North Freeze Dry · 1 day ago
Weekend Packaging Material Handler 12-hr day shift
Little Falls, MN
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$23/hr - $26/hr
0+ years expNorth Freeze Dry, LLC is a U.S.-based co-manufacturer that produces freeze-dried companion animal food and treats. The Weekend Packaging Material Handler role involves supporting the packaging area by bringing products to the line and ensuring quality and efficiency in production processes.
RetailFood and BeveragePetFood ProcessingWholesale
Responsibilities
Produces the required quantity of batched recipes within established specifications and tolerances and according to production plan
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
Responsible for bringing product & packaging materials to the packaging line
Load and unload the hopper feeding the packaging line
Utilize ERP system for moving in process materials, finished products and finished goods into and out of inventory
Place wrapped pallets in the warehouse racking
Ability to read and prepare materials according to daily production orders
Print labels and stickers to be placed on finished product pallets
Support in the absence of Warehouse Material Handler, loading & unloading materials and or products
Follow all quality guidelines, Master Sanitation Schedules and maintain food-safe, sanitary environment
Inspect forklift per inspection schedule and clean/upkeep equipment/forklifts as needed
Follow all workplace safety guidelines
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
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Self-motivated with ability to allow constructive feedback to grow in position
Ability to follow proper food safety, quality and workspace safety procedures and requirements
Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a team environment
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and stand for an extended period
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 preferred
Forklift experience (6+ months preferred), training provided, must be willing to obtain
Benefits
401(K) Program available with a company match up to 4% after 1,000 hours worked.
Earn sick and safe time 1 hour for every 30 hours worked up to 48 hours a year.
Company
North Freeze Dry
North Freeze Dry co-manufactures freeze-dried pet food and treats for various brands.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase