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Tuffy Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Warehouse Truck Jockey/Forklift Operator- Tuffy's Pet Foods Hours: 3pm-11pm M-F Compensation: * All in hourly compensation: $24.84/hr * Base Pay: $20.96/hr * Sign on Bonus: $1.22/hr * $1.40/hr for ...

Warehouse Truck Jockey/Forklift Operator- Tuffy's Pet Foods Hours: 3pm-11pm M-F Compensation: * All in hourly compensation: $24.84/hr * Base Pay: $20.96/hr * Sign on Bonus: $1.22/hr * $1.40/hr for ...

Warehouse Truck Jockey/Forklift Operator- Tuffy's Pet Foods Hours: 3pm-11pm M-F Compensation: * All in hourly compensation: $24.84/hr * Base Pay: $20.96/hr * Sign on Bonus: $1.22/hr * $1.40/hr for ...

Extruder Operator

Delano, MN · On-site

$25.62/hr

2nd Shift 3PM - 1AM (Monday - Thursday) $24.17/HR + 6% Shift Differential Our Story KLN Family Brands is a 3rd generation family-owned business that started in 1964 with its corporate headquarters ...

Extruder Operator

Delano, MN · On-site

$25.62/hr

2nd Shift 3PM - 1AM (Monday - Thursday) $24.17/HR + 6% Shift Differential Our Story KLN Family Brands is a 3rd generation family-owned business that started in 1964 with its corporate headquarters ...

General Labor

Delano, MN · On-site

$19.97/hr

Monday - Thursday 3pm - 1am Pay: $18.84 + 6% Shift Differential Our Story KLN Family Brands is a 3rd generation family-owned business that started in 1964 with its corporate headquarters located in ...

Labor General

Delano, MN · On-site

$19.97/hr

Lunes - jueves 3pm - 1am Pago: $18.84 + 6% de diferencial de turno Nuestra historia KLN Family Brands es un negocio familiar de tercera generación que comenzó en 1964 con su sede corporativa ...

Slurry/Feed Operator

Delano, MN · On-site

$24.17 - $25.62/hr

2nd Shift 3PM - 1AM (Monday - Thursday) $24.17 /HR + 6% Shift Differential Our Story KLN Family Brands is a 3rd generation family-owned business that started in 1964 with its corporate headquarters ...

Packaging Operator

Delano, MN · On-site

$21.83/hr

1st Shift 5AM - 3PM (Monday - Thursday) $21.83 /HR Our Story KLN Family Brands is a 3rd generation family-owned business that started in 1964 with its corporate headquarters located in Perham, MN, in ...

Packaging Operator

Delano, MN · On-site

$21.83/hr

1st Shift 5AM - 3PM (Monday - Thursday) $21.83 /HR Our Story KLN Family Brands is a 3rd generation family-owned business that started in 1964 with its corporate headquarters located in Perham, MN, in ...

Slurry/Feed Operator

Delano, MN · On-site

$24.17 - $25.62/hr

2nd Shift 3PM - 1AM (Monday - Thursday) $24.17 /HR + 6% Shift Differential Our Story KLN Family Brands is a 3rd generation family-owned business that started in 1964 with its corporate headquarters ...

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How much do tuffy jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for tuffy in Minnesota is $25.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.71 and $29.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Tuffy do?

As a Tuffy Auto Service Technician, your day typically involves performing diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on a variety of vehicles. You’ll interact with service advisors to discuss necessary repairs and explanations for customers, manage work orders, and stay up to date on the latest automotive technology. The work environment is usually fast-paced and collaborative, as technicians often support each other to meet daily service goals. Regular training opportunities may be available, paving the way for advancement to senior technician or management positions within the company.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a Tuffy?

