What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Packager position at Just Food For Dogs?
Kitchen Staff: Packager
Job Summary
Pack leaders wanted! We are JustFoodForDogs, and our passion is to help give all animals 'More life. More years. More love.' by providing them with the best diet. If you share our passion, apply to be a Kitchen Packager today! Our most successful Kitchen Packagers are pet owners themselves who care deeply about what they feed their furry family members. They love working in a fast-paced environment and have a keen eye for quality.
Key Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively in a team environment to achieve packaging targets
- Ensure packages are accurately labeled, weighed and sealed
- Perform visual quality inspections of all product that is being packaged
- Effectively manage workflow to achieve goals in a timely manner
- Accurately count finished packages and report totals to supervisors
- Adhere to food safety standards and other workplace policies
- Maintain a clean and organized work station
- Utilize kitchen equipment safely and effectively
- Place finished packages onto appropriate racks/trays
- Correctly mark and label containers and packages as required
Qualifications
Interpersonal Demands
- Work well in a diverse team setting
- Passionate and motivated to make a difference in the health and lives of dogs and cats
- Drive to meet and exceed targets/goals
Physical Demands
- While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear
- The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, and bend
- The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pound
Food Handlers Card required.
Who We Are
Join us in the movement to ensure longer and healthier lives for dogs and cats. JustFoodForDogs is breaking new ground in the world of pet food! Vet-developed and recommended, we started cooking our whole food; human-grade, nutritionally balanced meals in Newport Beach in 2010 and we now have 14 locations in LA, Marin, Orange County and San Diego with continuing growth plans. We offer best in class benefits, health, dental, vision, 401k, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts on our food and supplements. Learn more about what we do at www.justfoodfordogs.com.
Live Our Mission – At JustFoodForDogs, we act with integrity and build trust, treating everyone with dignity and respect. We bring passion to our mission, contribute positively to our environment, and strive to eliminate drama and negativity. Our commitment extends to exceeding expectations and supporting both our communities and the planet.
Be a Team Player – JustFoodForDogs values positive teamwork and strong relationships. We prioritize trust, support, and team success over individual recognition. Our approach is to serve others and focus on collective goals, ensuring that collaboration and mutual support are at the heart of our work.
Maintain a Positive Attitude – At JustFoodForDogs, we bring energy and enthusiasm to inspire our team. We stay optimistic, lead with empathy, and manage change with a positive outlook. Our focus is on constructive feedback and willingly assisting others to foster a supportive and confident workplace.
Deliver Results – We are driven to win with determination and commitment at JustFoodForDogs. We honor our promises, take initiative, and pay attention to the details. Our goal is to consistently deliver on our objectives while holding ourselves and others accountable for results.
JUSTFOODFORDOGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
JUSTFOODFORDOGS does not discriminate due to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability, unemployment status or any other legally protected basis, and to the extent permitted by law.