Production Team Member - 2nd Shift

The Production Team Member plays a key role in the processing, mixing, and bagging of bird seed within a newly built, state-of-the-art facility. This position supports materials handling, inventory management, cleaning, and general facility maintenance while working in a climate-controlled environment with a modern, automated production line. This role requires physical activity, including lifting 50-pound bags and pails, and offers opportunities for training, skill development, career advancement, and long-term growth within the company.

Successful completion of a criminal background check and drug test is required before employment can begin. 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday 12p - 830p

• Perform a variety of production tasks including processing, mixing, and bagging bird seed.
• Handle materials, inventory, and assist with facility cleaning and maintenance.
• Lift, carry, and stack 50-pound bags and pails as required.
• Support overall production efficiency, quality standards, and safety practices.

• Read and follow production plans.
• Set scale weights accurately.
• Feed bags through sewing machines or heat sealers.
• Stack completed bags onto pallets or into boxes.
• Move completed pallets using an electric pallet jack.
• Shrink-wrap pallets using automated and manual methods.
• Assist in mixing and blending feed.
• Load and unload trailers as needed.
• Operate a forklift (experience preferred; training provided if needed).
• Operate a yard dog to safely move semi-trailers in place for production and shipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the feed mill.
• Help customers in a prompt, efficient, and courteous manner.
• Communicate professionally with customers, coworkers, and management.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
• Complete other tasks and special projects as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work extended hours as needed.
• Commitment to plant operations and company goals.
• Forklift experience preferred or willingness to be trained.
• Class A license preferred, not required.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check and full panel drug test before starting.

• Ability to stand for 8 hours per shift.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, twisting, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods.
• Competitive wages
• Tuition Assistance for eligible employees
• Health and Welfare insurance plans
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Employee referral bonus
• Internship program

• Newly built, modern production facility
• Climate-controlled work environment
• State-of-the-art automated production line
• Hands-on training and skill development
• Clear opportunities for advancement and career growth
• Potential to grow into specialized, leadership, or higher-level operations roles
• Supportive, safety-focused team culture

E-Verify:
Gertens participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States. The E-Verify program is an internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Gertens Family of Businesses is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.