Dryer Operator I – Whey Permeate Production

Agropur; Jerome (ID); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

PTO

Paid holidays

Floating holidays

Advancement opportunities

Work life balance

Job summary

Agropur seeks a Dryer Operator I for our Jerome, ID facility. You will operate the whey permeate dryer, manage daily production, maintain equipment, and uphold safety and sanitation standards.

The role includes following SOPs and sanitation schedules to ensure quality permeate and protein powder production. Starting wage is $23.12 per hour with two planned pay increases within the first year, plus a $1.50 shift differential and Sundays at double time.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum two years of related field experience.
• Ability to read and adhere to SOPs, GMP, SDS, HACCP/GLP documentation.
• Follow written, verbal and diagrammatic instructions and complete checklists.
• Demonstrate ability to learn new skills quickly.

Responsibilities

• Operate the whey permeate dryer and ensure daily performance.
• Perform daily operations and cleaning of dryer equipment.
• Perform operator level maintenance when needed.
• Ensure safe operation and sanitation of equipment.
• Follow SOPs and Master Sanitation Schedules.

Skills

2+ years experience

Documentation literacy

Procedural adherence

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Agropur seeks a Dryer Operator I for our Jerome, ID facility. You will operate the whey permeate dryer, manage daily production, maintain equipment, and uphold safety and sanitation standards.

The role includes following SOPs and sanitation schedules to ensure quality permeate and protein powder production. Starting wage is $23.12 per hour with two planned pay increases within the first year, plus a $1.50 shift differential and Sundays at double time.