To thrive as a Tuffy Auto Service Technician, you need strong automotive repair skills, mechanical aptitude, and relevant certifications such as ASE or a state-specific automotive technician license. Familiarity with diagnostic software, automotive tools, and service management systems is often required. Outstanding customer service, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a team environment are also crucial. These skills and qualities are essential to ensuring accurate vehicle maintenance, customer satisfaction, and a smoothly running service center.

What is a Tuffy?

A Tuffy job typically refers to a position at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service, a company specializing in automotive repair and maintenance. Employees in a Tuffy job may work as technicians, mechanics, or customer service representatives, handling vehicle diagnostics, repairs, and customer interactions. The role often requires automotive knowledge, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to quality service.

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Infographic showing various Tuffy job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $53,236 per year, or $25.6 per hour.

CDL Driver - Mid Shift

Tuffy's Pet Foods

Perham, MN • On-site

$24.84/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago


Job description

Warehouse Truck Jockey/Forklift Operator– Tuffy’s Pet Foods

Hours: 3pm-11pm M-F

Compensation:

  • All in hourly compensation: $24.84/hr
    • Base Pay: $20.96/hr
    • Sign on Bonus: $1.22/hr
    • $1.40/hr for CDL: $1.40/hr
    • 6% Shift Differential for Mid Shift: $1.26
  • Profit Sharing Eligibility: Begins after completing 1 year of employment ($7.7 Million in Profits Paid to Profit Sharing Pool in 2025)

Our Coolest Benefit - Profit Sharing!

In our most recent fiscal year, KLN Family Brands paid out over $7.7 million into our profit sharing pool for employees!!

Our Story

KLN Family Brands is a 3rd generation family-owned business that started in 1964 with its corporate headquarters located in Perham, MN, in the heart of MN lakes country. Together, our companies manufacture a diverse and expanding range of high-quality human and pet food products.

At KLN Family Brands, our vision is that “We are a proud people-first company. We are successful because of trust-based relationships, and first-rate products for our families and friends. We better the world by caring for others. We challenge. We grow. We inspire.”

Some companies have to “fudge the story” a little. Some need the extra “spin” to shine a positive light on themselves. That’s not who we are at KLN Family Brands, and that’s not what we do. We tell the story of our brand – our people, the quality of our products, our spirit & moxie, our tradition, and the way we treat our community & beyond. We do it in a genuine way because we genuinely believe we’re a pretty amazing company.

The Opportunity

Tuffy’s Pet Food is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the Mid Shift, Warehouse Truck Jockey/Forklift Operator position. Requirements, desired qualification, skills and abilities located below.


Essential Duties:

  • Be able to operate forklifts, push pulls, do daily forklift inspections
  • Drive the jockey truck, move trailers, transfer product, truck inspections
  • Maintain a continuous flow of material for warehouse & production lines
  • Load & ship finished goods
  • Have knowledge of all products in warehouse and ship them in a proper manner
  • Do shipping and receiving documents accurately
  • Haul garbage to the compactor
  • Clean the warehouse, run power sweepers
  • Wrap product for UPS shipments
  • Do inventory both year end and monthly
  • Give breaks to line pullers
  • Scale trucks in and out as needed


Qualifications

  • Must be able to read, speak, write and understand English
  • Must have a CDL License
  • Able to operate forklift, push pulls safely and efficiently
  • Self-Motivated
  • Knowledge of all products stored in warehouse
  • General mathematical skills
  • Basic computer skills
  • Follow company policies
  • Up to date health card

Benefits

  • Health, Dental, & Vision
    • Wellness program discounts - up to $150 discounted towards health insurance monthly
  • 104 Hours of PTO Accrued in First Year of Employment
  • 7 Paid Holidays
  • KLN Clinic - Free doctor visits & more than 300 free prescriptions
  • 401k Match Opportunity
    • Opportunity to meet with our onsite financial advisors
  • $10,000 Forgivable Home Grant Program
  • Tuition Assistance

*All hires are contingent on a clean background check and a successful drug test (UA), this means that a job offer is not final until both the background check and drug test results are satisfactory to the employer*