personal Days.

7 Company Paid Holidays.