Lead Setup Technician - Bottling - Weekends

Novonesis•Wausau, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bottling team in Wausau plays a critical role in Novonesis' mission by transforming blended probiotic products into finished, high-quality goods used in a wide range of downstream applications. The Lead Setup Technician – Bottling (Weekends) will lead by example on the production floor while actively operating equipment and supporting fellow operators. This role ensures safe, efficient operations, accurate documentation, and strong communication across the team. The work directly contributes to producing high-quality goods that support customers and uphold Novonesis’ commitment to safety, quality, and reliability.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience operating machinery with a strong understanding of mechanical equipment.
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for food, supplements, and/or pharmaceuticals.
Understanding of Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Awareness of Lock Out / Tag Out requirements.
Strong understanding of personal hygiene standards, especially in food or supplement production.
Ability to re-prioritize tasks throughout the day as conditions change.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in food, supplement, or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Comfort supporting and coaching peers on the production floor.
Willingness to suggest improvements to daily priorities or processes.
Basic computer skills for documentation and training systems.

Responsibilities

Safely operating bottling equipment and performing basic troubleshooting.
Disassembling, cleaning, and reassembling machines according to procedures.
Accurately completing and reviewing all required production documentation.
Staying current on all required training and GMP expectations.
Communicating issues, priorities, and improvement ideas to management and maintenance.
Supporting and guiding team members by clarifying expectations and daily priorities.