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Machine Operator - Mid Shift

Machine Operator - Mid Shift

Tuffy's Pet FoodsPerham, MN, US
30+ days ago
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  • Full-time
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Job Description

Job Description

Dry Packaging Machine Operator – Tuffy’s Pet Foods

Hours : 2pm - 10pm M-F

Compensation :

  • All in hourly compensation : $23.44 / hr

Base Pay : $20.96 / hr

  • Sign on Bonus : $1.22 / hr worked
  • 6% Shift Differential for Mid Shift : $1.26 / hr
  • Profit Sharing Eligibility : Begins after completing 1 year of employment ($7.5 Million in Profits Paid to Profit Sharing Pool in 2024 which equated to an extra $6.10 / hr or $12,688 annually for employees)
  • Our Coolest Benefit - Profit Sharing!

    In our most recent fiscal year, KLN Family Brands paid out over $7.5 million into our profit sharing pool for employees!!

    Our Story

    KLN Family Brands is a 3rd generation family-owned business that started in 1964 with its corporate headquarters located in Perham, MN, in the heart of MN lakes country. Together, our companies manufacture a diverse and expanding range of high-quality human and pet food products.

    At KLN Family Brands, our vision is that “We are a proud people-first company. We are successful because of trust-based relationships, and first-rate products for our families and friends. We better the world by caring for others. We challenge. We grow. We inspire.”

    Some companies have to “fudge the story” a little. Some need the extra “spin” to shine a positive light on themselves. That’s not who we are at KLN Family Brands, and that’s not what we do. We tell the story of our brand – our people, the quality of our products, our spirit & moxie, our tradition, and the way we treat our community & beyond. We do it in a genuine way because we genuinely believe we’re a pretty amazing company.

    The Opportunity

    We’re now hiring a Mid Shift Dry Packaging Machine Operator to operate and maintain the general operation of a line, to ensure continuous quality, efficiency, sanitation, and safety of that line. This position will report to the mid shift supervisor and mid shift assistant supervisor.

    Essential Duties :

  • General knowledge of daily extrusion and production reports
  • Communicate with Supervisor / Foreman on all production concerns
  • Communicate with Extruder Operators on product times and bin space
  • Starting and setting up all required equipment for production
  • Controlling packaging materials, code dates, expiration dates, stickers and any items unique to product specs
  • Controls product quality, packaging quality, contamination, weight controls and line efficiency
  • Will do general maintenance and repairs on equipment and assist maintenance personnel
  • Will perform all equipment adjustments and change overs and troubleshoot equipment when problems occur
  • Complete all daily reports in legible manner, special projects as assigned
  • Assist in controlling packaging from warehouse, assist in supervising all line workers required on line
  • Operator will assist other lines when needed, perform all other duties assigned, assist training of all line worker
  • Complete knowledge of bin, product distribution, product delivery and blending systems
  • Coordinate all record keeping and charting to include cleaning schedule, packaging yields and efficienc
  • Assist Supervisor and Foreman as needed to control packaging area
  • Qualifications

  • General mathematical ability and basic computer skills
  • Must not be afraid of heights, ability to climb 150 feet
  • Be able to meet physical requirements necessary for this position
  • Be willing to work hours and shifts as required by the supervisor
  • Must be able to read, speak, write and understand English
  • Working in loud and at times dusty and hot environment
  • Willing and able to get along with others. Be willing to fill in on other shifts as required by supervisor.
  • Ability to handle weights of up to 65lbs on a routine basis
  • Benefits

  • Health, Dental, & Vision
  • Wellness program discounts - up to $150 discounted towards health insurance monthly

  • 104 Hours of PTO Accrued in First Year of Employment
  • 7 Paid Holidays
  • KLN Clinic - Free doctor visits & more than 300 free prescriptions
  • 401k Match Opportunity
  • Opportunity to meet with our onsite financial advisors

  • $10,000 Forgivable Home Grant Program
  • Tuition Assistance
  • This opportunity is contingent upon successful completion of a drug test and background check.
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