Utility Worker - Fryer

''•Wisconsin Rapids, WI

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The Utility Worker – Fryer supports Prime, Specialty, and Batter production lines by relieving operators, performing sanitation duties, assisting with equipment changeovers, and managing waste totes. The role also maintains lab equipment, follows safety and quality protocols, and requires certification in multiple operator positions, forklift operation, and chemical handling. Moderate skill, initiative, care for equipment safety, and independence are essential. The position is based in a manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to loud noises, strong odors, temperature fluctuations, moving machinery, wet or humid conditions, hazardous chemicals, high or confined areas, extreme temperatures, and vibration. Work includes prolonged standing, walking, communicating, and sensory tasks, as well as frequently handling objects, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Visual abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus. The available schedule is the PM shift, 6 p.m.–6 a.m., on a 2-2-3 schedule. A shift differential is offered.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of relevant machine operating experience.
Ability to obtain forklift certification.
Maintain a continuous learning mindset and adapt quickly to new equipment, processes, and roles.
Demonstrate technical ability and a digital-first approach, including using new technologies and accurately entering data.
Communicate clearly with all levels of the organization; follow written, oral, or diagram-based instructions; and independently complete required documentation in English.
Pay close attention to detail, prioritizing product quality, safety, and accurate record-keeping.
Be physically capable of meeting job requirements and bring a positive, team-focused attitude.
Demonstrate adaptability, technical proficiency, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills, working independently or collaboratively to make effective decisions.
Bend frequently and lift objects weighing up to 65 pounds.
Safely operate Powered Industrial Vehicles.

Nice To Haves

Food manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.
Manufacturing environment experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor production areas and assist operators during breaks or changeovers, including batter handling and equipment setup.
Perform daily sanitation tasks, maintain cleanliness, and participate in factory clean-ups.
Transport and clean waste totes, insert liners, and enter related data.
Maintain lab equipment, complete forklift checklists, and support quality process initiatives.
Promote and follow company safety regulations while keeping the work area neat and orderly.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate; starting compensation of $26.06 USD per hour, with bonus eligibility and applicable-shift differential.
Insurance coverage beginning on the first day of employment.
401(k) match up to 6%.
Paid time off, company holidays, and wellness days.
Maternity and paternity leave.
Set schedule and overtime allowances.
Education reimbursement.
Health coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Retirement savings benefits and leave support, including medical, family, and bereavement leave.
Company-supported volunteering time and mental health resources.