Membrane Operator

Agropur; Jerome (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Agropur in Jerome, ID is seeking a BiPro/Membrane Operator to oversee day-to-day production of whey protein isolates using ion-exchange and membrane filtration. You will operate equipment, regulate solids, temperature and pH, and log up to 50 variables per hour, contributing to high-quality BiPro whey protein isolate production.

The role emphasizes precise process control, adherence to safety and quality standards, and collaboration with team members in a fast-paced dairy environment.

Qualifications

• Operate equipment and control processes in the production of whey products, applying knowledge of processes and production methods.
• Effectively operate state-of-the-art equipment involved with the isolation of protein products.

Responsibilities

• Regulate production factors such as solids, temperature, and pH to meet set points.
• Take frequent readings and log up to 50 variables per hour.

Skills

Equipment operation

Process control

Reading logs

Documentation

Communication

Tools

Ion-exchange equipment

Membrane filtration

Job description

Job Type:

Regular

Working at Agropur means contributing to something bigger than yourself, in service of communities.

People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in working together, speaking honestly, taking ownership, and creating value in everything we deliver. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to growing stronger together. Joining the team means being part of an environment where people support each other and take pride in making a real impact.

An environment aligned with a clear mission:

• Starting wage of $25.86
• Two pay increases within the first year up to $1.00
• $1.50 Shift Differential + Double Time on Sundays
• Thursday - Saturday every other Sunday 5PM to 5AM
• Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with up to a 7% company match
• 3 Weeks PTO
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Healthy work/life balance

How your role contributes to that mission:

We are looking for a BiPro/Membrane Operator in Jerome, ID. The BiPro/Membrane Operator is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the proprietary ion-exchange and membrane filtering processes which create whey protein isolates. The BiPro/Membrane Operator position utilizes advanced equipment and oversees crucial production steps to create high quality BiPro whey protein isolate product.

• Operate equipment and control processes in the production of high quality/high value whey products, successfully applying learned knowledge of processes and production methods.
• Effectively operate state-of-the‑art equipment involved with the isolation of protein products.

Regulate production factors such as solids, temperature, pH; making adjustments to meet all set points.

Take frequent readings; accurately logging up to 50 variables per hour.

The profile that shares this sense of contribution:

• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects, sets objectives and goals, breaks down work into the process steps, develops schedules and assignments, anticipates and adjusts for problems or roadblocks, measures performance against goals, evaluates results.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.

A role with purpose and lasting impact.

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.

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