Manufacturing Associates

Feeling stuck? Put your career in motion with a great, new opportunity. Join the Kelly® team as a Manufacturing Associate to work at a prominent dairy processor in Le Sueur. We’re here every step of the way to help you and your career be the best it can be. Bring your energy and expertise. We’ll help you get where you want to be.Why you should apply to be a Manufacturing Associate:Competitive pay rate of $26.13/hourOvernight work schedule: 6:00pm - 6:00am2-2-3 shift schedule: two consecutive days working, followed by two days off, and then three consecutive days working, followed by two days off, and so on.Temporary to permanent opportunity with full benefits upon permanent hire including medical, dental, vision, 401K, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and more.Opportunity to work in a cutting-edge dairy processing facilityWhat’s a typical day as a Manufacturing Associate? You’ll be:Operating all key pieces of dairy processing equipment in the Lactose department, ensuring efficient and effective operationSuccessfully following complex procedure equipment start-up.Running equipment involving emptying crystallization tanks, and refining lactose crystals before drying into Lactose powder.Performing Clean In Place cycles to keep equipment and the processing environment clean and sanitizeClean and sanitize all parts and areas of the Lactose department including walls, floors and equipmentRegulating factors such as solids and temperature to produce high-quality lactose productsTaking frequent readings and logging up to fifty variablesAssisting with product processing and packaging, including handling of 25 kg bagsTroubleshooting and performing maintenance on machineryThis job might be an outstanding fit if you:Have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a food manufacturing or dairy processing environmentHave experience with the operation of pharmaceutical equipment and related processesHave a high school diploma or equivalentPossess excellent organizational skills and attention to detailHave strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environmentAre able to stand and walk for the majority of your shift and wear required PPEWhat happens next:Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be a Lactose Operator today!