General Production Associate - Weekend Hours (Portland)

Portland Pet Food Company is now accepting applications for General Production Associates at our SE wholesale production facility in Portland, Oregon. Please provide a resume and let us know which shift you are interested in. All shifts include weekend hours (with two consecutive days off during the week). Our team works closely with our bakers and shipping departments to ensure we are packaging a high-quality product that will be loved by dogs everywhere. We need a dedicated fulfillment associate who is extremely reliable and precise. We are a team-oriented business and are growing rapidly. This is a fast-paced environment and requires self-motived individuals who thrive in a challenging position while working independently and with a small team. Job Description: This position supports the entire PPFC Operations Department by primarily packaging and casing our meals and treats. To ensure overall success, the production associates will occasionally assist bakery staff. Training will be provided for all tasks assigned and equipment used. Rate of Pay: $19.00 per hour Full time benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, 8 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off provided after training period, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Referral Program, and Educational Assistance Program offered. Schedule: 24- 40 hours weekly, 3 – 5 days including weekends, 7:00am – 3:30pm or 11:00am to 7:30pm Duties & Responsibilities: • Participate in warehouse tasks including order fulfillment, pallet building, receiving, inventory tracking, accurate labeling, and operation of basic warehouse equipment. • Participate in packaging tasks including bagging, casing, inventory tracking, and accurate labeling. • Follow food safety and sanitation standards • Meet production goals with attention to detail and adherence to project time requirements • Verify the accuracy of projects and completion of paperwork Experience and Attributes: • Education and Training o Multnomah County Food Handler’s certificate required within 30 days of hire Professional Experience: o Automatic filling machine operation o General understanding of mechanics and pneumatic equipment o Warehouse equipment: pallet jack, pallet stacker o Understanding of food manufacturing, food safety, lot coding, and FIFO inventory Personal Experience and Work Ethic: o Flexible in daily tasks and adaptable to growth and change o Reliable attendance o Desire to maximize workflow, achieve goals, and follow standards o Attention to detail that prevents errors Physical Requirements: • Stand and walk continuously during an 8-hour shift • Ability to regularly lift 40 pounds • Frequent stooping, bending, twisting, pulling, pushing, reaching, and lifting • Operation of basic warehouse equipment including an electric pallet jack (training provided)