Machine Operator Nights - Rothschild, WI

About the role

Our Rothschild, WI location is part of our Applied Health and Nutrition division and is responsible for our biopharmaceutical needs for Kerry customers and brands. This site is one of two that works with specialized lactose protein within the Kerry organization! People may not realize we're more than just great taste when it comes to food and beverage products - we truly are committed to nutrition and sciences as well! Responsible for the efficient operation and monitoring of the Spray Dry Dryer and Packager, Crystalline Dryer and Packager, Anhydrous Dryer and Packager and Refinery Assistant positions.

Key responsibilities

• Adjusts dryer as needed to ensure product uniformity, maximum dryer rates and standards throughout the dryer run.
• Takes appropriate action whenever the raw material or finished product does not meet the Kerry standard for color, texture, smell or foreign material.
• Assisting the packagers in preparing bags, room cleaning, bag staging, warehousing production, scale checks, and taking and submitting samples to the lab per specified frequencies.
• Performs assigned data entry, record keeping and process monitoring functions according to established procedures in an accurate and timely manner.
• Initiates the CIP process on dryer feed tanks, circuits and dryers - hand cleans valves, tubs, jumpers and related equipment per Kerry Master Sanitation Schedules, SQF, Sop`s and Regulatory requirements
• Continuously works to maximize On Product hours and to minimize the off-Product hours.
• Within a reasonable period, must develop a level of competency that supports trouble shooting equipment problems, and maximize equipment performances.
• During breakdowns works directly with Maintenance personnel to fix equipment in a timely manner.
• Reports and records all deviations from specified operating parameters and "critical control points," as established by HACCP and Kerry procedures.
• Seek involvement in continuous improvement activities and processes to support organizational progress on safety, quality, customer service and cost goals.
• Provide break relief to other employees as needed.

Qualifications and skills

What You'll Need To Be Successful And Safe

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English at a level to facilitate the understanding of the terminology of the job.
• Ability to comprehend and follow written and/or verbal procedures or instructions.
• Have basic math skills.
• Ability to work safely.
• Ability to operate forklift and pallet movers.
• Ability to lift 50lbs and the ability to kneel, bend over, squat, stoop, and carry.
• Ability to work in warm and dusty environment.

Education and/or Experience

• High School graduate or equivalent required
• Demonstrate communication, organizational, and the ability to listen
• Excellent attention to detail, neatness, and follow through with tasks.

Pay

$27.01 / hour + $1.00 Night Shift Premium

Schedule

Must be able to work 12hr Night Shift 3-2-3 Schedule, Shift time is 545 pm -600 am. Plus Overtime as needed