Whey Plant Evaporator and Dryer Operator Relief, Night Shift

About Us

Foremost Farms USA is one of the largest, leading dairy cooperatives in the United States and major dairy food and ingredients manufacturing business. We represent hundreds of Midwest dairy farmer members located in seven Midwest states, and we produce about 500 million pounds of cheese and 50 million pounds of butter in plants across our network every year. "We Bring Dairy to Life" in eight manufacturing plants across Wisconsin and Michigan and in our headquarters in Middleton (Madison), Wisconsin; and we’re looking for employees who are innovative and aim for excellence in our wide variety of production, field and business roles. Join us!

About This Opportunity

JOB TITLE: Whey Plant Evaporator and Dryer Operator Relief, Night Shift
POSITION TYPE: Full time
CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

Starting Pay: $23.08 per hour, increasing to $27.15 per hour after completing 60-day probation.
Earn an additional $2.00/hour shift premium for hours worked between 6:00PM - 6:00AM.

Join our Appleton Team!

Our facility is located at 1815 West Spencer Street, Appleton, WI 54914

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates and monitors high pressure pump, primary dryer and rotary dryer which converts liquid permeate into properly dried powder.
• Pump permeate from crystallizers to balance tank, to pre-heater, to high pressure pump, and into dryer.
• Adjusts speed in which permeate enters the balance tank and adjusts temperatures as needed.
• Operates and monitors permeate evaporators.
• Monitors solid levels and makes adjustments as needed.
• Performs piping and equipment hook-ups to prepare equipment for production and cleaning.
• Takes samples for lab analysis and testing.
• Performs equipment washing using the automated clean in place (CIP) system.
• Completes moisture testing to ensure powder quality.
• Keep proper bag count, follows checklists, and accurate paperwork logs.
• Must be willing to obtain forklift certification.
• Responsible for bag house operation and cleaning.
• Responsible for data entry and maintaining accurate information in our EPL system.
• Follow good manufacturing practices and plant procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Effective Cognition:

• Communicate effectively with plant personnel
• Work well independently or as a member of a work group
• Follow verbal work instructions
• Interpret and read information in the English language including safety rules, operating instructions and procedure manuals
• Perform basic math functions (adding, subtracting, fractions, etc.)
• Operate human machine interfaces and computers
• Able to tell time on an analog or digital clock

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Able to walk and stand on concrete surfaces for extended periods of time
• Able stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Use hands to flex, grip tools and operate machinery
• Push, pull, lift with arms below waist/at shoulder level/above shoulder level up to 50 pounds
• See close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and able to adjust focus
• Perform work in extreme hot or cold temperatures in a damp environment
• Wear required PPE (e.g., hearing protection, fall protection, bump cap, hair net, safety glasses, chemical handling PPE, etc.)
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 60 lbs.

BENEFITS:

Because you and your family matter, Foremost Farms offers some of the best benefits in the Fox Valley. Our comprehensive medical plan includes health, vision, dental, and prescription insurance. Employees pay less than $105/month for single coverage and less than $235/month for family coverage, with low annual deductibles ($250/$500). Other benefits include:

• Paid vacation and holidays (premium pay for holiday work)
• 401(k) with a generous company contribution
• Pension plan
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Option: Get paid every day with daily pay
• Referral program
• On-the-job training
• Advancement opportunities!

Equal Opportunity Employer
Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

At Foremost Farms USA, we believe that employee diversity brings strength to our organization. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disabilities, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Successful completion of pre-employment screening is required, which could include a drug test, background check, and other verifications or assessments to be sure you will be able to succeed in your position.

Are you ready to Be Foremost?
Apply today at www.foremostfarms.com