Internal Employee Listings
Job Title: Accounting Associate
Department: Overhead
Reports to: Director of Finance
FLSA Status: Exempt
Pay rate: $50,000-$70,000/year DOE
Summary
The Accounting Associate will work closely with our Director of Finance to analyze, record, and report manufacturing costs,
support month-end closing, and perform Accounts Receivable (AR)/Accounts Payable (AP) duties. Other tasks as assigned.
Key Job Duties
• Analyze manufacturing, labor, and over costs and compare them to standards to identify variances
• Perform month end closing tasks, including preparing journal entries and reconciliations
• Assist in forecasting and budgeting
• Maintain customer and vendor set up and documentation
• Perform AR duties including disputing claims, following up on past due invoices, and performing credit checks
• Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements
listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field or
• 2 plus years of experience in an accounting field; manufacturing is a plus but not required
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office; specifically, Excel
• Must work well in a fast-paced environment
• Must have solid working knowledge of accounting office functions, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and collections required
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and problem solve
• Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Knowledge and Skills
Must possess the knowledge and understanding of basic math skills.
Must be able to read and write in English.
Must have excellent computer skills.
Must be highly proficient in MS Word and Excel.
Prefer experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 – Business Central or ERP system
Work Environment/Physical Demands
100% of work is performed in an office setting.
Ability to sit, stand and bend.
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: Monday through Friday 8AM-5PM
Job Title: Boiler Operator
Department: Press
Reports to: Operations Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $28.00/hour+
Summary
The Boiler Operator position is responsible for the daily operations of a High-Pressure Steam Boiler, which includes startups and shutdowns, monitoring operations, performing inspections and maintenance as needed.
Key Job Duties:
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Performs daily operations of the boiler including startups and shutdowns.
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Consistently monitors the daily operations of the boiler, documents readings, and data reports.
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Performs routine inspections on the boiler to ensure efficient and safe operation.
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Pull water samples, test water, and adjust chemical quantities for water softener system.
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Identify and troubleshoot problems on boilers and boiler support equipment.
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Perform maintenance on the boiler system as needed.
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Follow all Enterprise CP’s General Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all company and regulatory, food safety, quality and sanitation requirements.
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Maintains communication (oral and written) within the maintenance and boiler team to ensure smooth shift transitions.
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All other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications
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2B Boiler's License or higher required
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HS Diploma/GED preferred
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Ability to read, speak and understand both oral and written instructions
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Must be a self-starter capable of working independently with minimal supervision
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Basic computer knowledge
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Ability to think and use independent judgement in planning and organizing multiple tasks and information requirements
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Ability to demonstrate strong initiative and follow through on day to day responsibilities
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Ability to pass a background check & physical/drug screen
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Experience in a food grade facility preferred specifically dry goods and high-speed packaging
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Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages.
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Ability to solve practical problems and the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram or schedule form.
Knowledge and Skills
Must possess the knowledge and understanding of basic math skills including weight calculations, averages, and percentages.
Must be able to read and write in English.
Must be proficient in MS Word and Excel, have working knowledge in PowerPoint. Access knowledge a plus.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
Ability to sit, stand and bend
Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: 2nd shift Monday-Friday 2:00 PM-10:00PM
3rd shift Monday-Friday 10:00 PM-6:00AM.
Job Title: Facility and Grounds Maintenance
Department: Maintenance
Reports to: Director of Maintenance and Reliability
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay rate: $25.00/hour
Summary
The Facility and Grounds Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing general building and grounds maintenance as well as
maintenance on specified equipment in a timely and accurate manner. They will also assist with performing inspection and preventative maintenance, inspecting all machines, systems and equipment to ensure they are meeting operational standards and perform other tasks as needed.
Key Job Duties
• Perform seasonal snow removal on the sidewalks and entrances of the facility.
• Perform lawn mowing on the company grounds.
• Complete work orders for building upkeep such as patching holes, painting, demolition and some construction work.
• Complete HVAC filter changes and preventative maintenance for belts, ignitor and inducer motor swaps.
• Complete monthly fire extinguisher audits
• Perform weekly fire pump churn testing
• Assist Chief Boiler with preventative maintenance for utility equipment such as oil changes and belt changes.
• General cleaning duties including pressure washing as part of equipment fabrication process.
• Sort parts and maintain cleanliness and organization within the maintenance shop.
• Assist with 5S activities in maintenance shop
• Clean building equipment as needed
• General labor to complete work orders
• General plumbing repairs such as sink/drain/toilet repairs
• Performs planned, corrective and unplanned maintenance on specified equipment.
• Uses available documentation for equipment to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Ensure safety in the work place by eliminating unsafe conditions.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Supports Quality Systems.
• Protect Company assets by the direct intervention of any condition resulting in the abuse of equipment or buildings.
• Maintains communication (oral and written) within the maintenance team to ensure smooth shift transitions.
• Other duties as assigned or required.
Qualifications
• High school diploma, or GED
• Must be a self-starter capable of working in a team-based environment.
• 3-5 years of related experience in a food grade facility. Dry goods and high speed packaging experience preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages.
• Ability to solve practical problems and the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram or schedule form.
• To perform in this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of business software, and manufacturing software.
Knowledge and Skills
Must possess the knowledge and understanding of basic math skills including weight calculations, averages and percentages. Must be able to read and write in English.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Ability to sit, stand and bend. Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: 1st shift Monday through Friday 6:00 AM- 2:30 PM with some overtime possible.
Job Title: Inventory Control Specialist
Department: Manufacturing
Reports to: Director of Finance
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay rate: $22.00-$24.00/hour
Summary
The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for monitoring inventory on the manufacturing floor and ensuring that all materials are
properly verified and reflective of reported inventory. The Inventory Control Specialist will maintain inventory accuracy through proper
counting and accurate processing of material reports and system transfers. Other duties as assigned.
Key Job Duties
• Supports the production staff on the floor with inventory scanning and questions.
• Works with the Inventory Coordinator to reconcile assembly orders and dig into any variances.
• Fixes any inventory discrepancies following company procedures.
• This role is responsible for assisting and training employees on the inventory scanning system. Also provides feedback to
employees when an error is made.
• Assist receiving department when new materials arrive to ensure they are accurately received in.
• Assist in physical inventory and cycle counts.
• Must understand FIFO and lot coding
• Understands the recall and hold process. Will work closely with Quality to address any issues that may come up.
• Other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below
are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Experience with inventory management system/ERP. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central a Plus.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Forklift certification a plus
• Excellent customer service skills. Must be positive, energetic, and outgoing with strong interpersonal skills.
• Must be highly organized, with attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Excellent oral and written skills. Bi-lingual a plus.
• A desire to succeed and good work ethics are required.
• Team player with a sense of urgency and a self-accountability mentality.
Knowledge and Skills
Must possess the knowledge and understanding of basic math skills. Should have excellent computer skills and be highly proficient in
MS Office; Word and Excel. Must be able to read and write in English.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
100% of work is performed in an office or manufacturing setting.
Ability to sit, stand bend and lift at least 25 lbs.
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Monday through Friday – 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM - 40 hours per week
Job Title: Material Handler
Department: Production
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Prduction Manager
SUMMARY:
The Material Handler is responsible for ensuring all products completed
are appropriately labeled and put away in the proper location. Also
responsible for movement of supply on the production floor to assist
production lines.
KEY JOB DUTIES:
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Ensure finished product is appropriately labeled and moved to the proper location.
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Produce accurate and legible paperwork.
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Hold responsibility for food safety.
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Keep required materials full.
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Monitor raw product as it is being introduced to process.
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Cleaning done per operator instruction.
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Constant communication with Production Support Lead.
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Hold forklift certification and scissor lift training.
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Understand warehouse layout.
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Attend training when offered.
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Understand the Hold policy and procedure.
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Ability to dump pasta efficiently in all lines
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Help stage lines and ability to help in receiving as needed
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Train and assist with new forklift material handlers and cheese dumpers
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Other tasks as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
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Excellent customer service skills. Must be positive,energetic, and outgoing with strong interpersonal skills.
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Must be highly organized, with attention to detail and abilityto multitask.
