Title: Operator - 2nd Shift, 2nd Shift Req ID: 9896
City, State: Wells, MN, Minnesota (US-MN)
Reports to: Production Supervisor
Department: Wells - 2nd Shift Line 11 Production
Classification: Nonexempt
Physical Classification: 1-11 (see Back & Task Chart)
Wage: $24.43/hr
Machine set up and operation in accordance with specifications and safety regulations.
JOB DUTIES:
Machine set up and take down which includes: threading of machines, making any adjustments needed and bagging up the equipment at the end of the night.
Keeping rolls of plastic ready to go to avoid production delays causing line down time.
Know where rolls of plastic are kept, and the different programs used for running our various products.
Will help assist the line in any way, shape or form: i.e., boxing keels, helping repack boxes, helping stack skids when transporter is gone to freezer and helping pack when packers fall behind.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment following SQF and all Safety guidelines.
Help in other areas when not needed in posted position, punching in on SAP for what job is being performed.
Able to tolerate wide variations in environment (temperature, humidity, flour, etc.)
Some duties will differ from line to line. Other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS: High noise, varied temperatures (warm to cold), slippery floors, moving equipment and dust may be present. Wear appropriate PPE and other equipment as necessary or required.
QUALIFICATIONS: Display positive attitude and teamwork skills. Must be able to stand and walk up to 8 hours per day. Ability to frequently bend, lift and twist. Must pass the company physical classification test for essential functions of the position.
JOB SELECTION: Awarded job selections are based on the following criteria, but not limited to: Work experience, job evaluations, HR records (attendances, warnings, notices, etc.), personal interviews, job related test (math, typing, etc.), previous training and/or education, and length of service with Brakebush Brothers, Inc.
If you have been in your current salaried position for less than six-months, you must have approval from your VP before applying for a new salaried position that is at a lateral job/wage level or lower. If you are applying for a salaried position, after less than six-months in your current position, and it is at a higher job/wage level, you do not need approval.
Brakebush Brothers, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in our hiring, training, or promotion policies. We will not discriminate against job applicants or employees for reasons of race, religion, color, sex, handicap, age, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and background check are required.
Brakebush provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Applicants must have the legal authorization to work for any employer in the United States. We are currently unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.
Brakebush is committed to adhering to compliance and applicable pay transparency laws in all states where we operate and any other states where we have a legal obligation.
Brakebush Brothers, Inc. privately owned and U.S. operated since 1925, is a value-added processor of great tasting chicken products. We have processing facilities in Westfield, Wisconsin (headquarters); Irving, Texas; Wells, Minnesota; Mocksville, North Carolina; and Hartwell, GA; along with our own Transportation fleet. Our Westfield and Irving facilities are state of the art operations and provide a complete line of further processed chicken with over 200 products for Foodservice, Industrial, and Chain accounts. We have multiple production lines with capacities ranging from 5,000 to over 10,000 pounds per hour. We offer the products, programs, promotions and culinary support to help you grow your business. Brakebush takes pride in being a socially responsible manufacturer.
Best practices in food safety are paramount to operating a best-in-class food processing facility. That’s why we take a completely transparent approach to safety, one that helps instill confidence and trust. We have an aggressive environmental pathogen testing program and participation in a full array of plant audits. We have multiple technologies, including x-ray bone detection equipment, ensure that our products are among the safest in the industry.
Brakebush has always strived to be a leader in our industry, from new technology to customer expectations, and sustainability is no different. As a company, we have evaluated every aspect of our costs to maintain control over them. If there is a better, more efficient and less impactful way to do something we have made those changes and will continue to look at ways to improve. We are in a rural setting, in a small community, in a small county in Wisconsin and have always known that it is our responsibility to make a small environmental impact while making a very positive impact on our community. We have strived to be a leader in every aspect of our business and to be a positive example in our community.
