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Carnivore Meat Company is the nation’s leading private-label provider of premium-quality, raw frozen and freeze-dried pet food and treats. The Green Bay-based, privately-held company manufactures products under the Vital Essentials and Vital Cat brands and also provides private label products for some of the largest pet brands in the world. Carnivore’s mission is to provide dogs and cats (and other carnivorous pets) the opportunity to lead long, vibrant, healthy lives, with premium raw foods that are sourced, made and packaged in the USA.

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Join the fastest growing raw pet food company in the world!

We always accept applications for the following areas:

  • Machine Operator
  • Warehouse
  • Packaging
  • Sanitation
  • Team Leads

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Drop off at:
2878 Ontario Road, Green Bay, WI 54311

Mail: P.O. Box 9227, Green Bay, WI 54308

Email: hr@carnivoremeat.com

Current Job Openings

Quality Assurance Inspector - 2nd shift | Green Bay WI

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ID: 2117650
Job Type: Full-time
Posted Date: January 16, 2025
Salary:

Job Description

IMAGINE THIS:

  • An opportunity to leverage your God-given talents within our quality and regulatory department.
  • Being rewarded for helping pets all across America live longer, healthier, happier lives. 
  • Limitless growth, development and advancement opportunities. 
  • An owner who embraces new ideas and looks for ways to say "YES" instead of "no". 
  • A rapidly growing, privately owned business that cares about you and your success. 


ROLE ACCOUNTABILITY:

  • Evaluate and test product to verify conformance to requirements per the Quality Plan.
  • Place product on physical hold when it does not meet the requirements of the Quality Plan and send communication to impacted personnel.
  • Assist production personnel in the determination of root cause and implementation of corrective actions when product is found not to meet requirements.
  • Obtain raw material samples from the production and bring them to the lab for testing.
  • Perform visual and swab pre-operational verification of sanitation activities and facilitate corrective and preventive action as necessary.
  • Communicate with personnel when hygiene practices are not being followed.
  • Perform glass and brittle plastic audits.
  • Perform and record scale weight verifications.
  • Perform oxygen analyzer verifications.
  • Enter data into and navigate within various computer systems.
  • Fill sanitation and personnel hygiene supplies throughout the production areas of the facility.
  • Report issues with regards to the Food Safety Management System (FSMS) to the Director of Quality Assurance or executive leadership team and adhere to the requirements of the FSMS.


HERE'S THE PROFILE OF OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:

  • You’re a stickler for quality results...relentlessly challenging yourself to greater heights.
  • You live HACCP, OSHA, FDA, USDA, APHIS, FSIS, GFSI, and FSMA as part of your every day.
  • You understand the practicality of quality and operations working together to achieve success.
  • You drive yourself harder than anyone else ever would or could.
  • You prioritize better than all others and ALWAYS exceed role requirements.
  • You are a pet owner and pet lover and you openly exhibit your passion for pets.  
  • Your references validate a proven successful track record and a devout work ethic.


SUCCESS FACTOR SNAPSHOT:

First 30 days: 

  • Develop an intimate understanding of our organization’s mission, culture, team, products, and role expectations.
  • Develop an intimate knowledge of the cold processing food safety and food quality plans.
  • Develop competency in the following:
  • Performing verification activities communicated in the food safety and food quality plans.
  • Communicating food safety and food quality verification findings to production personnel and work to correct unacceptable findings.
  • Looking up item information in the Enterprise Planning System.
  • Placing materials on hold and investing root cause.
  • Identifying and communicating practices that do not meet good manufacturing standards.

First 60 days:  

  • Develop proficiency in the following:
  • Performing verification activities communicated in the food safety and food quality plans.
  • Communicating food safety and food quality verification findings to production personnel and work to correct unacceptable findings.
  • Looking up item information in the Enterprise Planning System.
  • Placing materials on hold and investing root cause.
  • Identifying and communicating practices that do not meet good manufacturing standards.

First 90 days:  

  • Become the point person on the production floor regarding quality and food safety questions.
  • Identify opportunities and facilitate efforts for improvements in the areas of food safety and quality.

Ongoing:

  • Work collaboratively with production personnel and the QA Lead to make decisions that are best for the organization.
  • Identify opportunities for improvement in the areas of food safety and quality and facilitate the implementation of those efforts (take from "first 90 days").
  • Be a strong advocate for food safety and product quality.


WELCOME TO OUR WORLD!

With arms wide open, we invite you to get to know us, see what makes us tick and how we roll at Carnivore. These shared ideals, beliefs and practices are what defines us and how the world sees us. Carnivore may not be for everyone…and that’s ok. No fine print. No misleading ads. There’s no mistaking who we are or confusing us for anyone else. We trust that you’ll appreciate that. Here’s what it takes to be one of us:

 

  • Doing whatever is necessary to ensure that any potential customer anywhere in the world, who wants us or needs us, will invariably choose us.
  • Communicating clearly, directly, candidly, and timely with all others inside and outside of the organization.
  • Pioneering and constantly innovating to find ways to say “YES” and make the impossible…possible.
  • Contributing in objectively measurable ways to the success of others in the organization.
  • Fearless decision making…empowering everyone with an opportunity to lead in any given circumstance.
  • Creating a business that will at all times and under any circumstances be strategically profitable.
  • Generating market intelligence that provides us an unassailable competitive advantage.    
  • Losing no customers under my watch.
  • Contributing to every customer’s success in objectively measurable ways.
  • Unrelenting support and re-enforcement of our Culture, Mission, and Strategic Initiatives.
  • Doing ALL things in life with intention and purpose.


