Batter Breader Operator

Batter Breader Operator Pool

In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences —together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.

As a Batter Breader Operator at our Appleton, WI plant, you will be responsible for the efficient operation of all breading and batter equipment to ensure our snack foods are made to the highest standards and are delivered with quality, safety, and the end customer in mind. This role plays a vital part in product consistency and food safety in a fast-paced production environment.

• Operate, monitor, and adjust batter/breader equipment to maintain consistent product quality and adhere to established standards.
• Perform quality checks, calculate batter measurements, and accurately document production data throughout your shift.
• Identify and elevate safety and food safety risks, maintain workplace cleanliness, and follow all safety and GMP guidelines.
• Set up, order, issue, and return raw materials as needed, assist with freezer/fryer tasks, and support the Line Leader with daily operations.
• Apply knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance, adapt to changing tasks, and transport heavy objects safely using appropriate machinery.

This role works in a manufacturing environment with potential exposure to loud noises, strong odors, temperature fluctuations, moving machinery, wet or humid conditions, hazardous chemicals, high or confined areas, extreme temperatures, and vibration throughout various facility areas. It also regularly engages in prolonged standing, walking, communicating, and sensory tasks each shift, while frequently handling objects, climbing, balancing, and performing various physical movements such as stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling as part of job duties.

Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus are required.

AM Shift (6AM-6PM) or PM Shift (6PM-6AM) on a 2-2-3 schedule. Shift differential offered for PM Shift.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience with machine operating in manufacturing required, experience working in food manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Maintains a continuous learning mindset and adapts quickly to new equipment, processes, and roles.
• Demonstrates strong technical ability with a digital-first approach, embracing new technologies and accurately entering data.
• Communicates clearly with all levels of the organization, follows instructions (written/oral/diagram form), and completes necessary documentation independently in English.
• Pays close attention to detail, prioritizing product quality, safety, and accurate record-keeping.
• Physically capable of meeting job requirements and consistently brings a positive, team-focused attitude to work.
• Demonstrates adaptability, technical proficiency, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills while working independently or collaboratively to ensure effective and logical decision-making in diverse situations.
• Physically capable of bending frequently and lifting heavy objects (up to 50 pounds), alongside proficiency in safely operating Powered Industrial Vehicles to support workplace operations.

• Competitive hourly rate
• Insurance day ONE of employment
• 401k match up to 6%
• PTO, company holidays, wellness days
• Maternity/paternity leave
• Set schedule/overtime allowances
• Education reimbursement

Starting at $29.30 USD hourly + bonus eligibility + hourly pay differential for applicable shifts. The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education/training, and other organizational needs.

At McCain, we’re on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and wellbeing at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person’s needs are unique and ensure our benefits & wellbeing programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits:…