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We focus on the unique needs of cats and dogs. Our obsession with detail allows us to deliver precise, effective nutrition and help them become their magnificent best.\nAs part of our overall total compensation package, Royal Canin offers a competitive benefits package to all associates: Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, and 401k match. Associates are also immediately eligible (based on hire date) for up to three weeks of vacation, 12 Paid Holidays per year, Sick Pay, Maternity & Parental Leave, and annual bonus earning potential, plus many other ancillary benefits not listed here.\nRole Purpose & Military Value\nThe Grinding Utility role functions as a member of an area team that is directly responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities. This is a high-autonomy, leadership-oriented role where you will operate/change over specified machinery, coordinate shifts, and manage daily crewing needs-frequently without direct supervision.\nWe highly value the leadership, technical troubleshooting, shift coordination, and peer-training skills of military Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs), Petty Officers, and technical specialists. If you have experience managing watch bills, crew assignments, equipment maintenance, or training junior service members, your skills are directly transferable here.\nKey Responsibilities\n Autonomous Leadership: Provide operational leadership and shift coordination for full shifts or multiple process areas, often without a production supervisor assigned (analogous to Tactical Operations/Watch Standing).\n Crewing & Scheduling: Address daily crewing needs and shift schedule changes for optimized operation using planning skills and Staffing Tools (analogous to managing Watch Bills, Duty Rosters, or Section Staffing).\nProduction & Efficiency: Meet or exceed plant productivity goals by directing operational needs, staffing, and inventories.\nEquipment Operation & Troubleshooting: Safely and efficiently operate pet food manufacturing equipment. Monitor production lines, identify faults, and immediately escalate complex downtime to Maintenance or QA.\nResource Coordination: Facilitate clear communication and planning with other leads/operators to ensure seamless shift changeovers, minimize downtime, manage waste, and ensure all ingredients and supplies are prepared.\n On-the-Job Training: Conduct structured training and peer guidance for new associates on safety requirements, technical equipment operation, quality systems, and sanitation (analogous to Unit/Section Training and Certification).\nConflict Resolution & Team Building: Successfully resolve operational challenges and conflicts by listening, sharing information, and fostering a high-performing, positive team climate.\nReporting: Ensure all process logs, quality reports, and shift documentation are completed accurately, legibly, and on time.\nPhysical Requirements & Working Environment\nStanding on a concrete floor for extended periods.\nWearing proper personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform).\nBending, stooping, twisting, turning, reaching, climbing stairs, and regularly lifting up to 55 lbs.\nAdaptability to environmental and temperature extremes (hot/cold climates, dust, dirt, and food-safe chemicals).\nVision correctable to 20/20.\nQualifications & Experience\nMinimum Requirements:\nBe 18 years of age or older.\nHave a High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.\nMust be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules (night shift focus).\nAbility to understand and effectively communicate in the English language.\n Preferred Skills & Experience (Civilian or Military Equivalent):\n Machine Operation: 1 year of experience operating machinery or managing technical systems (e.g., motor pool, aviation support, electrical/mechanical systems).\nTechnical Discipline: 1 year of experience in manufacturing, mechanical repair, trade discipline, or tactical equipment 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