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Pure Treats Primal Pet Foods, Inc.
(Nights) Production Worker (Traying) - 2/2/3 (17:00-05:30)
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A Production Worker performs a variety of duties in a factory. Operates machinery, manages distribution and provides quality control inspection.
$38,268 / year median in Texas
+8% projected growth
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(Nights) Production Worker (Traying) - 2/2/3 (17:00-05:30) Pure Treats Primal Pet Foods, Inc. Abilene, TX Job Details Full-time $17 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Referral program Pet insurance Qualifications Computer literacy Shop math Weight measurement Measuring ingredients Full Job Description Company Overview Pure Treats Primal Pet Foods (Primal) is a leading manufacturer of fully prepared, human-grade raw foods, treats, and supplements for dogs and cats. Founded on the belief that pets deserve the same high-quality nutrition as their owners, we are committed to enhancing the health, happiness, and overall well-being of pets through wholesome, raw diets that closely mimic what animals thrive on in the wild. As a fast-growing company, we are proud to be building a passionate, dedicated team in Abilene, TX. We're looking for reliable, motivated individuals who share our love for pets and want to contribute to a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Discover what makes Primal Pet Group unique and why our team loves what we do. Come see what we're all about! Job Summary This position is responsible for performing hands-on production work at our Abilene, TX facility. Team members are responsible for prepping, packaging, inserting products into bags and boxes, applying labels, cleaning production areas, and inspecting products to ensure they meet company quality standards and specifications. This role operates in a fast-paced production environment and requires frequent rotation between machines and workstations—at least every 2 hours as needed—to support production flow and team coverage. Successful candidates are detail-oriented, safety-minded, and comfortable performing physical, repetitive work while maintaining high standards for quality, cleanliness, and efficiency. What You'll Do Production & Equipment Support Start up and shut down production equipment as needed Assist with daily production operations across multiple stations Feed materials into machines for processing Load and unload carts, dollies, and production equipment Place items onto equipment and conveyors for processing Package finished products into bags and boxes Apply labels and ensure product identification accuracy Measure, mix, and pour ingredients according to instructions Quality & Compliance Inspect products to ensure quality standards are met Ensure all products conform to company specifications Record production data accurately and completely Follow all QA, GMP, and food safety procedures Take direction from supervisors and follow standard operating procedures Material Handling & Flow Safely move raw materials, WIP, and finished goods throughout the facility Sort, wrap, pack, and repackage materials as needed Transfer finished goods pallets to designated holding areas Return materials to proper departments according to procedures Cleaning & Housekeeping Clean production areas throughout the shift Sweep, mop, and remove debris to maintain a safe workspace Scrape waste material from equipment as required Maintain cleanliness and organization across all assigned areas Additional Responsibilities Operate valves and equipment controls as needed Assist with general production tasks and support team needs Complete additional duties as assigned Maintain punctual and regular attendance Qualifications Required Less than high school education; OR minimum 3 months related experience/training; OR equivalent combination of education and experience Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions Ability to read, write, and communicate simple information Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages) Ability to perform basic weight and quantity measurements Ability to work in a fast-paced, structured production environment Physical Requirements Ability to stand and walk for extended periods Frequent use of hands, arms, and reaching motions Ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs without assistance Ability to lift/move over 50 lbs with assistance when required Exposure to moving mechanical equipment, wet environments, extreme cold, vibration, and loud noise levels Attendance Requirement Must be punctual with strong and consistent attendance Compensation $17 per hour Schedule 2/2/3 (05:00-17:30) Example Schedule for