Production Operator - Night Shift (NE)

About the role

Join Golden Pet Manufacturing, a leader in creating nutritionally-dense, thoughtfully-sourced pet food solutions. This is a night-shift Production Operator position located in Seward, NE.

Responsibilities

• Work safely, complying with all safety, quality, and sanitation policies and procedures; proactively identify and report potential safety hazards.
• Adhere to the production schedule as outlined by the supply chain team and collect data for delays.
• Perform required quality checks and continuously monitor product quality throughout the manufacturing process.
• Operate all equipment according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), including setup and breakdown; notify maintenance of mechanical issues and assist with basic troubleshooting.
• Cross-train in various positions within and possibly outside the department.
• Move products manually or with assisted devices/equipment while following food safety and sanitary standards.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and 5S practices; maintain hygiene and housekeeping in your work area.

Qualifications

Note: These qualifications are preferred, not required. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of them.

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work well both individually and within a team.
• Willingness to work all shifts/schedules as needed.
• Capability to lift up to 60 pounds, climb stairs, kneel, stoop, sit, and walk extensively during a 10–12-hour shift.
• Ability to work frequently indoors in a cooled, sanitary environment with temperatures at or below 45 degrees.
• Comfort working around loud production equipment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: 100% of premiums covered for medical, dental, and vision plans (employee-only).
• Charitable impact: Opportunity to contribute to global communities through company-sponsored charity donations (over $6.1 million donated to date).
• Well-being support: 6 paid sick and mental health days, an Employee Assistance Program, and additional mental health benefits.
• Retirement savings: 401k matching up to 3.5% of contributions; Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company-funded retirement contributions.
• Education: Tuition reimbursement program for eligible expenses.
• Company culture: Events like team picnics and ice cream socials to foster connections and work-life balance.