Primal Pet Foods is a Fairfield, California-based manufacturer of fully prepared, human-grade raw foods and treats for dogs and cats. Primal Pet Foods was founded with the goal of improving the quality of life and overall health and happiness of pets through wholesome raw foods that mimic the diet of animals in the wild. We are looking for reliable and motivated people to join our fast-paced, growing Primal Team!
Job Summary
This position is responsible for operating a specified machine within the facility. Starts operates, tends, stops, and cleans machines. Follow written and verbal instructions to ensure safety, GMP, quality, and efficiency standards are always being met. Inspect products to ensure high quality and compliance with company standards and procedures. Assume responsibility for production-related support, line checks, safety, quality, equipment preventive maintenance, and effective communication relevant to shift, department, and plant performance.
Pay Rate
$19.00
After 90 days $19.50
Plus shift differential +$1.00 on 2nd shift
Schedule
Monday through Friday
2nd shift- Start time 2:30pm
Candidates must be flexible to work daily overtime and 6th-day overtime as needed.
Responsibilities And Duties
Startup and stop equipment
Document, coordinate, communicate and report Machine information and malfunctions to appropriate personnel
Perform production line checks for reporting purposes
Must have functional knowledge of all equipment with regards to coordinating, change-over, CIP, monitor, and operating Machines, Conveyors, Scales, Lube Systems, and other machine-related functions to maximize the quality of products produced and the efficiency of the department
Maintain a clean and organized workstation
Perform routine operator-designated preventive maintenance on all area equipment
Perform a variety of quality checks to assure standards are met
Troubleshoot and resolve basic operating difficulties involving area equipment
Adhere to all Quality Assurance guidelines
Follow SOPs to make machine adjustments, splice packaging material, and prepare the machine to ensure the manufacturing of high-quality pouches
Must be responsible for compliance with the HACCP program
Responsible for accurate documentation
Assist with production as needed
Load and unload items from machines, carts, and dollies
Feed or place items onto equipment for processing
Measure and pour ingredients
Turn valves to regulate the flow of liquids or gas
Measure, mix and pour ingredients
Mark parts for identification
Place equipment on the conveyor belt for further processing
Scrape waste material from the machine
Load and unload processing equipment
Package finished products
Pour materials into the machine hopper
Efficiently and safely move product to the proper area for use following all department and QA procedures
Sorting, wrapping, packing, repacking as needed.
Return raw materials, WIP or packaging materials to the respective department or location in accordance with the department’s procedures for receiving and returning materials
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications And Skills
Less than high school education; at least 3 months related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. Ability to print and speak simple sentences
Ability to add and subtract numbers and to multiply and divide and understand percentages. Ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement and quantity measurements
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
Must be punctual and regular attendance is required.
Experience with high-speed packaging and filling equipment required. Strong troubleshooting and basic mechanical skills are required.
Food industry experience and knowledge of GMPs are a must
While performing the duties of this job, you will be required to stand and walk; use hands to feel; and reach with arms. Occasionally required to sit and talk or hear. Required to lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance. Additionally, you must be able to lift and or move more than 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include peripheral vision. You will be regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme cold, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Why join the Primal Pack?
Primal offers great benefits and perks such as:
401k with Company match up to 4%
Paid vacation and sick hours
Paid company holidays, 8 per year
Low-cost medical insurance
Competitive dental, vision, and supplemental insurance. Plus, discounted pet insurance!
Internal Career opportunities, training, and much more!
Primal Pet Group is a Drug Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Internet Publishing
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