Filtration Operator

FrieslandCampina; Town of Darlington (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FrieslandCampina Ingredients North America, Inc. is seeking an experienced Filtration Operator in the United States to operate and monitor advanced membrane filtration systems that produce premium dairy ingredients.

You will ensure product quality, food safety, and production efficiency while following established procedures. The role requires attention to detail, strong teamwork, and the ability to document batch records and quality checks.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality products.
• Experience in food, dairy, beverage, ingredient manufacturing or similar process environments.
• Ability to follow written procedures, food safety requirements and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate advanced membrane filtration systems to process dairy ingredients.
• Monitor temperatures, pressures, flow rates and product concentrations.
• Make routine adjustments to maintain quality and maximize efficiency.
• Complete production records, quality checks and batch documentation accurately.
• Inspect equipment and identify issues before they impact production.
• Clean and sanitize processing equipment using CIP procedures.
• Follow all food safety, quality, environmental and workplace safety standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Food safety oriented

Teamwork

Reliability

Following procedures

Education

Technical or vocational education in manufacturing

Tools

Filtration systems

CIP cleaning procedures

Job description

Build a Career with a Global Leader in Dairy

At FrieslandCampina, every team member plays an important role in producing high-quality dairy ingredients trusted by our customers around the world.

We're looking for experienced manufacturing professionals who enjoy working with specialized processing equipment and understand the importance of food safety, quality, and consistency.

As a Filtration Operator, you'll operate advanced membrane filtration systems used to produce premium dairy ingredients. This is a skilled manufacturing position best suited for individuals with experience in food, dairy, beverage, or ingredient manufacturing who enjoy monitoring production processes, solving problems, and producing high-quality products every day.

If you're looking to take the next step in your manufacturing career with a global dairy leader, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a Filtration Operator, you'll safely operate and monitor advanced membrane filtration systems while ensuring every product meets our high standards for quality, food safety, and efficiency.

Key responsibilities include:

Operate specialized filtration systems used to process dairy ingredients.

Monitor temperatures, pressures, flow rates, and product concentrations throughout the production process.

Make routine process adjustments to maintain product quality and maximize production efficiency.

Complete production records, quality checks, and batch documentation accurately.

Inspect equipment and identify potential issues before they impact production.

Clean and sanitize processing equipment using established cleaning procedures (CIP).

Follow all food safety, quality, environmental, and workplace safety standards.

What We're Looking For

What you bring:

Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality products.

Previous experience working in food, dairy, beverage, ingredient, or similar process manufacturing.

Ability to follow written procedures, food safety requirements, and workplace safety standards.

Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Reliable attendance and a dependable work ethic.

It’d be even better if you have:

Experience operating filtration, evaporation, separation, or other liquid processing equipment.

Experience working in a GMP or SQF-regulated food manufacturing environment.

Mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting experience.

Technical or vocational education related to manufacturing or industrial operations.

Don't meet every qualification? We’d still like to hear from you. If you're dependable, eager to learn, and enjoy hands-on work, we encourage you to apply.

What Success Looks Like

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys understanding how a production process works, not just operating equipment.

Our most successful Filtration Operators are people who:

Take pride in producing safe, high-quality food products.

Understand the importance of sanitation and food safety.

Enjoy monitoring equipment and making process adjustments.

Think ahead and solve problems before they become larger issues.

Our Values

Everything we do comes back to three simple values.

We Act With Respect

We build trust by treating one another with integrity, professionalism, and respect.

We Aim Higher

We challenge ourselves to improve every process, every shift, and every day.

We Succeed Together

We believe our greatest accomplishments happen when we support one another and work toward a common goal.

We'll provide the opportunity to turn that into a career you'll be proud of.

For thousands of people every day, we are more than just a dairy company. To our farmers, our employees, the communities we serve, the businesses we work with, and the people we bring happiness to, FrieslandCampina means something more. For them, it's not just about what we do, but who we are.

We value talented people from any background who want to contribute to something bigger than themselves. We encourage all of our employees to make decisions that benefit our entire company. At FrieslandCampina, we own our own careers and act accordingly. We trust you to make a difference in your job and influence the bigger picture. Working at FrieslandCampina means you are contributing to a better world.

We’re more than a company—we’re a global cooperative, owned by over 14,000 dairy farmers who believe in sustainable, responsible nutrition. At FrieslandCampina Ingredients, we’re united by a shared mission to nourish people’s potential—naturally.

Here, you’ll:

• Join a team that values diversity, curiosity, and collaboration.
• Work in a dynamic, science-driven culture with a focus on growth and innovation.
• Be empowered to pursue your own growth, both personally and professionally.

We Value Every Voice

FrieslandCampina Ingredients North America, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace for all.