Dryer Operator

Agropur, inc.
paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, South Dakota, Lake Norden
Mar 19, 2025
Job Type:Regular Invest in you, Join Agropur. We dairy you! Text key word "Agropur" to 608-564-5884 and then text JR28131 to apply today! How Agropur invests in YOU: Starting pay $27.78/hour Two pay increases within first year up to $1.00. $1.50 Shift Differential + Double time on Sundays Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance 401(k) with up to 7% company contributions 3 Weeks PTO Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays Paid parental leave Advancement Opportunities Healthy work/life balance What's involved in this role: We are looking for a Dryer Operator III in Lake Norden, SD. Perform daily operations and cleaning of equipment associated with the dryer operation. Complete all documentation in an accurate and timely manner. Operate dryer and complete the Master Sanitation Schedule. Starting pay $27.78/hour 6am-6pm, 6pm-6am rotating monthly $1.50 night time differential pay between the hours of 6pm-6am Holiday pay and double time on Sunday What you need to join our team: Communicate in English both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues. High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Minimum four (4) years of experience in a related field required. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time. Ability to lift 50lbs. Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered. Where you'll be working: Our Lake Norden, SD, plant is home to approximately 450 employees and boasts a brand new, state of the art cheese and whey facility. We produce mozzarella, provolone, parmesan, romano, asiago, and Monterey Jack cheeses as well as various whey streams. Agropur's US operations produce 1 billion pounds of quality, award-winning cheese each year. We create more than 20 different varieties, and provide whey protein and dry ingredients which are by-products of the cheesemaking process. As one of the world's largest dairy producers, Agropur partners with some of the most recognizable food, beverage and nutrition brands to help feed the world. Better Dairy. Better World. Agropurus.com We dairy you! JOIN AGROPUR. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.