Wet Blend Operator - Nights

Actus Nutrition; Adell (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

Actus Nutrition in Wisconsin is seeking a Wet Blend Operator to run the Rehydration and Cheese grinding departments, supporting the MSD operator in a fast-paced dairy setting.

The role features a $26.50/hour base pay plus a $0.50 shift differential and a $3,000 sign-on bonus, with rotational night shifts 6:00 PM–6:00 AM on a two-week cycle. Forklift certification is required or can be obtained after hire.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience
• Must be able to read and follow instructions
• Willing to learn/be certified as forklift driver
• Certified forklift driver

Responsibilities

• Communicate with the operator you are relieving to gain knowledge of the present state of the equipment and production run.
• Must be able to work well with others.
• Liquify and/or handle bulk cheese or other items; this includes un-wrapping and processing of material.
• Assist in MSD, Warehouse, and Foremost packaging operations as time allows.
• Operate in a wet environment and CIP equipment.
• Document lot and batch reporting.
• Identify product lines and track locations of products being transferred.
• Maintain daily sanitation schedule and clean silos, lines, and documentation.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Read and follow instructions

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

At Actus Nutrition, our focus is to create high-quality ingredients designed to optimize health and nutrition. We are passionate and dedicated people. Each day, we collectively explore new, innovative ways to enhance product performance and value through our broad human and animal nutrition portfolios. The human nutrition division focuses on industry leading whey and milk protein isolates, concentrates, and hydrolysates - backed by the speed, execution, and passion it takes to exceed the expectation of our customers.

The Wet Blend Operator has the responsibility for running the Rehydration and Cheese grinding departments in an efficient and productive manner. This position is to support and work directly with the MSD operator.

Pay

$26.50 per hour USD +$0.50 shift differential

Sign-On Bonus

$3,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!

Shift

Rotational Night Shift, 6:00 PM-6:00 AM; Wednesday, Thursday, Friday one week and Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday the opposite week

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Communicate with the operator you are relieving to gain knowledge of the present state of the equipment and production run.
• Must be able to work well with others.
• Liquify and or handle bulk cheese or other items; this is to include un-wrapping and processing of material.
• Certified forklift driver
• Assist in all aspects of the MSD, Warehouse, and Foremost packaging operations as time allows. This includes relieving employees for breaks when performing rehydration role.
• Ability to work in a wet environment and CIP equipment.
• Document lot and batch reporting.
• Communicate any issues to shift lead/supervisor/manager in a timely manner.
• Must pull liquid samples and use analysis for adjusting operation parameters.
• Able to identify product lines and track the locations of all products being transferred.
• Maintain proper documentation for production runs and CIP’s.
• Maintain a clean and organized area.
• Maintain daily sanitation schedule.
• Maintain clean silos, lines, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Must be able to read and follow instructions.
• Must be willing to learn/be certified as a forklift driver

We are committed to identifying and recruiting dedicated and reliable candidates to join the team of passionate employees. Actus Nutrition prides itself on advancement opportunities for our current workforce to promote from within. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as a healthy 401(k) company match program.