Production Team Member - 2nd Shift

The Production Team Member plays a key role in the processing, mixing, and bagging of bird seed within a newly built, state-of-the-art facility. This position supports materials handling, inventory management, cleaning, and general facility maintenance while working in a climate-controlled environment with a modern, automated production line. This role requires physical activity, including lifting 50-pound bags and pails, and offers opportunities for training, skill development, career advancement, and long-term growth within the company.  Successful completion of a criminal background check and drug test is required before employment can begin. 

2nd Shift: Monday - Friday 12p - 830p

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of production tasks including processing, mixing, and bagging bird seed.

• Handle materials, inventory, and assist with facility cleaning and maintenance.

• Lift, carry, and stack 50-pound bags and pails as required.

• Support overall production efficiency, quality standards, and safety practices.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

• Read and follow production plans.

• Set scale weights accurately.

• Feed bags through sewing machines or heat sealers.

• Stack completed bags onto pallets or into boxes.

• Move completed pallets using an electric pallet jack.

• Shrink-wrap pallets using automated and manual methods.

• Assist in mixing and blending feed.

• Load and unload trailers as needed.

• Operate a forklift (experience preferred; training provided if needed).

• Operate a yard dog to safely move semi-trailers in place for production and shipment.  

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the feed mill.

• Help customers in a prompt, efficient, and courteous manner.

• Communicate professionally with customers, coworkers, and management.

• Maintain regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.

• Complete other tasks and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Ability to work extended hours as needed.

• Commitment to plant operations and company goals.

• Forklift experience preferred or willingness to be trained.

• Class A license preferred, not required. 

• Successful completion of a criminal background check and full panel drug test before starting. 

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for 8 hours per shift.

• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, twisting, pushing, and pulling.

• Ability to lift and carry items weighing 50 pounds or more.

• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive wages

• Day, evening, and weekend schedules

• Tuition Assistance for eligible employees

• Scholarship opportunities

• Employee discounts

• Health and Welfare insurance plans

• 401(k) savings plan with company match

• Employee referral bonus

• Internship program
  
  

Why Join Our Team?

• Newly built, modern production facility
• Climate-controlled work environment
• State-of-the-art automated production line
• Hands-on training and skill development
• Clear opportunities for advancement and career growth
• Potential to grow into specialized, leadership, or higher-level operations roles
• Supportive, safety-focused team culture

Want to see more?  Check out the Mill here: https://canva.link/u4h67h6n5al7jxp

Ready to grow with us?
Apply today and take the next step toward a rewarding career with a company that invests in employee development and promotes from within whenever possible.

E-Verify: 
Gertens participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States.  The E-Verify program is an internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. 

Gertens Family of Businesses is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.