Intake Operator

Agropur, inc.; Town of Weyauwega (WI); On-site; USD 57,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Short and Long-term Disability

401(k) up to 7%

PTO starting Day 1

Paid holidays and floating holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Uniform Program + Shoe Allowance

Job summary

Agropur is seeking an Intake Operator III to manage the arrival and quality control of milk, including sampling, testing and sanitation. The role emphasizes teamwork, accountability and a safe working environment with growth opportunities across the plant.

Starting wage is $27.56 per hour with two potential increases within a year, a 4 AM–4 PM, 2-2-3 schedule, and Sunday double-time pay. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) matching, PTO on day one and tuition

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Milk Weigher and Sampler licenses provided in-house if needed.
• Charm Reader and Pasteurization certifications provided on-site.
• Ability to follow GMP and GLP instructions.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently load out milk, cream and whey from trucks.
• Set up and stage incoming loads of condensed and UF milk.
• Verify load paperwork for accuracy.
• Coordinate milk volumes and movement for silo rotation and wash cycles.
• Maintain and wash tanks, silos and intake product lines.
• Complete sanitation tasks per Master Sanitation Schedules.
• Record milk inventory, truck wash seals and other documentation.
• Set and read cow samples; test incoming milk for antibiotics per GMP.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Basic math skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Milk Weigher and Sampler licenses

Charm Reader Certifications

Pasteurization Certifications

Job description

Job Type: RegularThe Intake Operator III position is responsible for receiving milk from milk haulers and truckers, ensuring quality of milk through samples, testing and proper sanitation, handling and storage.

People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone's impact truly matters.

We believe that teamwork-collaborating and sharing perspectives-is essential to achieving the best results.

An environment where collaboration is encouraged and valued:

• Starting Wage $27.56/HR
• Two pay increases within a year, up to $1.00
• 4 AM - 4 PM | 2,2,3 Schedule
• Double time pay on Sunday
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with up to 7% company contributions
• PTO starting Day 1
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Advancement Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Discounts
• Uniform Program + Shoe Allowance

Your key responsibilities

• Efficiently load out milk, cream and whey from trucks.
• Properly set up and stage incoming loads of condensed and ultra-filtered (UF) milk.
• Verify load paperwork for accuracy.
• Coordinate milk volumes and movement to ensure proper silo rotation and wash cycles.
• Wash floor in the Intake and areas leading into Intake per GMP specifications.
• Maintain and wash tanks, silos and intake product lines per GMP specifications.
• Clean-In-Place (CIP) trucks and wash manhole area, gaskets caps, and vents.
• Complete tasks as required on Master Sanitation Schedules.
• Monitor chemicals for cleaning and replace as needed.
• Record milk inventory, truck wash seals and other necessary documentation.
• Set and read cow samples.
• Sample and test incoming milk loads for antibiotics per GMP specifications.
• Adhere correct bar codes to samples as needed.
• Work with cheese plant vat and HTST operators in everyday operations.
• Operate silos for proper milk agitation and cooling.
• Attend to incoming cream loads and monitor cream tanks as needed.
• Process milk slips and complete paperwork at the end of the night and take to the appropriate locations.
• Notify Laboratory personnel as needed.
• Assist in training new employees as directed by Supervisor.
• Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing and Sanitation Practices.
• Safety Protocol
• Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
• Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
• Support safety policies and programs.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

The individual who will own this role

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• No experience required; in-house training provided.
• Milk Weigher and Sampler licenses; in-house training and certification test provided.
• Charm Reader Certifications; in-house training provided.
• Pasteurization Certifications; in-house training and certification test provided.
• Able to exchange basic informational data (fill out forms/checklists, copy data from one record to another, etc.); interview to gather information; advise others on alternatives/options; coach and counsel others; read, understand and explain technical data.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision, adapt to a changing environment quickly, and think independently.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, quality and cleanliness in work.
• Follow one- or two-step verbal instructions; read and follow written instructions; perform routine and repetitive tasks and carry out detailed but uncomplicated written or verbal instructions.
• Demonstrate functional and technical knowledge, ability to learn new skills quickly, and achieve a high level of accomplishment.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow documents and procedures (GLP, SOP, MSDS, GMP, test procedures, and HACCP).
• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.

A role for those who know that the best results are built through teamwork.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.