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Excellent oral and written skills.
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A desire to succeed and good work ethics are required.
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Team player with a sense of urgency and a self-
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accountability mentality.
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A passion for excellence.
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Strong ability to take initiative and take charge of a situation.
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Hold forklift certification
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: 2nd Shift Monday through Thursday 4:00 PM to 3:30 AM
Job Title: Quality Technician
Department: Manufacturing
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Quality Manager
Pay Range: $18-25/hour
Summary
The Quality Technician is responsible for assisting the Quality Leadership team in daily assigned duties. The Quality Technician will communicate all quality concerns and/or deficiencies with management and plant personnel and is a driver of quality, safety, and efficiency within the plant.
Key Job Duties:
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of standard operating procedures and production paperwork.
• Maintain the SQF system and ensure compliance by all employees.
• Assist in Food Safety and Quality Training as directed by the Quality Assurance Leadership.
• Assist with updating individual product specifications for all finished products.
• Ensure new and changing raw materials and finished goods are appropriately documented, assisting in maintenance of the Food Safety Plan.
• Assist in submitting and receiving any required certifications and/or claims for finished goods.
• Handle customer sample requests and R&D sample requests for product evaluation, sampling and shipping of samples.
• Assist in the management and completion of internal facility audits (GMP, BGP, etc.) and track corrective actions for completion.
• Assist with external audits and coordinating required follow-up actions.
• Log and track all quality holds, prepare deviation paperwork, and other documents for the Quality Leadership team.
• Track sanitation compliance and assist with cleaning validations as needed.
• Maintain QA Calibration compliance.
• Assist in the evaluation and resolution of customer product quality issues and complaints. Evaluate data and report findings to leadership team for further communication and closure for the customers.
• Manage shipping of any required production samples to 3rd Party/external lab testing as required by the customer.
• Assist in communication and working with Pest Control Representative for any follow up items and logging and tracking any open items in the corrective action register.
• Report directly all quality related activities to the Quality Leadership team and assist in quality projects.
• Maintain the GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices).
• Follow company GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices) and all other quality programs.
• Wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when required.
• Responsible for ensuring work area is clean and organized.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision and as a member of a team.
• Strictly adhere to all Safety policies.
• Committed to ensuring that the products produced meet all food safety and quality requirements.
• Must follow all Safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
· High-energy, flexible, self-starter, hands on, comfortable with little or no administrative support.
· Attention to detail and drive for process improvement
· Excellent oral and written skills.
· A desire to succeed and good work ethics are required.
· Team player with a sense of urgency and a self-accountability mentality.
· A passion for excellence.
· SQF and/or GFSI experience preferred.
· 3-5 years’ experience in a production or manufacturing environment preferred
Knowledge and Skills:
Must possess the knowledge and understanding of basic math skills including weight calculations, averages, and percentages. Should have excellent computer skills and be highly proficient in MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
70% of work is performed in an office setting
30% of work is performed in a manufacturing environment
Ability to sit, stand, bend and lift at least 30 lbs.
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: 1st shift Monday through Thursday 4:30AM to 3:30PM; 2nd Shift Monday through Thursday 4:00 PM to 3:30 AM
Job Title: R&D Food Technologist
Department: Overhead
Reports to: Director of Quality & Technical Services
FLSA Status: Exempt
Pay range: $50,000-$75,000/year
Position Objective
The R&D Food Technologist is dedicated to the commercialization of innovative pasta products, macaroni and cheese, and
prepared pasta dinners. This individual will play a key role in generating new business opportunities, driving product
innovation, and working closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, R&D, and product development, to bring
new products to market.
Key Job Duties:
50% Product Innovation & Commercialization:
• Support the development of new pasta, macaroni and cheese, and dinner products from concept to
commercialization.
• Work closely with Lead R&D Tech and Technical Services team.
• Ensure new products are developed to meet cost, quality, and performance standards while aligning with brand
goals.
• Partner with Quality and Production to ensure seamless product development and launch.
20% Project Management:
• Oversee the product development timeline, ensuring deadlines are met for product testing, regulatory approvals, and
production scale-up.
• Manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that each product development initiative progresses
smoothly and on time.
10% Quality and Compliance:
• Work with quality assurance teams to ensure new products meet food safety regulations, labeling standards, and any
necessary certifications.
• Ensure products meet the company’s sustainability goals and consumer expectations regarding health, nutrition, and
taste.
10% Cross-functional Collaboration:
• Collaborate with sales/marketing to create go-to-market strategies, including packaging design, promotional
materials, and messaging.
• Communicate with Procurement about suppliers, vendors, and external partners to source ingredients, packaging,
and production resources as needed.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance to ensure equipment compatibility and reliability with intended
products from product ideation through commercialization.
10% New Business Development:
• Identify market trends and consumer preferences to drive new business opportunities in the pasta and prepared
meals category.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to explore new partnerships, retail opportunities, and distribution
channels.
• Conduct competitive analysis and market research to assess potential for new product lines and product extensions.
Knowledge and Skills
Required
• Bachelor’s degree in food science or business, or a related field (culinary arts, chemistry, biology) or 3-5 years of
experience in R&D role such as product development, business development, or brand management in the food
industry (preferably in pasta or prepared meals).
Preferred
• Strong understanding of food manufacturing processes, ingredients, and trends in the pasta industry.
• Excellent communication and project management skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and manage
multiple priorities.
• Experience with pasta and macaroni & cheese products specifically.
• Passion for food innovation and staying ahead of industry trends.
• Proven track record in new product commercialization, from ideation to launch.
• Familiarity with regulatory and quality compliance requirements in food production.
• Strong knowledge of consumer behavior and market research methodologies.
Skills
• Self-starter, creative and problem solver
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate data
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Passion for excellence
• Value and build a culture of measurement
• Ability to work independently and execute a plan
• Ability to travel to customers, trainings or tradeshows
• Must be proficient in MS Word and Excel, have working knowledge in PowerPoint.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
50% office setting 40% lab setting, 10% manufacturing setting
Ability to sit, stand and bend.
Ability to lift at least 30 lbs.
Schedule: Full-time 8:00AM-5:00PM Monday-Friday, onsite 100% of the time in Long Prairie facility.
Job Title: Receiving
Department: Warehouse
Reports to: Operations Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay: $21.00-23.00/hour
Summary
The Shipping/Receiving Material Handler is responsible for ensuring all products completed in packaging are appropriately labeled and put away in the proper location. Also responsible for staging orders and loading trucks.
Key Job Duties:
• Ensure material packaged are appropriately labeled and put away in the warehouse.
• Stages loads for trucks scheduled for the next morning.
• Communicates with shipping team and manager daily to stay updated on upcoming trucks and other priorities.
• Understand and follow shipping/receiving procedure.
• Produce accurate and legible paperwork.
• Communicates with leadership throughout the shift to understanding what will be produced on the shift.
• Complete daily/weekly/monthly cycle counts of the finished goods warehouse, to include identification and resolution of any discrepancies.
• Responsible for cleaning shipping/receiving area.
• Hold responsibility for food safety.
• Understand warehouse layout.
• Attend training when offered.
• Understand the Hold policy and procedure.
• Understand FIFO and lot coding.
• Other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Excellent customer service skills. Must be positive, energetic, and outgoing with strong interpersonal skills. • Must be highly organized, with attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Excellent oral and written skills.
• A desire to succeed and good work ethics are required.
• Team player with a sense of urgency and a self-accountability mentality.
• A passion for excellence.
• Strong ability to take initiative and take charge of a situation.
• Hold forklift certification and scissor lift training.
Knowledge and Skills
• Must possess the knowledge and understanding of basic math skills.
• Must be able to read and write in English.
• Must have excellent computer skills.
• Must be able to accurately use scanners for product tracking.
• Must be highly proficient in MS Word and Excel.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
• 100% of work is performed in an office or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to sit, stand and bend.
• Ability to lift to 75 pounds.
Schedule: Full-time Shift: 1st shift , Monday through Friday 7:00am-3:00pm
2nd shift Monday through Friday 3:00pm-11:00pm.