Whey Production Operator
•Today
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$51 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Milbank, South Dakota |
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Job Description
Job Description
Position SummaryWhat We’re Looking For
This is an entry-level manufacturing role where you will train on how to process, dry, and package whey products used in food production. You’ll learn different areas of the whey operation while working closely with experienced operators and supervisors. No prior whey experience is required—we provide training. This role supports safe production, product quality, and teamwork on the production floor.
What You’ll Do- Learn and assist in multiple whey processing roles through on-the-job training
- Support operators with equipment cleaning and sanitation (CIP)
- Help prepare, clean, and maintain processing equipment
- Monitor basic process conditions during start-up, shutdown, and cleaning cycles
- Perform routine cleaning and simple preventative maintenance tasks
- Move finished products to storage areas
- Safely handle cleaning chemicals using proper PPE
- Complete production and quality paperwork accurately
- Follow all food safety, quality, and safety procedures
- Communicate with team members and supervisors to keep operations running smoothly
- Participate in required safety and job training
Schedule
- Full-time, 12-hour shifts
- Rotating schedule, including weekends (Double time on Sunday!)
- Reliable and team-oriented
- Willing to learn and take initiative
- Detail-focused and safety-minded
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
This position does not supervise other employees.
Why Join Us?
✅ Career growth opportunities
✅ Predictable schedules — know your hours every week
✅ Clean, organized, food-grade environment (not a typical factory)
✅ Strong, stable local company
✅ Great people and team culture
Work Environment✅ Career growth opportunities
✅ Predictable schedules — know your hours every week
✅ Clean, organized, food-grade environment (not a typical factory)
✅ Strong, stable local company
✅ Great people and team culture
- Food manufacturing facility
- Exposure to noise, moving equipment, vibration, and cleaning chemicals
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required
- High school diploma or GED
- Must be able to maintain forklift certification
- Must be at least 18 years old
This job description outlines the general nature of the role. Duties and responsibilities may change as needed to support operations.
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Full-time Jobs Part-time Jobs Posting ID: 1263081164 Posted: 2026-06-04 Job Title: Production Operator