Filtration Operator - Darlington, WI

FrieslandCampina; Town of Darlington (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

FrieslandCampina Ingredients in Wisconsin is seeking a Filtration Operator to safely run 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.

This role is ideal for skilled manufacturing professionals with dairy, beverage, or process manufacturing experience who can monitor equipment, perform routine adjustments, document records, and support

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in food, dairy, beverage, ingredient, or similar process manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality products.
• Ability to follow written operating procedures and food safety requirements.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate specialized filtration equipment used to process dairy ingredients.
• Monitor temperatures, pressures, flow rates, and product concentrations throughout production.
• Make routine process adjustments to maintain product quality and maximize efficiency.
• Complete production records, batch documentation, and quality checks accurately.
• Inspect equipment and identify potential issues before they impact production.
• Assist with equipment troubleshooting and communicate operational concerns promptly.
• Perform Cleaning-in-Place (CIP) procedures and sanitation activities according to established standards.
• Follow all food safety, quality, environmental, and workplace safety requirements.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and team production goals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Documentation

Food safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Filtration equipment operation

CIP sanitation

Process monitoring systems

Job description

At FrieslandCampina Ingredients, every team member plays an important role in producing high-quality dairy ingredients trusted by 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 for a wide range of food and nutrition applications.

This is a skilled manufacturing position ideal for individuals with experience in food, dairy, beverage, ingredient, or process manufacturing who enjoy monitoring production systems, troubleshooting equipment, and producing high-quality products every day.

If you're ready to grow your manufacturing career with a respected global organization, we'd love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Full-time career opportunity with a global dairy company
• Comprehensive training and cross-training opportunities
• A safety-first, team-oriented culture
• Clearly defined operating procedures and quality standards that support your success

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 production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate specialized filtration equipment used to process dairy ingredients
• Monitor temperatures, pressures, flow rates, and product concentrations throughout production
• Make routine process adjustments to maintain product quality and maximize efficiency
• Complete production records, batch documentation, and quality checks accurately
• Inspect equipment and identify potential issues before they impact production
• Assist with equipment troubleshooting and communicate operational concerns promptly
• Perform Cleaning-in-Place (CIP) procedures and sanitation activities according to established standards
• Follow all food safety, quality, environmental, and workplace safety requirements
• Support continuous improvement efforts and team production goals

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in food, dairy, beverage, ingredient, or similar process manufacturing environments
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality products
• Ability to follow written operating procedures and food safety requirements
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable attendance and a dependable work ethic
• Basic computer and documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating filtration, evaporation, separation, or other liquid-processing equipment
• Experience working in GMP, SQF, or other regulated food manufacturing environments
• Mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting experience
• Technical, vocational, or industrial training related to manufacturing operations
• Experience monitoring automated production systems and process controls

Why Join FrieslandCampina Ingredients?

At FrieslandCampina Ingredients, we are committed to delivering safe, innovative, and high-quality ingredient solutions. When you join our team, you'll become part of a global organization that values collaboration, continuous learning, and operational excellence.

Equal Opportunity Employer

FrieslandCampina Ingredients is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

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