Are you passionate about pets and looking for a hands-on role where your work directly supports the health and happiness of dogs across the country? Join our team as a Production Team Member in our Stage 1 - Grinding Department, where you’ll help prepare premium raw dog food that pet parents trust and dogs love.

This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with a close-knit team, and prefers an afternoon schedule.

This is not a new position & although we love AI, your application will be reviewed by real people.This position works: Monday to Friday from 3:00pm-11:00pm.

This role is eligible for a wage progression:Starting rate is $22/hour, $23 at 6 months, $24 at 12 months and annual reviews thereafter. This role is also eligible for Group Insurance Benefits, a Company Performance Bonus, Discounted Pet Food, Employee Events, and more.

Overall Accountability

Contribute to the production team by working on a production line to process raw pet food in an efficient, safety-minded manner. Follow directions closely to complete the required tasks with minimal supervision. This job requires reliable transportation and flexibility as we often require early start times,



and it is not located near public transit.

The ideal candidate will be mature and reliable, and have the capacity for heavy lifting and repetitive motion. This work environment is fast-paced and sometimes includes wet/cold conditions, slippery surfaces, and moving mechanical parts.

What You'll Do Work at various stations on the line in the grinding stage of production

Transfer meat to the line and load into grinder

Operate and maintain machinery to grind meat according to exact recipes and directions

Check products to ensure they meet quality specifications

Check information on product for completeness and accuracy

Keep equipment and work area clean by following cleaning processes and procedures

Follow all Health and Safety rules, policies and procedures What You Have Must be comfortable working with a variety of raw meat products

Physically fit and able to stand for 8+ hours and lift between 35 to 50 lbs.

Able to work in a cool/cold work environment

Lab coats and Personal Protective Equipment is provided

Experience in the food manufacturing industry is an asset

Reliable transportation

📌 Grinding Production Team Member (Smithville)
🏢 Big Country Pet
📍 Smithville