Production Operator I - 2nd Shift (S1282)

$19.00/hour with $1.00/hour shift differential 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday 2 PM - 10:30 PM, OT & Weekends as needed Benefits MedicalDentalVisionShort Term DisabilityLong Term DisabilityLife InsuranceAD & DPaid Parental Leave401k About The Wellness Pet Company The Wellness Pet Company is on a mission to help the next generation of pet parents fulfill a shared life of wellbeing with their pets through a foundation of proven nutrition. We are committed to crafting high-quality pet food, dental chews, treats, and topper recipes that are made with the perfect balance of high-quality natural ingredients paired with the latest scientific research and technologies. As a community of people working together, Wellies are positively obsessed with how to deliver proven health outcomes that pet parents can see and pets can taste. Wellies bring their best to work every day, come ready to collaborate, embrace the hard things, and own their outcomes. What You’ll Accomplish Working with a dedicated team with a customer focusSafe operation of manufacturing equipment for self and othersCreation of Wellness products Who We’re Looking For Team Wellie is a group of people who are truly obsessed with all the best ways about winning for the consumer and the pets they love. And so, we are seeking an individual who: Always starts with the consumerIs dedicated to doing it right the first timeBrings their best every dayHas an “all-in” mindsetEmbraces the hard things and does them right awayOwns their outcomesGives back to their community In addition, for this specific role, we need someone who: Has a background with food manufacturingHigh School Education or equivalent Why Wellness Pet? We care about the wellbeing of our people, their families, and their pets. We treat every Wellie to a best-in-class benefits package, a warm and welcoming environment, and a place where you can learn and grow professionally. More information about what makes us special can be found on our website. The Wellness Pet Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We foster an inclusive work environment and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status. Position Summary Production Operator I is a full-time hourly position responsible for processing and packaging of treats, blended products, and meat, fulfilling customer orders, cleaning, organizing, and assisting in other areas as needed. Duties And Responsibilities Production Accurately mix, produce, and package products according to production schedules and company standards of quality and food safetyCommunicate with leadership to ensure efficient and timely delivery of all customer ordersSafely operate all machinery required to perform daily dutiesHelp to anticipate, identify and correct system breakdowns and process improvements to achieve maximum customer service and satisfaction with production efficiencyCommunicate equipment and safety issues and recommendations for improvementsAbility to perform in various areas of production as neededResponsible for properly completing proper documentation related to safety, quality and productionResponsible for successfully operating production equipment for area of responsibilityResponsible for meeting daily performance standards and schedulesRequired to use computer for entering performance standards and printing necessary paperwork Cleaning and Organizing Follow and maintain daily cleaning and maintenance scheduleAssist with maintaining organized, clean and safe work areas and equipmentSweep, dust and mopDispose of waste in proper receptacles (trash, recycling and compost)Wear proper safety equipment and follow safety rules Training and Leadership Assist in training and welcoming new employeesContribute to efficiencies, problem-solving and process improvementsMaintain professional level of attendance, attitude and behaviorMaintaining safety, quality and production standards within your responsible areas Safety Completes safety system documentation and verifies compliance to program standards. Reports deviations to the Production Supervisor.Responsible to participate in mandatory safety training program requirements.Required to report all safety issues, near misses, and injuries. Quality & Food Safety Completes quality and food safety system documentation and verifies compliance to program standards. Reports deviations to the Production Supervisor.Responsible to participate in mandatory food safety and quality training program requirements.Preserves the integrity of the BRC system through adherence to the policies and procedures outlined in the Quality Policy Manual. Takes actions necessary to resolve food safety and quality system deficiencies.Required to report food safety and quality system failures and take actions necessary to preserve the BRC system. Position Requirements Required to lift up to 60 lbsRegularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facilityExposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, odors, fumes and oilsCross train in other departmentsOther duties as assigned Wellness Pet Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or Veteran status.