ABOUT US:

Carnivore Meat Company is a rapidly growing, award winning raw pet food company located in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Most recently, we have been recognized for our accomplishments in growth and manufacturing excellence and were recipients of the following: Greater Green Bay Chamber Growth Award, State Manufacturer of the Year Award, Governor’s Export Achievement Award, the Greater Green Bay Chamber Manufacturing Award of Distinction, and Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Company.


We manufacture, sell, and market the most delicious, nutritious and innovative pet foods and treats in the world, serving over 5,000 pet supply stores nationwide and 14 international markets around the world. We believe that every dog and cat deserve the finest food available to them. Therefore, we will leverage our God-given talents, passion and resources to do whatever is necessary to ensure that any pet parent, who wants or needs us, will have a convenient and effective mechanism to access and procure our “World Class” pet food and pet treats. We are in continuous pursuit of extraordinary, passionate and innovative people who will help us make good on this promise! LONG LIVE PETS!

Job Requirements

OTHER:

Please send a letter of introduction telling us why you should be our top candidate. Interested candidates who include "I LOVE PETS!" in the letter and/or subject line will go to the front of the line. Background check, pre-employment drug screen and industry non-compete are required. 


Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. 

Experience:

  • No experience preferred. 
  • Must feel “at home” in a refrigerated, multi-cultural, meat-processing environment.
  • Must be able to be on your feet all day and repeatedly lift at least 40 pounds.
  • Food and/or meat industry experience a plus.
  • Must possess advanced computer communications, organizational and public speaking skills.

Benefits:

  • 401K, medical, dental, vision, pet, life, and voluntary life insurance, PTO, paid holidays, tuition and wellness reimbursements, employee discounts on pet food


This position resides at our corporate office in Green Bay, WI. No relocation package available. 


Carnivore Meat Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Territory Sales Manager, PacNW | Remote Worker - N/A

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ID: 2920586
Job Type: Full-time
Posted Date: December 16, 2024
Salary: $65,000-$85,000

Job Description

Come join one of the fastest growing frozen and freeze-dried raw brands in the country in 2024! Vital Essentials is seeking an energetic, curious, tenacious problem solver to manage our neighborhood pet business in Washington, Oregon, adjacent territories, and managing distributor partners and retail stores throughout the territory.


Vital Essentials has radically transformed its branding and position in the marketplace. We’ve always created the best butcher cut raw food for dogs and cats – now it’s time to let stores and pet owners know about it. 


If you have existing relationships with independent pet stores, distributors, and decision makers in the territory; if you are not only a strong individual salesperson but also a successful manager of distribution partners; if you have been successful in overcoming objections and gaining shelf placement; if you have taken a store from $0 in sales to brand champion – Vital Essentials is the home for you.


Join us in the early stages of building the fastest growing, healthiest, and most nutritious food available in the independent channel! 


-Grant Dilworth, Manager of Field Sales and Distribution – Western US


Base Salary Range: $65,000-$85,000, with incentive potential for achieving territory-specific growth targets.


IMAGINE THIS:

· A full portfolio to sell dog, cat, frozen, freeze dried, treats, and more!

· Virtually unlimited leads, thanks to our industry leading “Raw Bar” – in place in over 5000 stores!

· A new, state of the art manufacturing facility to show off to customers!

· Virtually unlimited production capacity, ensuring industry leading fill rates! 

· Resources “at the ready” to say “YES!” to retailers looking for partnership.

· A culture with purpose – supporting timely decision making, candor, clarity, and pioneering ideas.

· A rapidly growing, award-winning and privately-owned business that cares about you and your success.


THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

· You have a proven track record of managing and executing new territorial sales growth strategies, total portfolio penetration, and demand generation at the retail level.

· You are a creative and strategic thinker with an ability to identify and capitalize on new opportunities for growth.

· You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to analyze data, understand trends, and make data-driven decisions.

· You drive yourself harder than anyone else ever would or could.

· You prioritize better than all others and ALWAYS exceed role requirements. 

· You are a pet owner and pet lover, and you openly exhibit your passion for pets.


ROLE ACCOUNTABILITY:

Overview:

The Territory Sales Manager is responsible for the performance of independent pet stores and distributors in an assigned region. Working with distributor sales representatives, this associate will drive new store acquisition, total portfolio penetration, and demand generation at retail. This position reports to the Manager of Distribution and Field Sales. 


Responsibilities:

  • Establish and grow independent retail partner accounts in assigned region inclusive of regional multi-unit accounts
    • Identify, nurture, and open relationships with new independent retail stores
    • Conduct effective and value-add store visits in 25+ stores per week
    • Identify SKU gap opportunities and develop plans to close gaps at existing Vital Essentials retail partners
    • Ensure all Vital Essentials categories are represented in retail partner stores
    • Identify and relaunch former Vital Essentials retail partners lost over time
    • Achieve sales quotas and targets and report on deviations.
    • Train retail store teams on the benefits of Vital Essentials products
    • Manage trade spend to ensure profitable growth
    • Ensure participation in national programs (Astro Loyalty, Astro Offers, LMS, etc)
    • Work with stores to secure effective merchandising and incremental placement
  • Partner with distributor representatives in assigned region
    • Develop working relationships with distributor territory managers to become the number one recommended brand in the       region
    • Ride along with distributor representatives to target accounts and develop mutual plans to secure orders and placement
    • Attend distributor events and open houses in assigned region
    • In conjunction with the Vital Essentials Director of Distribution and Field Sales, ensure accurate forecasting and inventory levels to prevent out of stocks in distributor warehouses
  • Support strategic national accounts in assigned region
    • Train and educate strategic account associates
    • Support national strategies developed by the Vital Essentials Strategic Account Manager
    • Support events including demos, sampling, and off-site activities (Bark in the Park, etc)

We believe in the importance of outlining specific expectations for this role BEFORE you apply. The best time to know what’s expected of you is prior to applying for the role and a “no surprises” approach is the right thing to do.


