Packaging Technician

Join the Mid America Pet Food Family!

At Mid America Pet Food, our vision is to enrich the lives of pet families, and we believe that starts with our own team. We foster a positive and inviting atmosphere where employees feel valued and appreciated, making MAPF a great place to build your career.

As a full-time team member, you'll enjoy a generous benefits package, including employer-paid health insurance, 100% coverage of qualifying dependents, paid time off (PTO), a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 401k matching, and opportunities for overtime.

We are currently seeking a dedicated Packaging Tech to contribute to maintaining a clean, professional, and safe working environment. In this multi-faceted role, you will perform routine and non-routine work as directed, always adhering to company policy, procedures, and values.

Packaging Technician - Ensure Quality and Presentation of Finished Goods

Are you a detail-oriented and safety-conscious individual who takes pride in the final presentation of a product? Join our team as a Packaging Technician, where you will play a vital role in ensuring our finished goods are accurately packaged and meet our high-quality standards. You will be responsible for preparing products for sale, conducting quality checks, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

What You'll Do:

• Maintain a clean, professional, and safe working environment at all times, adhering to all company safety protocols.
• Accurately package finished goods according to specifications and quality standards, ensuring they are ready for sale.
• Perform routine quality tests on packaged products, meticulously documenting results and ensuring timely completion according to established procedures.
• Collaborate with Quality Control to review test results and ensure optimal product quality and efficiency in the packaging process.
• Proactively identify and report any out-of-specification results to the Shift Manager.
• Maintain packaging supplies and communicate inventory needs to the Shift Manager.
• Participate in special testing requests from Quality Control as needed.
• Ensure accurate and timely data entry related to packaging and quality checks.
• Collect samples for quality data checks, projects, and studies within established timelines.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and values.
• Foster a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance within the team.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Be flexible to meet call-in requirements and work extended hours, including nights and rotating 12-hour shifts, as needed, potentially including weekends.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support packaging operations.

What You'll Bring:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Willingness to learn new software applications.
• Good organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules and work demands.

Working Conditions:

This position requires a thorough understanding of company policy and strict adherence to safety requirements in all work environments. The work environment in the plant may involve exposure to noise, heat, dust, moving mechanical parts, varying temperatures, and chemicals. You will be required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including hearing protection. The role involves a combination of standing, walking, sitting (including for extended periods during data entry), climbing stairs and ladders, and occasional lifting. The work pace can be fast, and flexibility in work hours is required.

Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally lift and carry up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to climb several flights of stairs and ladders.
• Dexterity to open and close flow valves.
• Occasionally bend, twist, and turn while lifting less than 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform data entry while seated for over one hour.
• Ability to work sitting down for extended periods, up to two hours.
• Ability to walk up to two or more miles per day.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring pushing (e.g., using brooms and shovels).
• Ability to perform repetitious movements for up to two hours.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working at heights, in confined spaces, and in temperatures ranging from 0 to over 100°F.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Must be able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including hearing protection.
• Ability to use hand and power tools as needed.

If you are a motivated individual seeking a rewarding career with a company that values its employees, we encourage you to apply! We look forward to connecting with you.