Whey Systems Operator
ABR Employment Services is looking for Whey Systems Operator in Antigo, WI.
This local job opportunity with ID 3865130881 is live since 2026-10-03 05:13:32.
<p><strong>Competitive pay meets immediate career opportunity: earn up to $34.20/hour as a Whey Systems Operator in Antigo, WI!</strong> ABR Employment Services has an immediate opening with a premiere food manufacturing client. This is a temporary position with potential try-before-hire opportunity for dependable, high-performing individuals. Featuring an overnight 2nd shift on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule (4:00 PM – 4:00 AM), comprehensive on-the-job training, and excellent long-term advancement potential, this role is a great fit for mechanically inclined candidates ready to run advanced automated processing systems.</p><p><strong>Hours:</strong></p><p>2nd Shift: 4:00 p.m. – 4:00 a.m., Rotating 2-2-3 schedule (Asiago plant)</p><p><strong>Wage:</strong></p><p>$31.70 per hour base + $2.50 per hour shift premium ($34.20/hr total on 2nd shift)</p><p>This is a temporary position with potential try-before-hire opportunity for strong performers.</p><p><strong>SUMMARY:</strong></p><p>The Whey Systems Operator is responsible for the start-up, shutdown, and sanitation of all whey plant processes, including operating the whey separator, producing concentrated whey using a reverse osmosis system, running heat treatment systems, and operating a polisher system according to established company procedures.</p><p><strong>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</strong> include the following. Other duties may be assigned.</p><ul><li><p>Start up and operate whey separator to produce whey cream from raw whey produced during cheesemaking.</p><li><p>Operate reverse osmosis polisher systems to produce high-quality concentrated whey by monitoring and controlling flow rates, pressures, and temperatures.</p><li><p>Direct finished products to proper storage tanks and perform quality testing throughout operation.</p><li><p>Monitor product levels, flows, and temperatures across raw whey tanks, whey cream tanks, cow water tanks, product balance tanks, and reverse osmosis systems; record details on production log sheets.</p><li><p>Maintain USDA compliance for all Whey Protein Concentrate (WPC) procedures.</p><li><p>Test outgoing loads and complete required shipping documentation.</p><li><p>Manage whey plant cleaning chemicals, keep supply barrels stocked, and assist with unloading and storing chemical shipments.</p><li><p>Perform automated wash cycles on the RO system, whey heat treat, polished water system, whey tanks, and reserve silos.</p><li><p>Comply with all company safety standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP); immediately report any quality or food safety concerns.</p><li><p>Assist in other production areas, assist in equipment teardowns (separators, RO units, heat exchangers), and troubleshoot mechanical issues as needed.</p></ul><p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS:</strong></p><p>To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.</p><ul><li><p>High school diploma or equivalency required (GED).</p><li><p>Previous food manufacturing, dairy processing, or automated machinery operation experience is a plus (will train!).</p><li><p>Strong mechanical aptitude and comfortable operating computerized interfaces / automated control panels.</p><li><p>Solid math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals).</p><li><p>Good written and verbal communication skills to complete production logs, follow safety procedures, and coordinate with team members and drivers.</p><li><p>Willingness to complete on-the-job training and internal certifications (including antibiotic testing on incoming milk).</p><p> </p></ul><p><strong>PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:</strong></p><p>The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.</p><p> </p><ul><li><p>Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and handle tools or controls throughout a 12-hour shift.</p><li><p>Frequently lift and move up to 50 lbs.</p><li><p>Safely maneuver barrels of chemicals weighing up to 550 lbs using a two-wheeled barrel dolly.</p><li><p>Work is performed in a fast-paced food processing facility with exposure to wet/humid conditions, heat, cleaning chemicals, elevated catwalks/towers, and loud equipment (all required safety equipment and PPE provided).</p></ul><p><br><strong>Let’s connect!</strong></p><p>Finding the right schedule, wage, and environment is key. I would love to talk through the details of this opening, learn more about your background, and see if this is the right next step for your career.</p><p><strong>Liz Russove | Staffing Recruiter</strong></p><ul><li><p>Call: (920) 684-8324</p><li><p>Email: lrussove@abrjobs.com</p></ul><br>ABR Employment Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veterans' status.PandoLogic. Category:Transportation, Keywords:Driver, Location:Antigo, WI-54409
<p><strong>Competitive pay meets immediate career opportunity: earn up to $34.20/hour as a Whey Systems Operator in Antigo, WI!</strong> ABR Employment Services has an immediate opening with a premiere food manufacturing client. This is a temporary position with potential try-before-hire opportunity for dependable, high-performing individuals. Featuring an overnight 2nd shift on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule (4:00 PM – 4:00 AM), comprehensive on-the-job training, and excellent long-term advancement potential, this role is a great fit for mechanically inclined candidates ready to run advanced automated processing systems.</p><p><strong>Hours:</strong></p><p>2nd Shift: 4:00 p.m. – 4:00 a.m., Rotating 2-2-3 schedule (Asiago plant)</p><p><strong>Wage:</strong></p><p>$31.70 per hour base + $2.50 per hour shift premium ($34.20/hr total on 2nd shift)</p><p>This is a temporary position with potential try-before-hire opportunity for strong performers.</p><p><strong>SUMMARY:</strong></p><p>The Whey Systems Operator is responsible for the start-up, shutdown, and sanitation of all whey plant processes, including operating the whey separator, producing concentrated whey using a reverse osmosis system, running heat treatment systems, and operating a polisher system according to established company procedures.</p><p><strong>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</strong> include the following. Other duties may be assigned.</p><ul><li><p>Start up and operate whey separator to produce whey cream from raw whey produced during cheesemaking.</p><li><p>Operate reverse osmosis polisher systems to produce high-quality concentrated whey by monitoring and controlling flow rates, pressures, and temperatures.</p><li><p>Direct finished products to proper storage tanks and perform quality testing throughout operation.</p><li><p>Monitor product levels, flows, and temperatures across raw whey tanks, whey cream tanks, cow water tanks, product balance tanks, and reverse osmosis systems; record details on production log sheets.</p><li><p>Maintain USDA compliance for all Whey Protein Concentrate (WPC) procedures.</p><li><p>Test outgoing loads and complete required shipping documentation.</p><li><p>Manage whey plant cleaning chemicals, keep supply barrels stocked, and assist with unloading and storing chemical shipments.</p><li><p>Perform automated wash cycles on the RO system, whey heat treat, polished water system, whey tanks, and reserve silos.</p><li><p>Comply with all company safety standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP); immediately report any quality or food safety concerns.</p><li><p>Assist in other production areas, assist in equipment teardowns (separators, RO units, heat exchangers), and troubleshoot mechanical issues as needed.</p></ul><p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS:</strong></p><p>To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.</p><ul><li><p>High school diploma or equivalency required (GED).</p><li><p>Previous food manufacturing, dairy processing, or automated machinery operation experience is a plus (will train!).</p><li><p>Strong mechanical aptitude and comfortable operating computerized interfaces / automated control panels.</p><li><p>Solid math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals).</p><li><p>Good written and verbal communication skills to complete production logs, follow safety procedures, and coordinate with team members and drivers.</p><li><p>Willingness to complete on-the-job training and internal certifications (including antibiotic testing on incoming milk).</p><p> </p></ul><p><strong>PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:</strong></p><p>The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.</p><p> </p><ul><li><p>Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and handle tools or controls throughout a 12-hour shift.</p><li><p>Frequently lift and move up to 50 lbs.</p><li><p>Safely maneuver barrels of chemicals weighing up to 550 lbs using a two-wheeled barrel dolly.</p><li><p>Work is performed in a fast-paced food processing facility with exposure to wet/humid conditions, heat, cleaning chemicals, elevated catwalks/towers, and loud equipment (all required safety equipment and PPE provided).</p></ul><p><br><strong>Let’s connect!</strong></p><p>Finding the right schedule, wage, and environment is key. I would love to talk through the details of this opening, learn more about your background, and see if this is the right next step for your career.</p><p><strong>Liz Russove | Staffing Recruiter</strong></p><ul><li><p>Call: (920) 684-8324</p><li><p>Email: lrussove@abrjobs.com</p></ul><br>ABR Employment Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veterans' status.PandoLogic. Category:Transportation, Keywords:Driver, Location:Antigo, WI-54409