Operator Blending; 2-2-3 Schedule 6am - 6pm - Woodrow

Salm Partners, LLC; Denmark (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid time off

Job summary

Salm Partners, LLC is seeking a Backup Blender Operator at our Denmark, WI facility. The role performs meat formulation, blending preparation, and sanitation for processing, complying with SQF, GMP, and USDA requirements.

Hours are 6am–6pm on a 2-2-3 schedule. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and some experience in a USDA-regulated environment. We offer strong benefits and growth in a values-driven team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; USDA environment experience preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities with attention to detail.
• Proficient computer skills including Excel and ERP systems like MAS500.

Responsibilities

• Verify production menu and specifications before start-up to determine blending needs.
• Assemble and set up formulation and blending rooms for production.
• Identify spices and ingredients and deliver to Seasoning Room for use.
• Log raw meat vat information and ingredients; monitor blend consistency during mixing.
• Apply batch labels for lot traceability; complete required paperwork.
• Sanitize and reassemble equipment per Changeover Matrix; perform sanitation duties.
• Operate forklift and pallet jack; assist training of new operators.
• Follow GMP, safety rules and lockout/tagout procedures; provide backup support as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MAS500 ERP software

Job description

We are a leading manufacturer of premium, ready-to-eat link sausages and hot dogs. The company was founded in 2004 by four brothers, Chris, Joe, Mark, and Pete Salm. They partnered their individual talents together to create our organization, using the “partnership” concept as the cornerstone for our success. Since then, we have expanded and have two production plants with over 1,000 partners in Denmark, WI. In 2023, Johnsonville purchased Salm Partners to help grow not only its own ready-to-eat sausage business, but the ready-to-eat sausage category as a whole. The combination of the country’s most trusted retail sausage brand (Johnsonville) with the industry leading manufacturer (Salm Partners) has created a world class organization. We are committed to growth as a company and to our partners!

Position Overview

Performs all activities related to the meat formulation and blending preparation of raw meat product for processing, and sanitation of the Blending and Seasoning rooms. Complies with all safety, food safety, SQF, quality, GMP and USDA requirements.

The hours for this position are 6am - 6pm working a 2-2-3 schedule.

Location for the job is at 590 Woodrow Street, Denmark, WI.

Responsibilities

• Verify the production menu for process and product specifications per the Operational Parameters sheet from the MAS500 system prior to start-up to determine formulation and blending needs.
• Assemble and set up the formulation and blending rooms' equipment for production operation.
• Identify the spices and additional ingredients for the product to be blended during the shift; gather supplies from the Spice Room and deliver to the Seasoning Room for use.
• Verify and log the raw meat vat information and ingredients.
• Load raw meat from hopper to the blender.
• Add ingredients per the established recipe requirements.
• Monitor the blend during the mixing process; conduct process checks to verify the blend consistency for stuffing.
• Generate and apply blend labels to vats, with date, quantity, ingredients, etc. for lot traceability.
• Complete the required paperwork, including batch sheets, rework usage log, etc.
• Disassemble, sanitize and reassemble equipment as identified on the Changeover Matrix between production blends as required.
• Perform daily and weekly sanitation duties that include the following: sweep and mop floors; wash and; wipe down equipment, wash parts and walls; empty and clean bins and barrels; remove and dispose of all waste; mop and clean the Formulation, Blending, Grinder and Seasoning Rooms; clean the ice machine and raw cooler, and other areas weekly or as needed.
• Assist with training Backup Operators and operators hired onto the shift.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) as required.
• Exercise safety precautions when using cleaning chemicals, using cleaning chemicals appropriate to the task.
• Follows established equipment Lockout/Tagout procedures as required.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations per established company policies.
• Provide backup assistance to other department personnel as needs dictate.
• Operate a forklift and pallet jack to pull and move raw materials, product and supplies.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Education

A minimum of high school diploma or GED equivalency and a minimum of 6 months experience as a Backup Blender Operator is normally required. A minimum of 3 years work experience in a USDA- regulated environment is strongly preferred.

Experience

Experience with meat blending operations or ready-to-eat processed meats manufacturing is strongly preferred. Experience with formulating sausage to defined fat and moisture levels, incorporating water/fat-binding ingredients and inclusions (IQF vegetables, cheese) into sausage is highly desired.

Skills

Communication Skills

Must possess good verbal and interpersonal communication skills Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as product information, process instructions, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Computer Skills

Must possess computer proficiency with Excel, Outlook, SalmWiki and MAS500 or related integrated ERP manufacturing software system.

Mathematical Skills

Must have strong basic math skills, with the ability to calculate percentages and fractions for recipe quantities and meat formulations.

Benefits And Compensation

Full-time Partners at Salm have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support their well-being and future. This includes a 401(k) with a company match, health, dental, and vision coverage, as well as an optional Health Savings Account (HSA). Salm also provides company-paid short-term disability and life insurance policies. Full-time Partners enjoy paid time off (PTO) and the opportunity to grow within a values-driven and team-focused environment. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and position.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Salm Partners is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability.

We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including protected veteran and disability status.