Production Utility Float

About the role

Join Barrett Petfood as a Production Utility team member and step into an exciting role where your contributions directly impact the quality of our pet food manufacturing process. This onsite position in Brainerd, Minnesota, offers dynamic work in a fun and customer-focused environment. You'll be part of a high-performance culture that values integrity and encourages you to be a problem solver. Take this chance to grow your career while making a difference in the pet food industry.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day operation of the plant
• Work with the Plant Production team to ensure product meets specifications
• Setup, operation of, and cleaning of the extruder used for pet food production
• Inspection of product to make sure it is meeting customer specifications, density, and size
• Operation of dryer and testing of kibble
• Operations of the Vertical Cooler, mixing and adding palletants to kibble
• Troubleshoot equipment to ensure product is within specifications
• Clean under and around plant machinery

Requirements

Physical requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking through the factory
• Ability to safely climb and descend stairs and ladders as required to perform essential job functions
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times

Key skills and attributes:

• Strong attention to detail for maintaining quality standards
• Solid problem-solving abilities
• Effective communication skills
• Proactive attitude towards safety
• Adaptable and willing to learn, able to switch between tasks efficiently
• Customer‑centric mindset focused on delivering high‑quality products for pets

Benefits

• Medical insurance (company paid)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Paid time off
• Seven paid holidays
• Employee discounts
• Complimentary pet food
• Fun, company‑sponsored events

Pay

Competitive hourly pay ranging from $22.50 to $25.50, plus a $3.00/hr shift differential.

Schedule

Consistent schedule Monday to Friday, 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM.