Batching Operator- Nights

About the Company

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich dairy products to nourish consumers. With over $3B in annual retail sales, fairlife's portfolio includes fairlife® ultra-filtered milk, Core Power® High Protein Shakes, and fairlife® nutrition plan™. A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola Company, fairlife has been recognized for industry-leading innovation.

About the Role

Able and available to perform all processing positions in the absence of the operator who normally performs the job. This includes Separation Operator, RO Milk Operator, Membrane Operator, Batching Operator, VTIS Operator, and CIP Operator.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Tetra Almix and batching systems in the processing area safely and sanitarily, following all GMPs, including recipe selection and target quantity for the batch.
• Take samples to the lab for testing and perform final batch calculations.
• Lift and dump 50 lb bags.
• Monitor and maintain process controls of heat exchangers, document accurate recordings of process parameters.
• Clean processing equipment, including hand cleaning parts, clean-in-place (CIP), and clean out of place (COP) operations daily.
• Perform any other duties assigned by management.

Requirements

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Proficiency in English: comfortable with both written and verbal communication, including reading and writing.
• Basic computational skills and simple math reasoning required.
• Ability to operate equipment effectively after the appropriate break-in period.
• Must work safely, efficiently, and follow all safety procedures, including using safety equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot small problems and discern when issues require input from higher authority.
• Willingness to ask for assistance when the process is unclear.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

The work environment includes ambient temperatures as well as elevated temperatures up to 110 degrees due to equipment operation and cleaning.

Food Safety Requirements

• Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that may affect product quality or food safety.
• Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy in Production Areas.
• Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer, and/or Government standards as prioritized by the Company.
• Initiate action to prevent nonconformities relating to Food Safety, product quality, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the quality of ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until deficiencies are corrected.
• In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume duties and responsibilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective day one.
• Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance).
• Paid Time Off to recharge and support work-life balance.
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance (up to $10,000).
• Parental support and family care benefits, including childcare resources and lactation support.
• 401(k) with up to 9% employer match to support retirement planning.
• Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work-life support.
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability.
• Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants).
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000) and student loan repayment ($200/month).
• Learning and development programs to unlock full potential.
• Rewards and recognition, matching gifts, free product, and Business Resource Groups.

fairlife's nour!sh program supports individual wellbeing journeys while enabling employees to do their best work every day.

Pay

Base pay range: $27—$27 USD per hour. This position is eligible for bonus.

Schedule

Non-Exempt (hourly). Minimal travel required.

Position location: Coopersville, MI. Reports to: Processing Supervisor.