SUCCESS FACTOR SNAPSHOT:

A successful Territory Sales Manager will:


First 30 days:

· Complete Training on Carnivore organization, mission, culture, team, products, and role responsibilities

· Complete Nutrition Specialist Certifications via third party training platform

· Schedule and complete introductory calls with distributor and rep group counterparts

· Leveraging existing retailer relationships, identify and secure early wins in new store placement or substantial SKU gap fill in 5 accounts.

· Connect with top 50% of existing accounts in person, via phone, or via email to introduce yourself and start relationships


First 60 days:

· Complete ride-alongs with 50% of distributor rep counterparts

· Schedule monthly recurring 1 on 1 calls with each Distributor Rep in your Territory

· Meet top 10 independent accounts to plan strategy for balance of year

· Leveraging existing retailer relationships, identify and secure early wins in new store placement or SKU gap fill in 10 additional accounts.

· Connect with bottom 50% of existing accounts in person, via phone, or via email to introduce yourself and start relationship


First 90 days:

· Complete ride-alongs with additional 25% of distributor rep counterparts

· Sustain monthly wholesale sales growth of 15%+ in your territory

First 6 months:

· Complete ride-alongs with final 25% of distributor rep counterparts

· Sustain monthly wholesale sales growth of 15%+ in your territory


First year:

· Become the trusted business partner for the top 50 accounts in your territory, leveraging those partnerships for growth that exceeds overall company growth


Ongoing:

· Report issues with regards to the food safety/quality assurance system (FSQA) to Leadership and adhere to the requirements of the FSQA standards.

· Consistently meet and surpass sales targets through problem solving and relationship building with decision makers in the retail and distribution space.

· Continuously hunt for new opportunities to add to your region's pipeline.


OTHER:

Please send a letter of introduction telling us why you should be our top candidate. Interested candidates who include “I LOVE PETS!” in the letter and/or subject line will go to the front of the line. Background check, pre-employment drug screen, a valid drivers license, vehicle insurance and industry non-compete are required. This role is a remote position based in the California; ideal candidates will be located within SoCal.
 

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited university or equivalent business experience.
 

Experience:

· A minimum of 3 years’ experience in the independent pet specialty channel working with distributors to expand rooftops and item penetration, preferably with a high growth pet food brand or distributor

· Experience securing placement from competitors by developing comprehensive solutions tailored to an individual retailer’s market dynamics 

· An ability to travel at least 50% of the time, along with a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance

· Must have sufficient computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft and Gsuite applications. Experience with Salesforce is desired.


 Benefits: 4% 401K match, medical, dental, vision, voluntary life, short-term and long-term disability, and pet insurance, 100% company-paid life insurance, 9 paid holidays, PTO, employee discounts on pet food and treats, wellness program, EAP

Carnivore Meat Company is an equal opportunity employer.

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Freeze Dry Production Associate | Green Bay WI

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ID: 2399550
Job Type: Full-time
Posted Date: October 17, 2024
Salary:

Job Description

IMAGINE THIS:

  • Starting wage is $20/hr for QUALIFIED CANDIDATES.
  • First shift work, 4-10's, no nights or weekends (unless production needs are high).
  • Utilizing your gifts and talents to helping pets all across the world lead longer, happier, healthier lives.
  • Limitless growth, development and advancement opportunities. 
  • A rapidly growing, award-winning, privately-owned business that cares about you and your success. 
  • Nine paid holidays (including one floating holiday to use as you choose), company-paid events and MUCH more!!!


ROLE ACCOUNTABILITY:

  • Retrieve product carts that have been instructed to be retrieved by supervisor from freezer and bring them to computer station.
  • Load freeze dryers by pushing product carts up an incline into freeze dryers.
  • Pre-operation: ensure freeze dryers are in optimal working condition in order to prevent damaged product by following established standard operating procedure (SOP).
  • Unload carts of pet food products by pulling product carts down a decline.
  • Verify product cart weight and record amount on production paperwork.
  • Inspect product for correct dryness and deposit product into shipping containers.
  • Report issues with regards to the food safety/quality assurance system (FSQA) to leadership and adhere to the requirements of the FSQA standards.
  • Follow all safety procedures.
  • Perform all task requests, regardless of job level.
  • Assist in other departments as needed.


HERE’S THE PROFILE OF OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:

  • You have a balanced work and personal life, ensuring all areas are strong and healthy.
  • You drive yourself harder than anyone else ever would or could.
  • You manage your time better than any other and ALWAYS exceed expectations - this includes being punctual and having good attendance.
  • You naturally appreciate how your role impacts the totality of the operation’s success.
  • You are a pet owner and/or pet lover and you openly exhibit your passion for pets and pet health.


SUCCESS FACTOR SNAPSHOT:

First 30 days: 

  • Successfully onboard and develop an understanding of our organization, mission, team, products and role expectations.
  • Learn Carnivore Culture.

First 60 days:  

  • Successfully pass annual testing for blood borne pathogens and lockout/tag-out.

First 90 days:  

  • Complete department-specific training and other business-related applications by learning SOPs associated with your area of responsibility.
  • Exhibit Carnivore Culture behaviors.

