Machine Operator I

Inotiv; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental

Disability (short/long-term)

Paid time off

Parental leave

401K plan

Job summary

Inotiv in Wisconsin is seeking a production associate for the Custom Diet facility. You will perform mixing, pelleting and drying operations, maintaining quality records and supporting process improvements.

This role requires high school education, clear English communication, neat handwriting, basic math, ability to follow detailed instructions, and the stamina to stand for long periods. Overtime including nights and weekends is possible.

Qualifications

• Completed High School education
• English communication - written, reading and oral
• Neat and legible handwriting
• Developed and accurate basic math ability - addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
• Ability to follow detailed instructions accurately
• Ability to accurately transpose written and printed information to quality record documents
• Ability to work in a standing position for extended periods of time
• Perform repetitive tasks

Responsibilities

• Mix diets utilizing both vertical paddle mixers and horizontal ribbon mixer
• Pellet diets utilizing both table-top pellet mills and free-standing pellet mill
• Transfer pelleted diet to drying trays and load and unload drying trays into and out of vacuum dryers
• Complete and maintain mixing, pelleting and drying quality record documentation to ensure quality system compliance
• Participate in process improvement initiatives
• Other duties as assigned by management
• Overtime as needed including nights and or weekends

Skills

Basic math

Quality documentation

Follow instructions

English communication

Neat handwriting

Standing work

Repetitive tasks

Overtime availability

Job description

Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

The position will provide perform mixing, pelleting and drying responsibilities within the Custom Diet facility to include but not limited to the following:

• Mix diets utilizing both vertical paddle mixers and horizontal ribbon mixer
• Pellet diets utilizing both table-top pellet mills and free-standing pellet mill
• Transfer pelleted diet to drying trays and load and unload drying trays into and out of vacuum dryers
• Complete and maintain mixing, pelleting and drying quality record documentation to ensure quality system compliance
• Participate in process improvement initiatives
• Other duties as assigned by management
• Overtime as needed including nights and or weekends

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Completed High School education
• English communication - written, reading and oral
• Neat and legible handwriting
• Developed and accurate basic math ability - addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
• Ability to follow detailed instructions accurately
• Ability to accurately transpose written and printed information to quality record documents
• Ability to work in a standing position for extended periods of time
• Perform repetitive tasks

Additional Notes

• Physical mobility within facility
• Ability to lift 55 lb. objects from floor to shoulder height
• Ability to climb and descend stairs and vertical ladders
• Aptitude to comprehend solid and liquid process flow
• Willing and able to work overtime as needed (including nights and weekends)

This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person's relevant experience and/or education level.

Benefits

Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.