Whey Resource Operator

Agropur • Weyauwega, WI

6d

About The Position

The Whey Resource Operator carries out production and sanitation tasks safely and efficiently, supports training of other operators, and helps maintain production quality and workplace safety. The role requires working knowledge of production and CIP circuit flows, performing sanitation and sampling activities, and communicating production issues and variances to the Production Supervisor. The operator may act as Production Supervisor when needed and must follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Standard Operating Procedures, and the Master Sanitation Schedule.

This is a regular role with a stated schedule of 7 PM to 7 AM on a 2,2,3 rotation. The posting lists a starting wage of $30.33 per hour and two pay increases within a year, up to $1.00. Sunday hours receive double-time pay. The employer describes a collaborative, transparent, and accountable work culture.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum one year of experience in food plant manufacturing preferred.
• Able to provide current, direct, complete, and actionable positive and corrective feedback to others, identify issues, and take appropriate action.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Basic computer operational skills, including the ability to input and retrieve computerized information.
• Basic math skills in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision, adapt quickly to a changing environment, and think independently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagrammatic instructions, complete simple checklists, and complete required documentation.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to solve problems by adapting knowledge and experience.
• Exhibit a professional manner and maintain constructive working relationships.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of experience in food plant manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Train other workers on Operator tasks as needed.
• Perform all CIP tasks, Master Sanitation items, and titrations to ensure a high standard of sanitation.
• Immediately report equipment or production issues to the Production Supervisor and communicate any variances in make plans.
• Maintain a clean workplace free of safety hazards.
• Take area samples for micro and analytical results in a timely manner.
• Obtain and maintain working knowledge of production and CIP circuit flows.
• Act as Production Supervisor as needed.
• Use proper personal protective equipment at all times.
• Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices, Standard Operating Procedures, and the Master Sanitation Schedule.
• Stop observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
• Correct or report observed safety hazards.
• Support safety policies and programs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 7% company contributions.
• PTO starting Day 1.
• Paid holidays and two floating holidays.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Employee discounts.
• Uniform program and shoe allowance.
• Two pay increases within a year, up to $1.00.
• Double-time pay on Sunday.

What This Job Offers

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