Soy Plant Operator

Didion; Johnson Creek (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Didion Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking a Soy Plant Operator to join a safety‑driven, quality‑focused production team.

You will help produce top‑quality soy‑based foods, participate in cross‑training, and support efficient plant operations on a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with potential overtime. The role emphasizes safety, food safety, equipment care, and teamwork as you transfer grain, unload trucks, and help maintain smooth processes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Basic computer skills: typing, web browsing and MS Office.
• Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting; work safely and independently.
• Fluent in English for effective teamwork.
• Positive, proactive attitude that supports teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures, perform risk assessments and use PPE.
• Maintain high food safety standards and complete required documentation.
• Care for equipment; inspect, operate, and safely use tools.
• Collaborate with department to transfer grain, unload trucks and keep operations smooth.
• Support the Soy Plant team to run the plant efficiently and add value.

Skills

Computer literacy

MS Office

Critical thinking

English fluency

Teamwork

Typing

Web browsing

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Full time! First shift! Monday - Friday! Great team! Great pay! Great benefits!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Are you ready to play a crucial role in producing top-quality soy-based food products? As a Soy Plant Operator, you’ll be at the heart of our operations, ensuring safety, quality, customer satisfaction, and efficiency. This hands‑on role offers you the chance to be cross‑trained in multiple tasks, increasing your contributions to our team and opening doors for growth and job enrichment.

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 7 AM - 3:30 PM, with the possibility of overtime.

Compensation:

$24-$27 per hour

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safety First: Follow all safety procedures, perform risk assessments, and use required PPE. Always look for proactive safety improvements.
• Food Safety: Ensure compliance with the highest levels of food safety, including completing necessary documentation.
• Equipment Care: Adhere to safety procedures for the use, inspection, and care of vehicles, equipment, and tools.
• Team Collaboration: Work with your department and team to perform essential tasks like transferring grain, unloading bins and trucks, and ensuring smooth, safe operations.
• Value Addition: Show your commitment to adding value by performing all tasks necessary to support the Soy Plant team in efficiently running the plant.

REQUIREMENTS:

To thrive in this role, you’ll need a combination of experience and education that demonstrates your capability.

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• General computer competency, including typing, web browsing, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting skills, enabling you to work safely and independently.
• Fluency in English to effectively communicate with team members and others.
• A positive, proactive attitude that fosters superior teamwork and collaboration.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

• Ability to work in noisy, dusty environments, and in both hot and cold weather.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Endurance to ascend and descend multiple flights of stairs, ladders, and gangways multiple times a day while carrying tools, and work standing continuously.
• Capability to work safely at heights up to 220 feet using ladders, man lifts, harnesses, equipment tops, and scaffolding.

Join us and be part of a team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement!

Didion Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We urge all qualified applicants to apply for this position. Selection will be based on qualifications as they relate to position requirements without regard to race, color, national origin, religion sex, age, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class.

Didion uses the eVerify system to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.