Production Associate

Pilot Plant Production Associate

Join our team as a Pilot Plant Production Associate, where you will serve as a manufacturing helper in a dynamic environment focused on producing high-quality dog and cat food and treats. This role involves maintaining a clean room environment with extensive cleaning and sanitizing duties, assisting advanced operators, and handling various raw materials.

Responsibilities

• Assist advanced level compounder operators with daily operations.
• Mix cleaning solutions and sanitize machines between production runs.
• Handle and process raw materials such as whey, protein, corn, flour, liver, chicken, and beef scrap.
• Weigh and record sample data accurately.
• Manage inbound materials in the Dry Ingredients area and record data using a computer.
• Transport samples between the production area and Analytical Lab.
• Receive forklift training to move incoming pallets.

Essential Skills

• Experience in production and manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in mixing and blending operations.
• Familiarity with sanitation protocols in a manufacturing setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Basic experience in manufacturing and/or sanitation.
• Experience with machine operation and quality control processes.

Work Environment

The facility maintains a clean manufacturing environment, with extensive cleaning and sanitizing of floors, equipment, and walls required. The strong smell of dog food is prevalent during production runs. Occasionally, work in a freezer will be necessary to handle raw animal products, with jackets and warm gear provided for comfort.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Thompson's Station, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Thompson's Station, TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 17, 2026.

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