1st Shift Formulation: Learn Blending & Grow

Johnsonville, LLC.; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonus

401k with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Johnsonville, LLC. is seeking a Formulation Department Operator in Watertown, WI. You will learn and perform multiple roles within formulation, including measuring spices, operating blenders, x-ray/fat machinery, and moving batter with SAP-supported workflows.

The role requires safety and quality compliance, willingness to work overtime, and strong teamwork. Training will cover all positions within the department and forklift handling.

Qualifications

• Prior food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand a production schedule.
• Ability to work at a pace consistent with the process flow.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Excellent mechanical and mathematical aptitude.
• Ability to work safely from elevated platforms and lifts.
• Proven ability to multi-task.
• Based on business necessity, must be proficient in English.

Responsibilities

• Work together with other Formulation Members to obtain world class blending results in safety, yields, usages, and efficiencies.
• Participate in daily meetings and project teams.
• Think pro-actively and understand how formulation affects plant flow.
• Set goals and objectives; both personal and as a team member to acquire superlative performance in order to support the Johnsonville Way.
• Prepare equipment for use by utilizing detailed checklists for inspection and assembly.
• Perform periodic wash-downs of equipment to prepare for different products.
• Learn and excel at every position within the department.
• Use SAP software functions for the department.
• Complete Formulation Documentation accurately.
• Maintain the highest standards of detail as it relates to product specifications and quality.
• Must be able to obtain forklift license and keep safe driving record.
• Ability to perform responsibilities in a safe and efficient manner.
• Comply with USDA regulations, GMPs, and safety rules at all times (including lockout/tagout).
• Willingness to work overtime as production demands.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the team and work toward a goal without direct supervision.
• Complete all other duties as assigned.

Tools

SAP

Job description

Johnsonville, LLC. is seeking a Formulation Department Operator in Watertown, WI. You will learn and perform multiple roles within formulation, including measuring spices, operating blenders, x-ray/fat machinery, and moving batter with SAP-supported workflows.

The role requires safety and quality compliance, willingness to work overtime, and strong teamwork. Training will cover all positions within the department and forklift handling.