Weigh Room Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Menomonie (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Menomonie, WI is seeking a Weigh Room Operator for 1st shift. You will weigh raw materials, prepare production batches, and support daily manufacturing operations.

This temp-to-hire role offers a path to permanent employment with pay increasing from $19.50/hour to $22.50/hour after hire. Candidates should have basic English skills, be able to lift up to 50 lbs, and work in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Precise weighing and measurement accuracy required.
• Basic math and reading comprehension in English.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Willingness to complete respirator fit testing and maintain a clean-shaven face as required.

Responsibilities

• Weigh and verify raw materials for production batches.
• Transfer weighed materials to weigh area.
• Set up pallets of weighed batches per batch records.
• Assist with material staging and movement in production.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records.
• Follow safety, quality, and sanitation procedures.
• Support cross-training in dry mix and capsule operations.
• Collaborate with team to maintain production flow.

Skills

Attention to detail

Math skills

Physical stamina

English literacy

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Weigh Room Operator

Pay: $19.50/hour

Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM-3:30 PM

Location: Menomonie, WI

Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire

We are seeking a detail-oriented Weigh Room Operator to join a growing manufacturing team on 1st shift. This role is responsible for accurately weighing raw materials, preparing batches for production, and supporting daily manufacturing operations. Candidates with experience in manufacturing, production, factory, warehouse, or machine operator environments are encouraged to apply.

This is considered an Operator 2 level position and offers the opportunity to become a direct hire employee. Upon permanent hire, pay increases to $22.50/hour.

Responsibilities:

• Weigh & verify raw materials for production batches
• Transfer raw materials to the weigh area
• Set up pallets of weighed batches according to batch records
• Assist with material staging & movement throughout the production process
• Maintain accurate documentation & records
• Follow established quality, safety, and sanitation procedures
• Support cross-training efforts in dry mix & capsule operations
• Work closely with team members to maintain efficient production flow

Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail & accuracy
• Above-average math skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly
• Ability to stand for extended periods & perform repetitive tasks
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math in English
• Previous manufacturing, production, factory, warehouse, or machine operator experience is helpful but not required
• Must be willing and able to complete respirator fit testing & maintain a clean-shaven face as required for proper respirator use
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Team-oriented mindset & willingness to learn additional processes

Work Environment:

This position works within a manufacturing environment and may involve varying temperatures, material handling, and production equipment. Safety, quality, and accuracy are critical components of the role.

Transferable Experience:

If you have worked at or considered opportunities with employers such as Nestlé USA, Andersen Corporation, Phillips Medisize, 3M, CURT Manufacturing, Midwest Manufacturing, Ashley Furniture Industries, AmeriLux, Cardinal Glass Industries, or Drylock Technologies, your experience may transfer well to this position. This statement does not imply any affiliation between these companies and the hiring employer.