First 6 months:

  • Follow SOPs for your equipment or process without supervision

First 9 months:

  • Learn set-up for your area under supervision.

First 12 months:

  • Perform set-ups for your area without supervision and pass annual retests.

Ongoing:

  • Champion and mentor others in Carnivore Culture behaviors.
  • Consistently meet or exceed production goals.
  • Report issues with regards to the food safety/quality assurance system (FSQA) to leadership and adhere to the requirements of the FSQA standards.

Stretch Goals – We believe in career advancement!

  • Train others to do set-up for your area.
  • Learn SOPs for second machine or process.
  • Consistently meet or exceed production goals for second machine or process.
  • Learn how to do set-up for second machine or process under supervision.
  • Perform set-ups for multiple machines or processes without supervision and pass annual retests.
  • Train others how to do set-ups for multiple machines and processes.
  • Become a specialist and/or technical expert in your area of responsibility!


WELCOME TO OUR WORLD!

With arms wide open, we invite you to get to know us, see what makes us tick and how we roll at Carnivore. These shared ideals, beliefs and practices are what defines us and how the world sees us. Carnivore may not be for everyone…and that’s ok. No fine print. No misleading ads. There’s no mistaking who we are or confusing us for anyone else. We trust that you’ll appreciate that. Here’s what it takes to be one of us:

 

  • Doing whatever is necessary to ensure that any potential customer anywhere in the world, who wants us or needs us, will invariably choose us.
  • Communicating clearly, directly, candidly, and timely with all others inside and outside of the organization.
  • Pioneering and constantly innovating to find ways to say “YES” and make the impossible…possible.
  • Contributing in objectively measurable ways to the success of others in the organization.
  • Fearless decision making…empowering everyone with an opportunity to lead in any given circumstance.
  • Creating a business that will at all times and under any circumstances be strategically profitable.
  • Generating market intelligence that provides us an unassailable competitive advantage.    
  • Losing no customers under my watch.
  • Contributing to every customer’s success in objectively measurable ways.
  • Unrelenting support and re-enforcement of our Culture, Mission, and Strategic Initiatives.
  • Doing ALL things in life with intention and purpose.


ABOUT US:

Carnivore Meat Company is a rapidly growing, award winning raw pet food company located in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Most recently, we have been recognized for our accomplishments in growth and manufacturing excellence and were recipients of the following: Greater Green Bay Chamber Growth Award, State Manufacturer of the Year Award, Governor’s Export Achievement Award, the Greater Green Bay Chamber Manufacturing Award of Distinction, and Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Company.


We manufacture, sell, and market the most delicious, nutritious and innovative pet foods and treats in the world, serving over 5,000 pet supply stores nationwide and 14 international markets around the world. We believe that every dog and cat deserve the finest food available to them. Therefore, we will leverage our God-given talents, passion and resources to do whatever is necessary to ensure that any pet parent, who wants or needs us, will have a convenient and effective mechanism to access and procure our “World Class” pet food and pet treats. We are in continuous pursuit of extraordinary, passionate and innovative people who will help us make good on this promise! LONG LIVE PETS!

Job Requirements

OTHER:

Pre-employment drug screen and confidentiality agreement are required. Position based in Green Bay, WI. No relocation assistance available. 


Education: High school diploma or equivalent.


Experience & Abilities:

  • No experience preferred.
  • Able to safely push and pull wheeled carts weighing between 400-500 pounds up an incline. 
  • Able to safely lift up to 60 pounds frequently and stand for entire shift.
  • Able to safely walk, bend, stoop, push, pull, turn, stretch, reach, etc.
  • Able to follow written and verbal instructions, have attention-to-detail, and work well in a team environment.
  • Basic math skills and the ability to count accurately.
  • Must feel "at home" in a multi-cultural, meat-processing environment.


Benefits:

  • Weekly direct deposit
  • 4% 401k match, medical, dental, vision, voluntary life and pet insurance, 100% company-paid life insurance, 9 paid holidays, tuition and wellness reimbursement, and employee discounts on pet food and treats


Carnivore Meat Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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Master Sanitation Specialist | Green Bay WI

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ID: 2727627
Job Type: Full-time
Posted Date: September 13, 2024
Salary:

Job Description

Headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin, and a pioneer in raw pet food since 2009, Carnivore Meat Company provides pets with the opportunity to lead long, vibrant, healthy lives. Carnivore does this by manufacturing ultra-premium quality, raw frozen and freeze-dried pet food and treats using the best butcher cut proteins.


From traditional favorites – beef, chicken, turkey, duck – to more innovative tastes such as ahi tuna and rabbit. Carnivore Meat Company products are free of grains, gluten, artificial preservatives, rendered by-products, fillers, flavoring, and coloring. All products are U.S.A. made and packaged in the company’s Green Bay, Wisconsin facilities. Carnivore's all-meat freeze-dried products are safe, convenient, and shelf-stable, making them ideal for traveling, training, snacking and everyday feeding, making the segment one of the fastest growing areas within pet food today.


Carnivore’s products are sold under its flagship Vital Essential® brand. Vital Essentials® is distributed in over 7,200 retailers today in the Independent Pet channel, and in 14 international markets. Vital Essentials® is one of the fastest growing brands in the pet food industry.


Carnivore manufactures 100% of its products at its own facilities, leveraging a unique and best-in-class supply chain approach and relationships to ensure that most ingredients are frozen immediately after harvesting to lock in freshness and nutrients. The ingredients are then processed at Carnivore’s own facilities and dried using proprietary freeze dry equipment and technology.


Carnivore employs 212 associates and has opened a new 235,000 square foot headquarters and manufacturing facility in Green Bay this year. This new 28-acre campus will become Carnivore’s Global Headquarters and provide capacity to support its growth over the next 3-5 years.


Carnivore is constantly innovating new products, techniques, and technology to support its commitment to excellence in the raw pet food industry. Carnivore Meat Company is one of the most tenured raw pet food producers in the nation—and one of the leading private label providers of raw pet food. Carnivore has been named among the fastest growing private companies in the United States by Inc. 5000 in its annual list. Further, the company is well ranked nationally and locally among Green Bay companies.


PURPOSE:

The Master Sanitation Specialist is responsible for maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation within our pet food manufacturing facilities. This role ensures that all production areas, equipment, and machinery meet strict hygiene and safety regulations to prevent contamination, protect product quality, and ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards. The Master Sanitation Specialist plays a critical role in safeguarding the health and well-being of pets by ensuring that all products are manufactured in a clean and safe environment.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Sanitation Planning and Execution

  • Fully execute comprehensive sanitation plans, including daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules.
  • Ensure all cleaning procedures are followed according to standard operating procedures (SOPs), including proper use of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
  • Conduct deep cleaning and sanitation of production areas, equipment, and machinery to prevent cross-contamination and maintain product integrity.

Compliance and Documentation

  • Maintain detailed records of all cleaning and sanitation activities, including schedules, procedures, and corrective actions taken.
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal sanitation regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
  • Participate in audits and inspections, providing documentation and demonstrating compliance with sanitation standards.

Training and Leadership

  • Train and mentor sanitation staff on best practices, safety protocols, and proper use of cleaning equipment and chemicals.
  • Lead by example, promoting a culture of cleanliness, safety, and continuous improvement within the sanitation team.
  • Assist in the development and updating of training materials and SOPs related to sanitation.

Quality Assurance

  • Work closely with the Quality Assurance team to identify potential contamination risks and implement preventive measures.
  • Conduct regular inspections of the facility to identify areas needing attention or improvement.
  • Respond promptly to sanitation-related issues or emergencies, taking immediate action to resolve problems and minimize production downtime.

Inventory and Supply Management

  • Monitor and manage inventory levels of cleaning supplies, ensuring adequate stock is maintained for all sanitation needs.

Continuous Improvement

  • Stay updated on the latest sanitation technologies, methods, and regulations in the pet food industry.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of sanitation procedures.

Other

  • Fill sanitation and personnel hygiene supplies throughout the production areas of the facility.
  • Work collaboratively with production personnel and the FSQA Supervisor to make decisions that are best for the organization.
  • Be a strong advocate for food safety and product quality.
  • Report issues with regards to the food safety/quality assurance system (FSQA) to Leadership and adhere to the requirements of the FSQA standards.

Job Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required. 
  • Proven experience in sanitation or cleaning within a food manufacturing environment, preferably in pet food production.
  • In-depth knowledge of sanitation practices, food safety regulations, and cleaning chemicals.
  • Must feel “at home” in a refrigerated, multi-cultural, meat-processing environment.
  • Must be able to be on your feet all day and frequently lift at least 40 pounds.
  • Knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, and other food safety and quality standards. Certifications in sanitation, HACCP, or related areas are a plus.
  • Must possess excellent and effective communications, attention to detail, organizational, problem-solving skills and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
  • Must possess a valid driver license and be able to travel between multiple facilities frequently.


WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • The role involves working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to cleaning chemicals, machinery, and noise.
  • Will require working outside regular hours, including nights or weekends, depending on the production schedule and cleaning needs.
  • Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, twisting, pushing, stooping, and lifting heavy objects during cleaning activities.


BENEFITS:

  • 401K, medical, dental, vision, pet, life, and voluntary life insurance, PTO, paid holidays, tuition and wellness reimbursement, employee discounts on pet food


REPORTING STRUCTURE: 

  • Reports to: FSQA Operations Manager
  • Peers: Sanitation Specialists, Production Associates, Traywashers


LOCATION: Corporate headquarters in Green Bay, WI. No relocation package available. 


Carnivore Meat Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Packaging Production Associate | Green Bay WI

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ID: 2165711
Job Type: Full-time
Posted Date: May 23, 2024
Salary:

Job Description

IMAGINE THIS:

  • Utilizing your gifts and talents to helping pets all across the world lead longer, happier, healthier lives.
  • Limitless growth, development and advancement opportunities. 
  • A rapidly growing, award-winning, privately-owned business that cares about you and your success. 
  • Paid holidays, company-paid events and MUCH more!!!


ROLE ACCOUNTABILITY:

  • Package pet food into bags, boxes, and other packaging containers.
  • Measure, weigh, or otherwise count pet food products into appropriate amounts to adhere to packaging requirements and specifications.
  • Place labels or other identifying signage on bags, boxes or other packaging containers.
  • Lift boxes and place on pallets.
  • Scan with a handheld scanner, wrap and label pallets and utilize a pallet jack to move pallets.
  • Fill out production paperwork.
  • Report issues with regards to the Food Safety Management System (FSMS) to your direct supervisor, the Director of Quality Assurance or executive leadership team and adhere to the requirements of the FSMS.
  • Follow all safety procedures.
  • Perform all task requests, regardless of job level.


HERE’S THE PROFILE OF OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:

  • You have a balanced work and personal life, ensuring all areas are strong and healthy.
  • You drive yourself harder than anyone else ever would or could.
  • You manage your time better than any other and ALWAYS exceed expectations.
  • You naturally appreciate how your role impacts the totality of the operation’s success.
  • You are a pet owner and/or pet lover and you openly exhibit your passion for pets and pet health.


SUCCESS FACTOR SNAPSHOT:

First 30 days: 

  • Successfully onboard and develop an understanding of our organization, mission, team, products and role expectations.
  • Learn Carnivore Culture.

First 60 days:  

  • Successfully pass annual testing for blood borne pathogens and lockout/tag-out.

First 90 days:  

  • Complete department-specific training and other business-related applications by learning SOPs associated with your area of responsibility.
  • Exhibit Carnivore Culture behaviors.

First 6 months:

  • Follow SOPs for your equipment or process without supervision

First 9 months:

  • Learn set-up for your area under supervision.

First 12 months:

  • Perform set-ups for your area without supervision and pass annual retests.

Ongoing:

  • Champion and mentor others in Carnivore Culture behaviors.
  • Consistently meet or exceed production goals.

Stretch Goals – We believe in career advancement!

  • Train others to do set-up for your area.
  • Learn SOPs for second machine or process.
  • Consistently meet or exceed production goals for second machine or process.
  • Learn how to do set-up for second machine or process under supervision.
  • Perform set-ups for multiple machines or processes without supervision and pass annual retests.
  • Train others how to do set-ups for multiple machines and processes.
  • Become a specialist and/or technical expert in your area of responsibility!


WELCOME TO OUR WORLD!

With arms wide open, we invite you to get to know us, see what makes us tick and how we roll at Carnivore. These shared ideals, beliefs and practices are what defines us and how the world sees us. Carnivore may not be for everyone…and that’s ok. No fine print. No misleading ads. There’s no mistaking who we are or confusing us for anyone else. We trust that you’ll appreciate that. Here’s what it takes to be one of us:

 

  • Doing whatever is necessary to ensure that any potential customer anywhere in the world, who wants us or needs us, will invariably choose us.
  • Communicating clearly, directly, candidly, and timely with all others inside and outside of the organization.
  • Pioneering and constantly innovating to find ways to say “YES” and make the impossible…possible.
  • Contributing in objectively measurable ways to the success of others in the organization.
  • Fearless decision making…empowering everyone with an opportunity to lead in any given circumstance.
  • Creating a business that will at all times and under any circumstances be strategically profitable.
  • Generating market intelligence that provides us an unassailable competitive advantage.    
  • Losing no customers under my watch.
  • Contributing to every customer’s success in objectively measurable ways.
  • Unrelenting support and re-enforcement of our Culture, Mission, and Strategic Initiatives.
  • Doing ALL things in life with intention and purpose.


ABOUT US:

Carnivore Meat Company is a rapidly growing, award winning raw pet food company located in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Most recently, we have been recognized for our accomplishments in growth and manufacturing excellence and were recipients of the following: Greater Green Bay Chamber Growth Award, State Manufacturer of the Year Award, Governor’s Export Achievement Award, the Greater Green Bay Chamber Manufacturing Award of Distinction, and Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Company.


We manufacture, sell, and market the most delicious, nutritious and innovative pet foods and treats in the world, serving over 5,000 pet supply stores nationwide and 14 international markets around the world. We believe that every dog and cat deserve the finest food available to them. Therefore, we will leverage our God-given talents, passion and resources to do whatever is necessary to ensure that any pet parent, who wants or needs us, will have a convenient and effective mechanism to access and procure our “World Class” pet food and pet treats. We are in continuous pursuit of extraordinary, passionate and innovative people who will help us make good on this promise! LONG LIVE PETS!

Job Requirements

OTHER:

Pre-employment drug screen and confidentiality agreement required. Position based in Green Bay, WI. No relocation assistance available. Carnivore Meat Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience & Abilities:

  • No experience preferred.
  • Able to safely lift up to 50 pounds frequently and stand for entire shift.
  • Able to safely walk, bend, stoop, push, pull, turn, stretch, reach, etc.
  • Able to follow written and verbal instructions and work well in a team environment.
  • Basic math skills and the ability to count accurately.
  • Must feel "at home" in a multi-cultural, meat-packaging environment.

Benefits:

  • Weekly direct deposit
  • 4% 401k match, medical, dental, vision, voluntary life and pet insurance, 100% company-paid life insurance, 9 paid holidays, tuition and wellness reimbursement, and employee discounts on pet food and treats

Carnivore Meat Company is an equal opportunity employer.

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Grinding Production Associate | Green Bay WI

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ID: 2275006
Job Type: Full-time
Posted Date: May 16, 2024
Salary:

Job Description

IMAGINE THIS:

  • Utilizing your gifts and talents to helping pets all across the world lead longer, happier, healthier lives.
  • Being rewarded for helping pets all across America live longer, healthier, happier lives.
  • Limitless growth, development and advancement opportunities. 
  • A rapidly-growing, award-winning, privately-owned business that cares about you and your success. 
  • Paid holidays, company-paid events and MUCH more!!!

