Syrup & Evaporator Nights - WI

Job Details:

Job Location:

Mariani Plant
- Wisconsin Rapids, WI, Salary Range: $22.25 - $25.25

Hourly,

Job Title:

Syrup-Evaporator Operator

Department:
Wisconsin
- Infusion

Reports to:

Shift Supervisor

Revised:
January 1st, 2026

Under direction of shift supervisor, the syrup-evaporator operator operates the evaporator, mix tank and accompanying production jobs and keeps plant areas in a clean and orderly condition as directed. Other tasks may be assigned as needed.

• Must be a self-starter and motivated.
• Must be able to read and write in English.
• Must be able to work under a timeline and meet that timeline.
• Must be able to perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Ability to keep focus in stressful situations.
• Must be trained in the nature and properties of Sanitation chemicals.
• Must set an example for company values.
• Must follow company GMPs.
• Must follow PPE requirements
• Must be forklift certified

• Responsible for evaporating syrup
• Responsible for operating the mix tank
• Responsible for completing any necessary paperwork in a timely, accurate manner
• Cleans and maintains work area in proper sanitation condition during and at shift end.
• Responsible for monthly cleaning of departmental equipment.
• Responsible for ensuring safe working conditions and safe work practices in assigned area, including written procedures for safe handling and use of chemical compounds.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods, walking, climbing, bending, reaching, stooping
• Must be able to work regularly scheduled and unscheduled overtime.
• Performs other duties relating to the overall effort as directed.
• Responsible for food safety
• Will not mishandle equipment in any manner.
• Properly records sugar usage
• Properly uses the scan gun to move sugar bags
• Performs brix tests and records results
• Cleans In Place (CIP) both the weak syrup evaporator and the mix tank at designated times.
• Responsible for filling out End of Shift checklist in Red Zone and ensuring all tasks have been completed before going home.
• Monitors and adjusts flow rates and temperatures to ensure targets and specs are met.
• Gathers samples and tests as needed, cleans inline filters, monitors tank levels, CIP (clean in process) the evaporator, hangs sugar sacks.
• Cleans IBCs or macro bins as needed

• Ensures product meets all product specifications.
• Properly marks product or materials as directed with NC/ WIP/FG codes or other marks.
• Completes records as necessary.
• Knows and follows Company HACCP, and GMP procedures.
• Responsible for food safety

• Keeps work area clean and orderly using common cleaning equipment.
• Cleans up production area and elsewhere at end of shift as directed.
• Responsible for cleaning equipment within department (and other areas) during monthly cleans.

• Responsible for ensuring safe working conditions and safe work practices in assigned area, including following written procedures for safe handling and use of chemical compounds.
• Must be familiar with safe machine operations where machinery must be cleaned while running and follow lock out procedures.
• Knows and follows company safety procedures, including Lock-out/tag-out and PPE requirements Responsible for ensuring safe working conditions and safe work practices in assigned area, including written procedures for safe handling and use of chemical compounds.

• Promptly informs Supervisor of known or anticipated problems
• Ensures clear and timely communication within department and with other departments to maximize productivity and minimize down time
• Acts as a team player
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills