About us
At Midwest Processors, our focus is the production of high quality, healthy, and safe products using natural ingredients and simple, yet innovative processing methods. We are a local family-owned business that specializes in cold press processing, toll crushing, and filtering for seeds.
Our work environment includes:
- Modern office setting
- Casual work attire
- Relaxed atmosphere
- On-the-job training
- Safe work environment
- Lively atmosphere
We are looking for an industrious production associate who will be responsible for completing the daily tasks associated with pressing oil from sunflower seeds. This position will involve operating, cleaning, and performing preventative maintenance on food manufacturing and agricultural equipment. Because the associate will work in a food manufacturing facility, the associate will be required to follow good manufacturing practices and maintain accurate records for product quality, safety, and sanitation purposes. This is an excellent opportunity to get involved with a growing company, with the potential for advancement for qualified candidates.
Production Duties
- Monitor equipment to minimize downtime and maximize product output.
- Maintain records to ensure safety and traceability of all products produced in the facility.
- Package products into finished packaging, which may include lifting and/or operating a forklift or other equipment.
- Receive product into inventory and help prepare orders for shipping, which includes maintaining proper product rotation.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Sanitation Duties
- Clean equipment as needed to ensure a safe and efficient process, which may involve some assembly and disassembly of equipment.
- Clean the facility as needed to maintain a safe and sanitary food processing area.
- Wash and sanitize tools and packaging between uses, following written sanitation procedures.
- Maintain proper documentation of all completed sanitation tasks.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Ability to follow directions accurately.
- Effective time management and communication skills.
- Physical ability to complete job duties – must be able to regularly lift 50 pounds and stand for long periods of time in a production environment.
- Must be willing to work some overtime and weekends.
- Previous experience in a production facility and/or driving a forklift is beneficial, but not required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Pierz, MN 56364 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Pierz, MN 56364: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person