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Convertor Operator

Job in Waverly, Bremer County, Iowa, 50677, USA
Listing for: Nestle SA
Full Time position Listed on 2026-11-14
Job specializations:
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 30 USD Hourly USD 30.00 HOUR

Job Description & How to Apply Below

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.

At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

The function of this position is:
The purpose of this job is to operate the convertors and related equipment, to weigh up, blend, and instantize powder for packaging according to Nestlé USA specifications.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:
  • $30.00/hr
  • Shift: 3rd shift (12 am - 8 am) with rotating overtime, either 4 hours before or after shift
  • 401k with company match
  • Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Insurance eligibility begins on 31st day of employment
  • 11 paid holidays

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Nestlé Careers ()

DUTIES
  • 1. Set correct ingredient weights on Hardy Scale panel in accordance with blender batch formula, set order of draw, monitor the drawing up and weighing sequence, and re-compute scale hopper batches as appropriate.
  • 2. Coordinate with Instant Feed Operator as to the station each ingredient will be drawn from and keep informed as to number of draws remaining at the end of a flavor run.
  • 3. Regulate Merchen Feeder setting according to established rate or as directed by the supervisor.
  • 4. Adjust tray inlet air pressure, temperature, and hood vacuum to promote the most desirable drying conditions for the product being produced.
  • 5. Regulate convertor belt vari-drive motors to insure that correct slaking occurs on belt.
  • 6. Insure proper screens are installed in rotex sifter and Azo sifter to produce the desired product density
  • 7. Insure that proper wetting of powder occurs in the hydrator tower by regulating water pressure, temperature, volume, using correct spinner/orifice combinations and insuring nozzle position in the tower is correct.
  • 8. Operate lecithin system insuring correct amount of lecithin is sprayed into blender as specified by blender batch formula. Insure nozzles are operating satisfactory and replenish lecithin barrels as required.
  • 9. Perform the periodic product sample test to insure quality of product meets Company product specifications.
  • 10. Replenish filter media in plenum room as necessary.
  • 11. Repack homos, wash towers, belts, trays as needed.
  • 12. Assist in building cleaning of the work area and weekend cleanup.
  • a) Shift cleaning duties as assigned.
  • 13. Maintain records on production and instantizing processes.
  • 14. Operate and monitor all instantizing and related equipment for proper operation.
  • 15. To dump Zeolex into Zeolex feeder when needed.
  • 16. Do ingredient usage using MES/SAP system.
  • 17. Perform sanitation and changeover duties on convertor/processing equipment.
  • 18. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
  • Materials:

    Assures proper weighing and blending of ingredients. Has control over the quality of thousands of pounds of finished product per hour. Inspects…

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