Contract Bag Machine Operator Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Join the Kaytee team in Chilton, WI! Help produce quality products for birds, rabbits, hamsters, and other small animals in a clean, team-oriented manufacturing environment. We offer competitive benefits, including free uniforms, an onsite fitness center, an onsite Health & Wellness Clinic for employees and their families, medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid life and disability insurance, a 3% 401(k) company match, and an annual profit-sharing bonus.

Kaytee is hiring a  Class 3 Paper/ Bag Machine Operator Level I 1st Shift. In this role, you will set up and operate machines, palletizers, and scales while helping ensure safe, efficient production.

Schedule: Four 10-hour days, Monday through Thursday—enjoy a three-day weekend every week! If you're looking for a rewarding career with a great team and excellent benefits, apply today!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Accurately mix ingredients according to specific formulas and delivering these mixes to the proper packaging bins.
• Ensure accurate mixing, both visually and through quality assurance checks.
• Schedule and plan mixing operations to meet production schedule.
• Maintain communication between Line Leaders, Mill Operators, and Shift Supervisor.
• Record all inventory transactions by accurately completing RF scanner functions and paperwork.
• Maintain work area in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Understand and know the goals and objectives of the department.
• Comply with all safety rules and company policies.
• Other tasks assigned by supervisor.
• Responsible for reporting any Food Safety issues to authorized personnel for correction.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• High school diploma preferred.
• The ability to lift up to 50+ pounds with frequent bending, lifting and twisting.
• Must have proficient math skills.
• Ability to operate forklift and handcart in a safe manner.
• Ability to work independently in an efficient and accurate manner.
• Ability to operate an RF scanner device.
• Must have the ability to lift up to 100 lbs. occasionally (with assistance).
• Must have the ability to bend, twist, turn and climb.
• Possess solid organizational skills.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

WORKING CONDITIONS 

• Work is performed in a manufacturing/warehouse environment.
• Work temperatures can vary due to outside temperatures.
• Hours of work will generally be during regular business hours (on each respective shift) and average at least 40 hours a week.
• There may be some variation in work hours due to overtime, special projects, deadlines, and other concerns.

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS 

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to on-demand pay
• Paid parental leave
• Onsite 24-hour gym
• Health and Wellness Center

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries. Guided by the belief that home is central to life, the Company's purpose is to proudly nurture happy and healthy homes. For over 45 years, its innovative and trusted solutions have helped lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified portfolio of market-leading brands including Amdro?, Aqueon?, Best Bully Sticks?, Cadet?, C&S?, Farnam?, Ferry-Morse?, Kaytee?, Nylabone?, Pennington?, Sevin? and Zoёcon?. With fiscal 2025 net sales of $3.1 billion, Central has strong manufacturing and logistics capabilities supported by a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. The Company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, and employs over 6,000 people, primarily across North America. Visit www.central.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.