Evening Formulation Operator - Pork Sausage Production

Johnsonville Sausage, LLC; City of Watertown (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonus

401k with company match

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Job summary

Johnsonville Sausage, LLC in Watertown, NY is seeking a Formulation Department team member. Pay is $26.44/hr plus $1.50 shift premium. Hours are 2:40pm–11:00pm, Monday–Friday with overtime as production demands.

You will help chop and chill fat, operate and maintain Formulation equipment, and ensure safety and quality in a high‑volume environment. The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate documentation, and adherence to USDA/GMP standards while using SAP for inventory control.

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing is preferred.
• Grinding experience is preferred but not required.
• Forklift experience preferred; must obtain forklift license and maintain safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment for use using detailed checklists for inspection and assembly.
• Accurate documentation is essential.
• Perform periodic wash-downs of equipment.
• Collaborate with Formulation Team to achieve safety, yields and efficiency targets.
• Use SAP functions for inventory control and maintenance.
• Maintain high standards of detail for product specifications and quality.
• Comply with USDA regulations, GMPs and safety rules.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Production schedule literacy

Pace of work

Computer skills

Multitasking

Overtime flexibility

Tools

SAP

Forklift operation

Job description

Johnsonville Sausage, LLC in Watertown, NY is seeking a Formulation Department team member. Pay is $26.44/hr plus $1.50 shift premium. Hours are 2:40pm–11:00pm, Monday–Friday with overtime as production demands.

You will help chop and chill fat, operate and maintain Formulation equipment, and ensure safety and quality in a high‑volume environment. The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate documentation, and adherence to USDA/GMP standards while using SAP for inventory control.