Process Operator; Churn 3rd Shift

Description

Our dairy cooperative is seeking a regular, full‑time Machine Operator for our Butter Churn operation on the 3rd shift (11pm‑7am). The operator will run the butter churn efficiently to meet production requirements, understand the butter‑churning process and all related equipment, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. Maintenance of churn facilities in a sanitary manner—including Clean In Place (CIP) washing of equipment and cleaning of walls, floors, ceilings, light fixtures, drains, and other environmental areas—is required.

Schedule flexibility, willingness to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and shift rotation is required. At times, overtime, weekend work, holiday work, and shift rotation will be mandatory.
Starting rate: $29.29 per hour plus a 10% shift differential for 3rd shift.

• Pay or shift range: $29.29 USD to $31.14 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job‑related reasons.

• Work effectively in a multi‑tasking environment, independently and as part of a team, with minimal supervision, and interact positively with others at every level of the organization.
• Detail oriented.
• Identify and resolve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Handle situations or problems that occur with a high level of professionalism and direction.
• Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to read and understand instructions and manuals.
• Basic computer skills.
• Perform basic arithmetic (add, subtract, multiply, divide) in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, positive attitude, and ability to grow and support a team environment.
• Apply common sense to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ethics: treat people with respect, keep commitments, inspire trust, act with integrity, and uphold organizational values. Act as a responsible steward of the environment.

• Minimum high school diploma, GED, or HiSET.
• Experience operating machinery in a manufacturing environment is preferred; experience in the food industry is a plus.
• Experience with manufacturing safety requirements, lock‑out/tag‑out preferred.

• Work involves exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Physical effort: occasional lifting of objects up to 70 lbs and handling of objects weighing more than 100 lbs.
• Environment involves exposure to physical risks such as operating dangerous equipment or working with chemicals.

Our support for employee growth includes promotion from within, cross‑training, and 100% tuition reimbursement. Team members enjoy access to a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, disability, a competitive salary, 401(k) retirement plans, and generous paid time off.

Agri‑Mark is an equal opportunity employer. The company is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every qualified prospective and current employee. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, place of birth, age, disability, or any other classification protected under applicable federal and state law.

Agri‑Mark complies with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.