Production Worker

About the role

Get ready to Own your career as a Universal Production Worker at Trouw Nutrition, a Nutreco company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future is making a positive global impact for generations to come. Join us in this impactful role and help deliver the production of feed, in a sustainable way to a growing population.

Responsibilities

You will support and execute critical operational activities as a Universal Production Worker to achieve production targets at our Companion Animal Highland location. You will be responsible for discharging, loading, transporting, and labeling materials while operating specialized machinery. Your daily tasks include performing routine operational processes, executing small maintenance tasks on production equipment, and accurately logging data into the appropriate systems. Beyond technical operations, you will signal any process deviations and ensure your work area remains clean and safe in strict compliance with quality, safety, and environmental guidelines.

Requirements

• High school diploma and previous manufacturing experience
• Ability to operate specialized equipment and machinery, including tasks like discharging, loading, transporting, and cleaning materials
• Valid driver’s license and proficiency to handle specialized tools
• Ability to periodically inspect equipment, execute small maintenance tasks, and accurately log data into production systems
• Ability to strictly follow mandatory work instructions and comply with all safety, quality, and environmental regulations to maintain a safe work area
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a commitment to "Own It" through personal accountability, urgency, and a focus on the success of the team

Qualifications

We are looking for a dedicated team player who is ready to "Own It" by taking personal accountability for operational excellence. The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong sense of urgency and the ability to prioritize tasks while executing (semi) routine work, such as operating machinery, performing small maintenance tasks, and accurately logging production data.

Skills

• Manufacturing experience in a production environment
• Operational proficiency with specialized equipment and machinery
• Maintenance and technical documentation skills
• Safety and regulatory compliance knowledge
• Accountability and teamwork skills

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits – Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA/FSA
• Disability and Life insurance
• 401K Matching
• Paid Parental Leave and Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Annual bonus

Pay

Compensation: $19.75/hour + $1.50/hour shift premium (2nd shift only)

Schedule

2nd Shift: Mon-Thurs. 4 pm - 2 am, OT on Fridays