Production Operator

Are you ready fora new beginning?

We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology.

Our purpose points the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.

We're here to better our world with biology.

Join us as our new Production Operator

In this role you will run production equipment and manage production lines to create high quality products and deliver on time the full amount requested to your customer.

• Set-up, operation, and basic troubleshooting of production equipment (forklifts, mixers, fillers, conveyors, labelers, utility, and safety equipment) for an entire production line without the requirement of supervision.

• Manage manufacturing and packaging operations for your production line including the delegation of tasks as appropriate and identifying and supporting safety concerns and daily issues for Operators.

• Provide clear, concise, and complete communication when giving directions and in answering questions about your production line.

• Seek help from supporting departments and resources if you are behind schedule or as needed.

• Generate and assist with the completion of all paperwork for your responsible production line.

• Revise and maintain production line SOPs with current best practices and if needed seek assistance from Sr. Operator.

• Maintain the production line you are responsible for by using quality standards.

• Must be flexible to support multiple locations including our New Berlin site.

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

• Must be able to follow instructions details in Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and work independently as needed

• Working knowledge of production equipment, understanding of manufacturing processes, previous experience, farm experience and/or forklift experience are definite assets

• Must be physically able to perform all tasks related to the position, including the ability to walk, bend, twist, climb stairs/ladders, and lift 55 pounds unassisted

• Must be able to pass Respirator Fit Test and able to wear a full-face respirator

• Must have good visual acuity and manual dexterity

• Ability to work at heights and in changing environmental conditions (heat, cold, dusty, or high humidity)

• Ability to enter and perform work in confined spaces

• Ability to operate a forklift, man lift, and other motorized vehicles

Schedule:

First shift with the ability to work a rotating overtime schedule

$19-$21/hr

• 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution

• PTO: 120 hours of vacation, 80 hours of wellness, & 32 hours of floating holiday

• Health, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance starting day 1

• Healthcare savings account option with generous employer contribution

• Employee assistance program

• Parental leave

Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!

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