ENOUGH ABOUT US…HERE’S THE PROFILE OF OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:

  • You have a balanced work and personal life, ensuring all areas are strong and healthy.
  • You drive yourself harder than anyone else ever would or could.
  • You aren’t afraid to get dirty; this role does tend to be a bit dirty, however, it is an essential position in the production process.
  • You manage your time better than any other and ALWAYS exceed expectations.
  • You naturally appreciate how your role impacts the totality of the operation’s success.
  • You are a pet owner and/or pet lover and you openly exhibit your passion for pets and pet health.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Work within the Grinding team, and collectively as part of the cold processing team, to proactively gather all ingredients to run daily production as efficiently and seamlessly as possible.
  • Lift products onto conveyor belts throughout the duration of the shift. 
  • Place labels or other identifying signage on carts.  
  • Fill out production paperwork.
  • Back-up duties include:
  • Measure, weigh or otherwise count pet food products into appropriate amounts to adhere to requirements and specifications.
  • Place meat/fish pet products on trays.
  • Lift trays and slide onto carts.
  • Pushing or pulling carts from or to production floor to designated location.
  • Report issues with regards to the food safety/quality assurance system (FSQA) to Leadership and adhere to the requirements of the FSQA standards. 
  • Follow all safety procedures.
  • Perform all task requests, regardless of job level.


SUCCESS FACTOR SNAPSHOT:

First 30 days: 

  • Successfully onboard and develop an understanding of our organization, mission, team, products, and role expectations.
  • Learn Carnivore Culture.

First 60 days:  

  • Successfully pass annual testing for blood borne pathogens and lockout/tag-out.

First 90 days:  

  • Complete department-specific training and other business-related applications by learning SOPs associated with your area of responsibility.
  • Exhibit Carnivore Culture behaviors.

First 6 months:

  • Follow SOPs for your equipment or process without supervision

First 9 months:

  • Learn set-up for your area under supervision.

First 12 months:

  • Perform set-ups for your area without supervision and pass annual retests.

Ongoing:

  • Champion and mentor others in Carnivore Culture behaviors.
  • Consistently meet or exceed production goals.

Stretch Goals – We believe in career advancement!

  • Train others to do set-up for your area.
  • Learn SOPs for second machine or process.
  • Consistently meet or exceed production goals for second machine or process.
  • Learn how to do set-up for second machine or process under supervision.
  • Perform set-ups for multiple machines or processes without supervision and pass annual retests.
  • Train others how to do set-ups for multiple machines and processes.
  • Become a specialist and/or technical expert in your area of responsibility!


WELCOME TO OUR WORLD!

With arms wide open, we invite you to get to know us, see what makes us tick and how we roll at Carnivore. These shared ideals, beliefs and practices are what defines us and how the world sees us. Carnivore may not be for everyone…and that’s ok. No fine print. No misleading ads. There’s no mistaking who we are or confusing us for anyone else. We trust that you’ll appreciate that.  Here’s what it takes to be one of us:

  • Doing whatever is necessary to ensure that any potential customer anywhere in the world, who wants us or needs us, will invariably choose us.
  • Communicating clearly, directly, candidly, and timely with all others inside and outside of the organization.
  • Pioneering and constantly innovating to find ways to say “YES” and make the impossible…possible.
  • Contributing in objectively measurable ways to the success of others in the organization.
  • Fearless decision making…empowering everyone with an opportunity to lead in any given circumstance.
  • Creating a business that will at all times and under any circumstances be strategically profitable.
  • Generating market intelligence that provides us an unassailable competitive advantage.   
  • Losing no customers under my watch.
  • Contributing to every customer’s success in objectively measurable ways.
  • Unrelenting support and re-enforcement of our Culture, Mission, and Strategic Initiatives.
  • Doing ALL things in life with intention and purpose.


ABOUT US:

Carnivore Meat Company is a rapidly growing, award winning raw pet food company located in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Most recently, we have been recognized for our accomplishments in growth and manufacturing excellence and were recipients of the following: Greater Green Bay Chamber Growth Award, State Manufacturer of the Year Award, Governor’s Export Achievement Award, the Greater Green Bay Chamber Manufacturing Award of Distinction, and Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Company.


We manufacture, sell, and market the most delicious, nutritious and innovative pet foods and treats in the world, serving over 5,000 pet supply stores nationwide and 14 international markets around the world. We believe that every dog and cat deserve the finest food available to them. Therefore, we will leverage our God-given talents, passion and resources to do whatever is necessary to ensure that any pet parent, who wants or needs us, will have a convenient and effective mechanism to access and procure our “World Class” pet food and pet treats. We are in continuous pursuit of extraordinary, passionate and innovative people who will help us make good on this promise! LONG LIVE PETS! 

Job Requirements

OTHER:

Pre-employment drug screen and confidentiality agreement required. Position based in Green Bay, WI. No relocation assistance available. 


Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience & Abilities:

  • No experience preferred.
  • Able to safely lift 10-50 pounds constantly, along with safely lifting up to 60 pounds occasionally, and stand for entire shift.
  • Able to safely walk, bend, stoop, push, pull, turn, stretch, reach, etc.
  • Able to follow written and verbal instructions and work well in a team environment.
  • Basic math skills and the ability to count and measure accurately.
  • Must feel "at home" in a multi-cultural, refrigerated, meat-processing environment.

Benefits:

  • Weekly direct deposit
  • 4% 401k match, medical, dental, vision and voluntary life insurance, 100% company-paid life insurance, paid holidays, wellness and tuition reimbursements, fun company outings, and employee discounts on pet food and treats

Carnivore Meat Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply Now

Cold Processing Production Associate | Green Bay WI

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ID: 2145639
Job Type: Full-time
Posted Date: May 13, 2024
Salary:

Job Description

IMAGINE THIS:

  • Starting wage is $18/hr for QUALIFIED CANDIDATES.
  • Three shift options available:
  • First shift work, no nights or weekends (unless production needs are high).
  • Second shift work: Monday-Thursday 4pm-2:30am, includes shift premium!
  • Weekend shift: Friday, Saturday & Sunday - work 36 hours, get paid for 40!!!
  • Utilizing your gifts and talents to helping pets all across the world lead longer, happier, healthier lives.
  • Limitless growth, development and advancement opportunities. 
  • A rapidly growing, privately owned business that cares about you and your success. 
  • Paid holidays, company-paid events and MUCH more!!!


