Lactose Processing Operator — Dairy Production & Benefits

Agropur; Minnesota; On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO from day 1

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts

Uniform program

Shoe allowance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Agropur in Minnesota is hiring a Lactose Operator I to run dairy processing equipment, perform CIP cycles, and maintain a clean, safe production area. The role supports product processing, packaging, and adherence to GMP/SOPs.

No prior experience required; in-house training provided. Starting wage and benefits accompany opportunities for advancement in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• No experience required; in-house training provided.
• Experience in a food manufacturing or dairy processing environment preferred.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues.
• Attention to detail, quality and cleanliness in work.
• Excellent organizational skills, prioritize, multitask and meet deadlines.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Basic computer skills; input and retrieve computerized information.
• Able to legibly document work.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn new skills quickly and demonstrate problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Operate all key pieces of dairy processing equipment in the Lactose department, performing CIP as needed and per schedule.
• Follow complex procedure equipment start-up.
• Run equipment involving emptying crystallization tanks and refining lactose crystals before drying into lactose powder.
• Regulate factors such as solids and temperature; adjust for product type.
• Take readings and log up to fifty variables.
• Operate Clean In Place (CIP) cycles and perform troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Clean and sanitize all parts and areas of the Lactose department including walls, floors and equipment.
• Assist with product processing and packaging including handling of 25 kg bags.
• Maintain knowledge of product flow and trace piping; troubleshoot as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of valves and pumps.
• Assist coworkers with tasks within the department as assigned.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Adhere to Safety Protocols and report unsafe acts or hazards.
• Support safety policies and programs.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Agropur in Minnesota is hiring a Lactose Operator I to run dairy processing equipment, perform CIP cycles, and maintain a clean, safe production area. The role supports product processing, packaging, and adherence to GMP/SOPs.

No prior experience required; in-house training provided. Starting wage and benefits accompany opportunities for advancement in a collaborative, inclusive environment.