Machine Operator Weekend 1st Shift

At Johnsonville, we use our business to build our people. If you're passionate about making a difference, we want you to help make our products, our processes, our communities and each other better. Wisconsin-based Johnsonville is the No. 1 national sausage brand enjoyed in 45 countries. Founded in 1945 by the late Ralph F. and Alice Stayer, our company is 3,000 members strong and remains privately owned today. Come join our family-owned company!

Johnsonville, LLC

Machine Operator

Pay Range: $26.00 - $27.20/hr, plus $2.00/hr weekend premium

Hours: 4:00am-4:30pm; Friday-Sunday (Overtime as production demands)

Responsibilities:

• Identify products by code and enter the information into the VRT (Variable Retention Time Freezer) computer
• Ensure the proper operation of the VRT (Variable Retention Time Freezer), conveyor systems, palletizing and de-palletizing systems
• Function as a Team Leader by working directly with the Intec Support Members
• Monitor the status of products in the VRT (Variable Retention Time Freezer) and be proactive in the prevention of problems. Where prevention is not possible, resolve problems before they escalate
• Protect the quality of product by ensuring that products do not sit in the palletizing area for more than 2 hours during slow production times or during downtime
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment at all times
• Maintain an organized working environment
• Ability to multi-task effectively
• Ability to train on both 1st and 2nd shift during the week until April 6th.

Intec VRT (Variable Retention Time) Freezer Operator Essential Functions/Duties:

• Distinguish non-acceptable and acceptable quality products
• Monitor and ensure proper operation of all VRT freezer components including conveyor and roller systems, product elevators and pushers, RF scanners, and refrigeration systems
• Troubleshoot and perform minor maintenance on VRT freezer components
• Work with and assist maintenance Members with major mechanical issues
• Read and understand daily production and deployment schedules
• Use SAP and Intec software to monitor incoming and outgoing product inventory
• Work with material handlers, other machine operators, and production Members to ensure smooth and continuous operation and inventory accuracy
• Assist with basic material handler duties during downtime
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace

Experience:

• Experience working in a shipping/warehouse environment required
• Experience operating forklifts required
• Machine operator experience required
• Experience with working at height preferred
• Experience with fall protection equipment and practices preferred

Skills and Competencies:

•  Ability to take ownership of own and other Members’ safety
• Must be willing to work in temperatures as low as -40°F
• Must be willing to climb vertical ladders and work at heights up to 75 feet above the ground
• Must be able to frequently lift up to 40lbs
• Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally
• Based on business necessity, must be proficient in English.

Other:

• Ability to pass a pre-employment, post offer drug screen, physical and background check

Date:                                     February 17, 2025

Location:                             Countryside – Sheboygan Falls, WI

Member Status:               Full Time, Hourly Manufacturing

Positions Available:        1

Benefits:                            

Members have potential for a monthly bonus, 401k with a company match and profit sharing. Members also have access to terrific benefits including affordable medical, dental and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; disability and life insurance; and fertility and adoption assistance. Johnsonville also offers competitive paid time off, including paid parental time off, as well as access to the 24/7 onsite fitness center, onsite medical clinic and tuition reimbursement! 

About our Company

Since 1945, our family-owned band of sausage-makers has invented better ways to make, eat and prepare crave-able sausage. Today, we are 3,000 Members strong. We sell our famous sausage in all 50 United States and more than 40 countries. We have a culture built on the idea that if we make developing your talents our top priority, great business results will follow naturally. We call it The Johnsonville Way. It has been our secret sauce for decades, and we hope you get to experience it for yourself!

How to Apply:  

Apply on-line only at: careers.johnsonville.com

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Johnsonville, LLC performs pre-employment, post offer drug screens, physicals and background checks for all external manufacturing candidates.

We value the diversity of our workforce and we embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment.. M/F/Vet/Disability

Johnsonville values the service Veterans and their family members have given to our country.  We support the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.