ROLE ACCOUNTABILITY:

  • Measure, weigh or otherwise count pet food products into appropriate amounts to adhere to requirements and specifications.
  • Place meat/fish pet products on trays.
  • Lift trays and slide onto the cart.
  • Place labels or other identifying signage on carts.  
  • Fill out production paperwork.
  • Report issues with regards to the food safety/quality assurance (FSQA) to Leadership and adhere to the requirements of the FSQA standards.
  • Follow all safety procedures.
  • Perform all task requests, regardless of job level.


HERE’S THE PROFILE OF OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:

  • You have a balanced work and personal life, ensuring all areas are strong and healthy.
  • You drive yourself harder than anyone else ever would or could.
  • You manage your time better than any other and ALWAYS exceed expectations.
  • You naturally appreciate how your role impacts the totality of the operation’s success.
  • You are a pet owner and/or pet lover and you openly exhibit your passion for pets and pet health.


SUCCESS FACTOR SNAPSHOT:

First 30 days: 

  • Successfully onboard and develop an understanding of our organization, mission, team, products and role expectations.
  • Learn Carnivore Culture.

First 60 days:  

  • Successfully pass annual testing for blood borne pathogens and lockout/tag-out.

First 90 days:  

  • Complete department-specific training and other business-related applications by learning SOPs associated with your area of responsibility.
  • Exhibit Carnivore Culture behaviors.

First 6 months:

  • Follow SOPs for your equipment or process without supervision

First 9 months:

  • Learn set-up for your area under supervision.

First 12 months:

  • Perform set-ups for your area without supervision and pass annual retests.

Ongoing:

  • Champion and mentor others in Carnivore Culture behaviors.
  • Consistently meet or exceed production goals.

Stretch Goals – We believe in career advancement!

  • Train others to do set-up for your area.
  • Learn SOPs for second machine or process.
  • Consistently meet or exceed production goals for second machine or process.
  • Learn how to do set-up for second machine or process under supervision.
  • Perform set-ups for multiple machines or processes without supervision and pass annual retests.
  • Train others how to do set-ups for multiple machines and processes.
  • Become a specialist and/or technical expert in your area of responsibility!


WELCOME TO OUR WORLD!

With arms wide open, we invite you to get to know us, see what makes us tick and how we roll at Carnivore. These shared ideals, beliefs and practices are what defines us and how the world sees us. Carnivore may not be for everyone…and that’s ok. No fine print. No misleading ads. There’s no mistaking who we are or confusing us for anyone else. We trust that you’ll appreciate that. Here’s what it takes to be one of us:

 

  • Doing whatever is necessary to ensure that any potential customer anywhere in the world, who wants us or needs us, will invariably choose us.
  • Communicating clearly, directly, candidly, and timely with all others inside and outside of the organization.
  • Pioneering and constantly innovating to find ways to say “YES” and make the impossible…possible.
  • Contributing in objectively measurable ways to the success of others in the organization.
  • Fearless decision making…empowering everyone with an opportunity to lead in any given circumstance.
  • Creating a business that will at all times and under any circumstances be strategically profitable.
  • Generating market intelligence that provides us an unassailable competitive advantage.    
  • Losing no customers under my watch.
  • Contributing to every customer’s success in objectively measurable ways.
  • Unrelenting support and re-enforcement of our Culture, Mission, and Strategic Initiatives.
  • Doing ALL things in life with intention and purpose.


ABOUT US:

Carnivore Meat Company is a rapidly growing, award winning raw pet food company located in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Most recently, we have been recognized for our accomplishments in growth and manufacturing excellence and were recipients of the following: Greater Green Bay Chamber Growth Award, State Manufacturer of the Year Award, Governor’s Export Achievement Award, the Greater Green Bay Chamber Manufacturing Award of Distinction, and Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Company.


We manufacture, sell, and market the most delicious, nutritious and innovative pet foods and treats in the world, serving over 7,200 pet supply stores nationwide and 14 international markets around the world. We believe that every dog and cat deserve the finest food available to them. Therefore, we will leverage our God-given talents, passion and resources to do whatever is necessary to ensure that any pet parent, who wants or needs us, will have a convenient and effective mechanism to access and procure our “World Class” pet food and pet treats. We are in continuous pursuit of extraordinary, passionate and innovative people who will help us make good on this promise! LONG LIVE PETS!

Job Requirements

OTHER:

Pre-employment drug screen and confidentiality agreement required. Position based in Green Bay, WI. No relocation assistance available. 


Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience & Abilities:

  • No experience preferred.
  • Able to safely lift up to 60 pounds frequently and stand for entire shift.
  • Able to safely walk, bend, stoop, push, pull, turn, stretch, reach, etc.
  • Able to follow written and verbal instructions and work well in a team environment.
  • Basic math skills and the ability to count accurately.
  • Must feel "at home" in a multi-cultural, refrigerated, meat-processing environment.

Benefits:

  • Weekly direct deposit
  • 4% 401k match, medical, dental, vision, voluntary life and pet insurance, 100% company-paid life insurance, 9 paid holidays, tuition and wellness reimbursement, and employee discounts on pet food and treats

Carnivore Meat Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Apply Now