Weekend Line Puller Nights

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Weekend Line Puller

Location : Mishawaka, IN

Department : Shipping

Job Type : Hourly – Weekend Shift (6 : 00 PM – 6 : 00 AM, Saturday & Sunday)

About United Petfood

United Petfood is a private label producer of high-quality dry & wet pet food, biscuits and snacks. We are a Belgian family business with 25 high-tech pet kitchens in Europe and the US.

Joining us means joining an international, passionate, and driven team with one common goal : a healthy planet filled with healthy pets! But it doesn’t stop there—we truly care about building encouraging, supportive, long-lasting partnerships, both inside as well as outside of our fast-growing family company. By only working with the very best ingredients and most innovative technology available, we ensure a place in which you can grow, bloom, and make thousands of pets happy worldwide!

Check out our website : United Petfood Producers USA, Inc.

Position Summary

The Weekend Line Puller is responsible for supplying packaging materials to production lines and moving finished pallets to designated storage areas. This role ensures production runs smoothly by maintaining inventory levels, supporting warehouse and production teams, and safely operating forklifts and related equipment.

• ???? Weekend Shift Pay Advantage : Work two 12-hour shifts (24 hours) each weekend and get paid for 32 hours .

Duties & Responsibilities

Communicate with Warehouse and Production Supervisors regarding packaging required for daily production runs.

Maintain appropriate packaging inventory levels throughout the shift.

Operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts to :

Deliver packaging to production lines.

Remove loaded pallets from production lines to warehouse.

Supply packaging materials as needed and maintain pallet supplies.

Accurately complete all required documentation.

Advise Warehouse and Production Managers when packaging inventories are low.

Report unsafe conditions in both plant and warehouse areas.

Assist maintenance with troubleshooting equipment issues as needed.

Participate in continuous improvement efforts and implement ideas in assigned area.

Follow and maintain GMP standards at all times.

Participate in yearly inventory process and warehouse sanitation tasks.

Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Workplace Safety

Completes safety documentation and verifies compliance with program standards.

Participates in mandatory safety training and follows all company safety policies.

Reports all safety issues, near misses, and injuries immediately.

Quality & Food Safety

Completes quality and food safety documentation and verifies compliance.

Participates in mandatory training related to food safety and quality.

Preserves the integrity of the BRC system by following all procedures.

Reports and acts on any food safety or quality concerns immediately.

Position Requirements

Forklift operation skills; certification required or ability to obtain certification.

Ability to operate stretch wrap machines.

Strong communication skills (verbal and written in English).

Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs consistently during the shift.

Ability to work in both hot and cold environments.

Prior manufacturing experience preferred.

Ability to follow instructions and work effectively in a team environment.

Our Values in Action

We Aim Higher – Deliver quality and efficiency on every pallet; continuously look for ways to improve our processes.

We Make It Work – Solve problems quickly and keep production moving; flexibility and a hands-on mentality are key.

We Grow United – Collaborate with your team and support colleagues to achieve shared goals.

We Do What’s Right – Follow safety, quality, and operational standards; act responsibly in all tasks.

We Thrive on Passion – Bring energy, care for animals, and dedication to producing top-quality pet food.

Why Join Us?

At United Petfood, we believe in investing in our employees and providing opportunities for growth and development. As a Weekend Line Puller , you’ll :

Equal Opportunity Employer : United Petfood Producers USA Inc. is an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.