Freezer Operator - Automation & Robotics

Wells Enterprises, Inc. • Le Mars, IA

5h • $32

About The Position

The Freezer Operator oversees and resolves automation faults affecting pallet and case conveyors, conventional palletizers, and robotic palletizers in a large ice cream freezer. The role also includes operating powered industrial forklifts, following standard operating procedures and cleaning processes, and properly documenting Food Safety and Quality programs, processes, and inspections in a cold-storage warehouse environment.

The role manages the operation of robots, palletizers, conveyors, and induction equipment; monitors product and pallet quality; corrects faults; supports Maintenance with troubleshooting; and adjusts equipment settings or coordinates flavor changes as needed. The operator also maintains product flow, creates inventory in Oracle, generates LPNs, and ensures compliance with Food Safety and Quality programs.

Approximate shift start times are 4:55 PM and 6:55 PM, with normal shifts lasting 10–12 hours. Starting pay is $28.41 per hour, with increases at 3, 6, and 12 months; the top rate after 12 months is $31.56 per hour. Night shift receives an additional $1.50 per hour differential.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of basic safety and orientation, or the ability to learn it.
• Ability to learn systems flow and the overview of all freezer departments.
• Ability to acquire specialized knowledge and be trained in the assigned work area.
• Time-management and effective communication skills.
• Ability to perform all required duties efficiently and safely.
• Ability to pass proficiency tests within the allotted time after training.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret instructions.
• Manual dexterity, urgency, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and perform duties with a positive attitude.

Nice To Haves

• Warehouse experience.
• Forklift knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform job duties in accordance with applicable safety procedures and policies, work documents, standard operating procedures, standard works, best practices, and verbal instructions from freezer leadership.
• Manage robot functions, correct faults, monitor stacked-product condition, assist Maintenance with troubleshooting, and adjust settings or coordinate flavor changes as needed.
• Maintain product flow on conveyors, assist Maintenance with conveyor troubleshooting, create inventory in Oracle, and generate LPNs.
• Manage palletizer functions, correct faults, monitor stacked-product condition, assist Maintenance with troubleshooting, and adjust settings or coordinate flavor changes as needed.
• Verify the quality of pallets inducted, correct induction faults, and manually operate induction equipment when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Quality programs and processes.
• Operate powered industrial forklifts and follow required cleaning processes.
• Document Food Safety and Quality programs, processes, and inspections.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits supporting health and financial wellness.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Eligible employees may receive an annual incentive bonus based on company performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED