Production Support

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Best Veterinary Solutions Inc., has an immediate opening for a full-time Production Team Member. This position works 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM Monday - Thursday in our climate-controlled Ellsworth, Iowa facility. Our production team assist with various areas within the plant while maintaining efficient production processes according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Responsibilities include:

• Maintain consistent, reliable attendance and punctuality in accordance with company policy to ensure production and warehouse operations run efficiently.
• Follow safety rules, work policies and procedures per training/instructions.
• Stage bulk/bagged raw materials.
• Safely operate production equipment, forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Prepare packaging (labels and lot number) with accuracy and attention to the detail.
• Fill, weigh, seal and load bags/boxes of product onto pallets.
• Take samples of product and record findings.
• The ability to work scheduled shift as assigned.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.
• Communicate in an efficient and effective manner with all team members.
• Be responsible, self-motivated, and committed to maintaining highest standards of quality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Technical Skill Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous work experience in agriculture, production, or manufacturing preferred but not required
• Able to understand and follow instructions and procedures
• Proficient organizational skills
• Self-motivator and self-starter
• Strong critical thinking problem solving, judgment, and initiative
• Effective reading, math and communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Reliable transportation

Production Worker Physical Abilities Required:

• Ability to successfully pass a required respiratory medical evaluation and respirator fit test, with reasonable accommodations made where applicable.Walk and stand for extensive periods
• Move with coordination and dexterity
• Ability to lift 60 lb. repeatedly
• The ability to work in a physically demanding warehouse environment
• The ability to work with and around industrial hazards