Processing Technician - Pet Food

Job Title:

Processing Technician - Pet Food

Location:

Golden Valley, MN (Minneapolis)

Type:
Contract-to-Possible-Hire (perm)

Compensation: $21.00 per hour to start

Hours:

Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Some overtime, including weekends is expected

• This role is assigned to the meat room and primarily focuses on preparing product for processing including: grinding, dicing, handling, and processing raw and cooked meat in an air-conditioned (refrigerated) environment which may contain various odors
• Operates AND loads material into meat grinder machine, mixer, or dicing & slicing equipment, and uses other processing tools & equipment
• Safely pre-cuts meat by hand to fit into machine as needed. Ensures production goals are maintained
• Sets up machinery and mechanical cutting and food processing equipment including machine change overs, basic calibration, machine start up, equipment sanitization and ensures proper documentation completed
• Safely, consistently & repeatedly lifts, manipulates & transports ingredients weighing up to 55 lbs to meat grinder
• Adheres to food safety standards: performs quality checks, conducts moisture content tests using specialized equipment, takes temperature readings
• Helps in other processing or packaging areas when available and as needed
• * This position involves potential exposure to common allergens including but not limited to milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame.*

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Post high school studies is preferred such as Associates degree or specialized vocational/technical training
• At least two (2) years of experience working in another warehouse setting or food production environment is preferred
• Must be able to wear slip resistant, steel toe work boots (required)
• Able to regularly lift up material weighing up to 55lbs using both arms/hands from the ground to shoulder level
• Must have the ability to work in hot, warm, or cool conditions within the plant
• Must be capable of performing basic data entry into computer
• Basic understanding of food safety and human safety is required and discussed at interview
• Must be capable of performing work in an environment that may potentially be exposed to common allergens such as: milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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