Machine Operator - 2nd Shift (3 pm-1 am) Mon-Thurs

Central Garden & Pet
vision insurance, parental leave, sick time, 401(k)
United States, Wisconsin, Chilton
521 Clay Street (Show on map)
Apr 01, 2025
Kaytee (Central Garden & Pet) is currently looking for a 2nd Shift Machine Operator -to join our team at Kaytee in Chilton, WI. In this role you will be responsible for setting up and running machines, palletizers and scales. This role follows a four-day, 10-hour schedule (3 pm to 1 am) from Monday to Thursday, offering a long weekend every week! At Kaytee, we offer a safe, clean work environment with an onsite fitness center and an onsite Health & Wellness clinic for employees and their families. Other benefits include full medical, dental and vision coverage, free life and disability insurance and a full 3% match on your 401k contributions, along with a yearly profit-sharing bonus. If you find your skills match the qualifications we are seeking below, we invite you to apply for this position! KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Start machine, make adjustments as necessary and perform necessary troubleshooting. Perform efficient machine set-up. Maintain communication with mixers, line associates and during shift change. Comply with all safety rules and company policies Train new and existing line personnel and backups. Perform inspection of bags for quality seals. Complete paperwork in an accurate and efficient manner. Maintain work area in a clean and orderly fashion. Understand and know the goals and objectives of the department. Other tasks as assigned by supervisor. Responsible for reporting any Food Safety issues to authorized personnel for correction. IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES Must have the ability to stand, bend, twist, turn and climb. Ability to operate forklift and handcart in a safe manner. Must have the ability to lift up to 105 lbs. with assistance. Possess solid organizational skills. BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Free Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts 401k with 3% company match and annual profit-sharing bonus! Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time Paid Parental Leave Program Employee Assistance Program Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more! Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications) Referral Program with cash bonus WORKING CONDITIONS This role involves working in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures. Requires the ability to lift, push, or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Additionally, there may be instances where lifting or moving items weighing 50-100 pounds is necessary, with assistance. Regular physical activities such as climbing, lifting, bending, standing, walking, twisting, turning, and reaching with arms and hands are also required.