Shrinkwrapper/Scanner

Red River Commodities is a leading processor of sunflower seeds and specialty grains, specializing in high-quality, nutritious food products. We pride ourselves on our sustainable practices, innovation, and commitment to delivering superior products to our customers. Our team shares core values focused on quality, innovation, responsibility, and community. We work hard, play harder, embrace authenticity, and always support one another to achieve our goals.

Location: 340 40th St N. Fargo, ND 58102

Shift: 4:00pm - 2:30am (Monday-Thursday)

Position Summary

The Shrink Wrapper Scanner operates and monitors shrink wrapping equipment to ensure finished products are securely wrapped, accurately labeled, properly documented, and ready for shipment. This position performs minor equipment adjustments, monitors packaging material inventory, maintains production and inventory records, and follows established quality, safety, and housekeeping requirements within Wildlife operations.

Key Responsibilities

Shrink-Wrap Equipment Operation

• Operate and monitor the Arpac shrink-wrap machine during production.
• Identify jams, malfunctions, or performance issues and respond promptly within established procedures.
• Perform minor machine adjustments, including component alignment and tension settings, to support secure and consistent packaging.
• Report equipment issues requiring maintenance or additional technical support.

Product Packaging and Labeling

• Prepare finished products for shipment through proper shrink wrapping and pallet preparation.
• Print and apply labels to the correct pallets.
• Verify product, pallet, label, and packaging accuracy before release.
• Complete required shipping paperwork accurately and on time.

Material and Inventory Monitoring

• Monitor shrink-wrap film, labels, and other packaging supplies used in the work area.
• Report shortages or replenishment needs promptly to the shift supervisor.
• Record inventory transactions according to established procedures.

Quality and Safety Compliance

• Ensure finished pallets meet company quality, packaging, and safety standards.
• Follow applicable company procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and report damaged packaging, labeling errors, unsafe conditions, or other concerns.
• Use required PPE and follow safe machine operation and material handling practices.

Production Recordkeeping

• Maintain accurate records of daily production output.
• Complete required scanning, inventory, and production transactions.
• Ensure that paperwork and electronic records are complete and legible.

Workplace Organization and Additional Support

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow housekeeping and sanitation expectations for the assigned production area.
• Perform other shrink-wrapping, scanning, packaging, or related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating packaging machinery or working in a production or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to perform minor machine adjustments.
• Strong attention to detail for labeling, wrapping, scanning, and documentation.
• Ability to follow written and verbal safety, quality, and operating instructions.
• Basic math, computer, scanning, and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and potential overtime based on production requirements.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment and Conditions

• Work is performed primarily in a Wildlife production facility.
• The position is regularly exposed to machinery, production noise, moving equipment, warehouse traffic, dust, and variable temperatures.
• The role requires frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, repetitive movement, and physical activity.
• The position requires the ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Required personal protective equipment and all facility safety, quality, housekeeping, and security procedures must be followed.
• Work schedules may include overtime, weekends, holidays, early starts, late shifts, or other schedule adjustments based on production demands.

Company Benefits:

At Red River Commodities, we value our employees and are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment. As a member of our team, you will enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for career growth and development. Below are some additional benefits that we offer.

• On-demand pay available through Tapcheck
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• 401k & company match
• Profit Sharing
• Employee Assistance Program

Red River Commodities and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all employment practices within our organization. Red River Commodities makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

We are committed to maintaining a legal and compliant workplace. As part of our hiring process, Red River Commodities participates in the E-Verify program.