Pet Food Taster Jobs (NOW HIRING)

This opportunity is located within our AFB International business, the global science and technology leader in pet food palatability. We develop and produce a full range of liquid and dry palatability enhancers using high-quality ingredients proven to optimize companion animal response and consumption. Click here to learn more.

Job Description

AFB International - Where We Make Pet Food Taste Great!
At AFB, Our People Matter-it's the cornerstone of our culture. We offer an industry-leading benefits package.

Here's why you will love working for AFB International:
Competitive pay based on experience
Annual incentive/bonus program based on individual and company performance.
"Pay for performance" annual merit increases.
401(k) with company matching-build your financial future with a total company match of up to 4.5%.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family's well-being.
Annual wellness credit of $600 -$1200 paid directly to employees for completing wellness activities throughout the year.
Paid time off including vacation, 11 paid company holidays, and 2 floating holidays, plus accrued sick time.
Company Paid Parental Leave for new parents. Birth parents receive 12 weeks paid leave and non-birth parents receive 6 weeks paid leave.
Company paid short-term and long-term disability.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Employee uniforms and safety shoes provided-your safety and comfort are our
Tools and equipment provided

Job Tasks
Complete complex maintenance repairs/work orders
Perform routine preventative maintenance of equipment
Advanced system troubleshooting both mechanical and electrical
Clean and sanitize any work area and equipment where work is performed, including critical control points
Complete all tasks in work area on the master cleaning schedule and document
Provides excellent internal customer service
Set up and installation of high speed mechanical seals
Boiler maintenance and troubleshooting including: safety, functionality, and controls
Troubleshoot and repair electrical circuit issues, electro-pneumatic systems, control systems, motor control circuits, electrical and P&ID drawings
Complete and record required daily wastewater tests
Train lower level Maintenance Techs

Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost Requirements:
Lock out/tag out
Fall protection
Emergency evacuations
Inspect, wear and maintain appropriate PPE
Ladder safety
Spill containment and clean-up
Confined space entry
NFPA 70e Arc Flash
Food Defense
GMP's

Experience:
3+ years of maintenance experience in food grade manufacturing preferred
Computer and microprocessors experience preferred (Microsoft Word, Excel)
Knowledge of safety codes, electrical circuits, plant food safety requirements, NFPA 70e, isolation and elimination of energy sources
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
Experience with preventative maintenance programs
Knowledge of electrical systems, PLCs, hydraulics, and pneumatics
Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment
Commitment to safety, quality, and reliability

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required

Physical Demands:
The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and talk and hear; bend, reach, and pull. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds. Employees are often required to climb ladders.

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The temperature in the plant varies seasonally and may be hot and humid in the late summer. The employee may be exposed to the weather outside the plant. The meat room remains cold temperature year round.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud in the production environment. PPE requirements apply.

AFB International is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.