General Laborer Class B - $22.50 / hour - 1st Shift (6am-2pm)

Lactalis USA; Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Lactalis USA is seeking dedicated manufacturing workers for its facility in Wausau, WI. Ideal candidates will possess a High School Diploma and previous manufacturing experience. Responsibilities include operating equipment, ensuring quality standards, and maintaining safety. The company offers a robust benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Education Reimbursement

Paid Time Off from day one

Qualifications

• 1 year previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of quality programs like GMP's and HACCP.
• Must wear PPE as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and regulate equipment like conveyors and hand trucks.
• Inspect equipment for malfunctions and report issues.
• Train new employees when proficient.

Skills

Food manufacturing experience

Safety dedication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Pallet jack

Fork truck (PIT)

Job description

Description

Looking for a job that can turn into a lifelong career? At Lactalis USA, we believe in promoting from within and giving our employees opportunities to grow. Whether you're starting fresh or bringing years of experience, we'll provide the tools and support you need to succeed!

Lactalis, the world leader in dairy, is a family-owned business with more than 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals worldwide, committed to nurturing the future by providing healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people together every day. We produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together every day. We offer an enviable range of dairy brands including Galbani, President, Kraft Natural Cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Parmalat, Siggi's, and Stonyfield Organic in addition to several brands imported from our affiliates in Europe.

We live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity-and we're building a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don't meet every qualification, don't let that stop you from applying! We're eager to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how you can bring your EXPERTISE to help us make an impact.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

* Press switches and turn knobs to start, adjust, and regulate equipment such as hoppers, impact wrenches, conveyors and hand trucks.

* Become familiar with the set up and operation of all required equipment.

* Observe and listen to equipment to detect possible malfunctions, such as rubbing, binding or plugging up, and report malfunctions to the Team Leader or Maintenance. Understand screen/ magnet checks and equipment inspections. Report water/ hydraulic/ equipment leaks.

* Accurate and Timely SAP entries.

* Complete Sanitation as needed.

* Work in a team-based environment.

* Familiar with Quality programs as outlined in QRMP such as GMP's, Traceability, HACCP, Allergens, CCP, hold process and verifying raw ingredients.

* Perform other duties as directed by plant leadership as needed for efficient operations.

* When proficient train employees.

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education and Experience

* High School Diploma/GED

* At least 1 yr. previous manufacturing experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Previous food manufacturing experience a plus

* Use of motorized hand truck/ pallet jack is required (training provided)

* Use of fork truck (PIT) is required (training provided)

* Must wear PPE (ear protection, steel-toed shoes, bump cap/ hard hat, sanitation gear, face mask)

* Must be dedicated to personal safety and food safety

The statements included in this Position Description reflect, in general, the duties and responsibilities of this position and are not to be interpreted as being all-inclusive.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities