Environmental Services Lead

Join Barrett Petfood as an Environmental Services Lead and immerse yourself in a dynamic onsite role in Brainerd, MN. This position offers you the opportunity to directly impact our manufacturing environment, ensuring safety and excellence in all operations. With a competitive pay range of $18.50 to $20.50 per hour
, you'll be rewarded for your exceptional skills and dedication to problem‑solving.

As a part of our fun and high‑performance culture, you will work alongside like‑minded individuals who prioritize customer‑centricity and integrity. This is your chance to innovate within a thriving company committed to environmental excellence. You will be provided great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Paid Time Off, and Employee Discounts. If you're ready to elevate your career and make meaningful contributions in a supportive team environment, we invite you to apply today!

As the Environmental Services Lead, you'll be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe manufacturing environment. Each day, you can expect to oversee the cleaning and sanitation processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations. You will coordinate with team members to address any environmental concerns and implement innovative solutions to enhance our operations. In this role, you will also conduct regular inspections, manage waste disposal, and facilitate training sessions on best practices for your team.

Your schedule will be Monday to Friday, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
, allowing for a consistent work‑life balance.

• Lead cleaning and sanitation staff, including assigning daily work tasks and managing work schedules
• Maintain & ensure cleanliness & safety standards by performing routine inspections of the plant
• Ensure cleaning equipment is maintained, repaired, and stored properly
• Inventory and inspection of departmental utensils. Replace as needed
• Work with other departments to complete cleaning tasks but not disrupt production schedules
• Coordinate with all departments to ensure compliance with food safety regulations
• Maintain cleaning logs, inspection reports, and attendance records.
• Monitor cleaning schedules and environmental conditions (mold, condensation)
• Communicate with management about staffing, supply needs, or improvement plans
• Coordinate deep cleans & additional sanitation projects taking production shutdowns into consideration
• Lead meetings with team
• Provide feedback to management on employee performance
• Sanitation and janitorial responsibilities as needed

Expect to engage with different departments, fostering a collaborative atmosphere while driving a culture of accountability and safety. Your contributions will play a vital role in our commitment to excellence at Barrett Petfood.

To excel as an Environmental Services Lead at Barrett Petfood, you will need strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to think critically under pressure. Attention to detail is essential, as you'll be monitoring cleanliness and safety standards to ensure compliance within our manufacturing facility. Effective communication skills will enable you to liaise with team members and other departments, fostering collaboration and a customer‑centric approach.

A proactive attitude toward innovation will be crucial in identifying areas for improvement and implementing new processes. Additionally, strong organizational skills will help you manage daily tasks and coordinate schedules efficiently. A commitment to safety and an understanding of best practices in environmental services are also necessary for success in this role.

Embracing these competencies will ensure you thrive in our dynamic, high‑performance culture.

So, what do you think? If you feel this is the right job for you, go ahead and apply! We look forward to meeting you!

Barrett Petfood is committed to a safe workplace for all of our employees.

In connection with your employment with the Company, notice is hereby given that a consumer report and/or investigative consumer report may be…