Job Description

Title: Scaler/Transporter - 1st Shift, 1st Shift Req ID: 9629

City, State: Wells, MN, Minnesota (US-MN)

Reports to: Production Manager

Department: Wells - 1st Shift Line 11 Production

Classification: Nonexempt

Physical Classification: 1-7 for Scaler Transporter & 1-11 as Backup Operator (see Back & Task Chart)

Hours: 6:00 a.m.-02:30 p.m. (Hours May Vary)

Wage: $21.81/hour base wage

(ability to earn up to $23.93 if able to train as Machine Operator)

This is a position combining roles of both the transporter and scaler, to help where most needed. Transporter Duties to include: supply materials to the Packing Room, lift and stack pallets of boxes, and transport finished product to the freezer. Scaler Duties to include: Weigh boxes of product to designated specifications, complete necessary paperwork or computer entry and perform temperature and metal detector checks.

TRANSPORTER JOB DUTIES:

• Supply necessary materials, such as boxes, labels, bags, etc. to the Packing Room, to support daily production operations.
• Complete daily equipment checklist prior to operating pallet jack.
• Handle part boxes of product to ensure they are put in proper location in freezer. Also, pull product from freezer to be worked into the line operation.
• Know freezer locations and proper storage locations for product.
• Stack skids. Assist in making boxes and operate the skid wrapper.
• Complete all required paperwork. Enter pallet tickets and other information into the computer as required.
• Job requires frequent bending, lifting and twisting throughout the work shift. Will be required to lift and stack product at and above shoulder level.
• Keep work area clean.
• Other duties as needed or assigned.

SCALER JOB DUTIES:

• Set up and operate scale and tape machine.
• Arrange packing room for the product being run.
• Perform frozen temperature and metal detector checks.
• Advise packers of product type and how product is to be packed.
• Weigh all boxes to meet minimum weight and counts.
• Check scale for proper tare.
• Ensure proper label, stamp and date code are on boxes.
• Keep work area clean.
• May be required to bend, lift and twist frequently throughout the work shift.
• Other duties as needed or assigned.

OPERATOR JOB DUTIES:

• Machine set up and operation which includes: leveling, filling, moving machines, speed and adjustments

• Batter test and fried weight temperature checks: FC or Blanched

• Maintain all cooking systems which include: adjusting speeds and belt heights, scraping tubes, checking fryer temperatures, checking filter system, monitoring control panels, monitoring oil levels in fryer tank, know Gyro and freezer operation

• Able to perform marinator operations: reading batch sheets and formulating loads.

• Know 8 digit product codes

• Operate and fill Wilevco; Operate Toledo system

• Operate Formax and marinator and other equipment as required

• Know cooler locations and functions, supply line with raw materials

• Operate jack in a safe and responsible manner

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

• Complete required paperwork and entry into the computer

• Knowledge and understanding of the HACCP program.

• 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 company physical classification test for essential functions of the position (back and task).

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.

About Brakebush Brothers Inc.:

Since 1925, our privately owned and U.S. operated family business fulfills its mission to mission to exceed customer expectations with quality chicken products at competitive prices and provide a safe and quality work environment for our employees, consisting of competitve wages, great benefits, and optimum working conditions. Brakebush Brothers, Inc. currently has five locations. Our original plant in Westfield, WI is a further processing plant that houses the corporate offices and our fleet, Brakebush Transportation, Inc. Our Wells, MN and Mocksville, NC are additional further processing facilities and the Irving, TX and Hartwell, Georgia locations are raw portioning facilities. Through high-capacity production lines and a national distribution network, we provide over 200 products for Foodservice, Industrial and National accounts across the Unites States. Brakebush takes pride in continuous improvement, learning and development of our employees at all levels, employee wellness initiatives and ongoing support of our community and charities.

We offer amazing benefits:

Programs: 401(k) with Company match, Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Time, Paid Parental Leave, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance program.

Insurances: Medical/Dental, Reimbursement Accounts – Flex Spending Account (FSA)/Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP), Case Management and Maternity Management Services, Insurance Travel Assistance Program, Life Insurance for you and your family, and Telemedicine Services.

Optional Additional Insurance: Vision, Short/Long Term Disability, Accident Plan, Accidental Death (AD&D), Critical Illness, and Supplemental Life Insurance.

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.